sE Electronics X1 A
It could be your first mic, but it's one you'll want to keep forever
When it was introduced in 2010, the X1 brought a new level of quality to its price point, competing easily with microphones costing several times as much. But that didn't stop sE from trying to outdo themselves again.
Product Highlights:
Newly-developed condenser capsule with the same rugged metal chassis of the X1 SERIES
First-class sound & specifications at an even better "home studio" cost
Extremely natural frequency response, massive SPL-handling capabilities (150dB!)
Switchable attenuation and low-cut filters, with a perfectly balanced sensitivity level
100 Hz bass-cut filter and -20 dB attenuation pad
Product Features:
Attenuation & Low Cut Switches
The -20 dB pad switch on the left provides extended dynamic range, enabling a wide range of applications and close-mic techniques for even the loudest instruments...think super-heavy electric guitars, fortissimo brass instruments, and heavy-footed kick drums. On the right, the 100 Hz low-cut switch helps eliminate low-frequency rumble or footfall noise, and compensates for excessive bass with close-mic techniques (proximity effect).
Integrated Windscreen
Eliminates the need for an external pop filter, and provides an extra layer of safety and security for the all-important capsule.
Completely New Acoustic Design
The X1 A's new condenser capsule design is a work of art that delivers stellar sonic performance on any source with incredible speed, accuracy, and well-balanced frequency response. A whole new entry-level development built for engineers and artists alike with sE's best price & performance ratio on the market.
All-Metal Housing & Premium Finish
Unlike the cheaply constructed bodies of some other "entry-level" microphones, the X1 A's all-metal chassis provides efficient rejection of any electrical interference and noise - and the high-quality finish ensures a great look for years to come.
Gold-plated XLR Connector
Ensures loss-free, reliable signal connection for years and years of demanding studio use.
Recommended Use
Vocals, drum kit, OH, room, acoustic guitar, electric guitar cab, orchestral + strings, piano, woodwinds, brass
Product Specifications:
Components
Capsule: 2 / 3" Back-electret Condenser
Power
Electrical Impedance: <50 Ohms
Recommended Load Impedance: >1k Ohms
Connectivity: 3-pin male XLR connector
Powering: 48V Phantom Power (P48 according to IEC 61938)
Sound
Polar Patterns: Cardioid
Frequency Range: 20 Hz - 20 kHz
Sensitivity: 20 mV / Pa (-34 dBV)
Max SPL: 130 / 150 dB (0 / 20 dB pad, (0.5% THD @ 1kHz)
Equivalent Noise Level: 16 dB
Dynamic Range: 114 / 134 dB (0 / 20 dB attenuation pad)
Signal to Noise Ratio: 78 dB
Low-cut Filter: 100 Hz, 6 dB / Oct, switchable
Attenuation Pad: 20 dB, switchable
Current Consumption: 4.0 mA
Dimensions
Mic Diameter: 58 mm (2.28 in.)
Mic Length: 169 mm (6.65 in.)
Mic Weight: 390 g (13.76 oz.)
