sE Electronics sE8 – Small-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone
The sE Electronics sE8 is a premium small-diaphragm condenser microphone designed for professional studio and live applications. Handcrafted with a gold-sputtered capsule and Class-A circuitry, the sE8 delivers pristine, transparent sound with excellent transient detail, low noise, and the ability to handle extremely high sound pressure levels without distortion.
Key Features
- Gold-sputtered small-diaphragm capsule: Provides a balanced, natural sound with outstanding transient response.
- Ultra-low self-noise (13 dBA): Captures the finest details in quiet recording environments.
- High SPL handling (159 dB): Perfect for loud sources such as drums, brass, and amplified instruments.
- Switchable attenuation pad: Choose between –10 dB or –20 dB to prevent overload when close-miking loud sources.
- Two low-cut filter options: Roll off low frequencies at 80 Hz or 160 Hz to control rumble and proximity effect.
- All-metal construction: Ensures durability, RF shielding, and long-term reliability.
- Gold-plated XLR connector: Guarantees a clean, secure signal path and reliable performance.
Customer Benefits
The sE8 offers crystal-clear, detailed audio capture in a versatile design suitable for any acoustic source. From drum overheads and acoustic guitars to piano and strings, it delivers professional-grade fidelity and consistent performance in every recording setup.
Quick Specs
- Type: Small-diaphragm condenser microphone
- Polar pattern: Cardioid
- Frequency range: 20 Hz – 20 kHz
- Pad: –10 dB / –20 dB switchable
- Low-cut filter: 80 Hz / 160 Hz
- Max SPL: 159 dB (with pad)
- Equivalent noise level: 13 dB(A)
- Dynamic range: 126 dB (A-weighted)
- Output impedance: 110 Ω
- Power requirement: 48 V phantom power
- Dimensions (L × Ø): 120 × 23 mm
- Weight: 141 g
What’s in the Box
- sE Electronics sE8 microphone
- Mic clip
- Windscreen
- Thread adapter
- User manual
Use Cases / Ideal For
Perfect for recording acoustic instruments, drum overheads, piano, strings, choirs, and ambient room sound. Equally at home in professional studios and on stage.
Compatibility
Works with any professional audio interface, mixer, or preamp providing +48 V phantom power through an XLR connection.
Pros & Cons
✅ Pros:
- Exceptional detail and transient accuracy
- Handles loud and quiet sources equally well
- Durable build with precision craftsmanship
⚠️ Cons:
- Requires phantom power
- Fixed cardioid pattern only
The sE Electronics sE8 combines precision engineering and handcrafted quality to deliver clean, natural sound for any acoustic recording application — available at Soundium.
