sE Electronics X1 S
The new gold standard in affordable condensers
When sE introduced the X1 in 2010, it redefined the potential of an affordable hand-crafted condenser microphone. Featuring the highest dynamic range and SPL handling capabilities in its class, along with dramatically increased flexibility, the X1 S has been improved in every way - yet is even more affordable than the original.
Product Highlights:
Custom-designed hand-crafted true condenser capsule individually tuned in our own factory
A refined version of sE's best-selling X1
Improved sensitivity, dramatically increased SPL handling (up to 160dB!), and a huge reduction in self-noise
Hand-made metal housing and gold-sputtered diaphragms
80 /160 Hz bass-cut filters and -10 / -20 dB pads
Product Features:
Custom-designed, Hand-crafted Capsule
Just like its predecessor, the X1 S utilizes a hand-made condenser capsule, meticulously constructed and tuned in sE’s capsule room by technicians with decades of experience. This results in a capsule built like the world’s finest musical instruments - and a capsule truly up to the challenge of recording them.
High-performance Electronics
Where the original X1 was powerful, the redesigned electronics of the X1 S take its performance to a whole new level, giving it the highest dynamic range in its class. Its internal redesign also allows for improved sensitivity, dramatically increased SPL handling (up to 160dB!), and a huge reduction in self-noise.
Two Switchable Attenuation Levels
Selectable at either 80Hz or 160Hz, the two low-cut filters help eliminate low-frequency rumble or footfall noise and help compensate for excessive bass (proximity effect) with close-mic techniques.
Low-cut Filters
The -10 dB and -20 dB pad switches provide extended dynamic range, enabling a wide variety of applications and close-mic techniques.
All-metal Housing & Gold-plated XLR
Unlike the cheaply constructed bodies of some other "entry-level" microphones, the X1 S'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.
Recommended Use
Vocals, drum kit, OH, room, acoustic guitar, electric guitar cab, orchestral + strings, piano, woodwinds, brass
Product Specifications:
Components
Capsule: Hand-crafted 1" True Condenser
Power
Electrical Impedance: 125 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: 30 mV / Pa (-31 dBV)
Max SPL: 140 / 150 / 160 dB (0 / 10 / 20 dB pad) (0.5% THD @ 1kHz)
Equivalent Noise Level: 9 dB
Dynamic Range: 131 / 141 / 151 dB (0 / 10 / 20 dB attenuation pad)
Signal to Noise Ratio: 85 dB
Low-cut Filter: 80 / 160 Hz, 6 dB / Oct, switchable
Attenuation Pad: 10 / 20 dB, switchable
Current Consumption: 6.0 mA
Dimensions
Mic Diameter: 58 mm (2.28 in.)
Mic Length: 169 mm (6.65 in.)
Mic Weight: 445 g (15.70 oz.)
