sE Electronics sE4100 – Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone
The sE4100 offers a beautifully refined, transparent sound in a single, fixed-cardioid capsule. With a gold-sputtered 1″ diaphragm, low self-noise, and on-mic pads and filters, it’s ideal for vocals, instruments, and more—available at Soundium.
Key Features
- Gold-sputtered 1″ diaphragm: Delivers smooth, accurate tone with excellent transient response
- Low self-noise (~9 dBA): Ideal for recording delicate sources without hiss
- Fixed cardioid polar pattern: Tight off-axis rejection for clarity in mixed environments
- Switchable pad (–10 / –20 dB): Helps prevent overload when capturing loud sources
- Switchable low-cut (80 / 160 Hz): Helps eliminate rumble, footfall, or proximity bass buildup
- Rugged metal construction: Durable die-cast housing and steel grille built for studio and stage use
Customer Benefits
You get a versatile, studio-grade microphone capable of delivering transparent, high-quality audio across many sources. The combination of low noise and high dynamic headroom lets you record soft vocals and energetic instruments alike—without mic swaps.
Quick Specs
- Self-noise: ~9 dBA
- Dynamic range: Up to 128 dB (extends with pad)
- Pad options: 0 / –10 / –20 dB selectable
- High-pass filter: Flat / 80 Hz / 160 Hz switchable
- Polar pattern: Cardioid (fixed)
- Output: Balanced XLR
What’s in the Box
- 1 × sE4100 microphone
- Shockmount
- Metal storage/travel case
- Thread adapter
- Documentation / manual
Use Cases / Ideal For
Great for vocal recording, acoustic guitars, overheads, piano, and instrument cabinets. Excellent where a single high-fidelity mic is required in flexible setups.
Compatibility
Requires +48 V phantom power. Works with standard mic preamps, interfaces, or console inputs. Balanced XLR input is expected.
Pros & Cons
✅ Pros:
- Transparent, musical sound with low noise
- High headroom and onboard pad/filter flexibility
- Sturdy build for touring or studio environments
⚠️ Cons:
- No pattern switching (only cardioid)
- Pad/filters require physical access when mounted
The sE Electronics sE4100 delivers reliable, refined mic performance in a single unit—combining sensitivity, clarity, and durability for the serious audio professional—available at Soundium.
