{"product_id":"se-electronics-vr1","title":"sE Electronics VR1","description":"\u003ch3\u003esE Electronics VR1 – Passive Ribbon Microphone Built for Loud Sources\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe VR1 is a passive ribbon mic designed for rugged studio and stage use. It requires no phantom power and is phantom-protected for safety. It shines on loud instruments like guitar cabs, brass, or drum overheads, while retaining the gentle character of ribbon tone—available at Soundium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePassive ribbon design:\u003c\/strong\u003e No internal electronics—ultra-reliable and simple to use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhantom-protected:\u003c\/strong\u003e Safe from accidental phantom power without damage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFigure-8 polar pattern:\u003c\/strong\u003e Receives sound from both front and rear—ideal for ambient or paired capture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDurable ribbon construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built to handle high SPL sources with robust build quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassic ribbon tonality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth, natural midrange with soft high-frequency roll-off\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCustomer Benefits\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe VR1 lets you enjoy warm ribbon character without worrying about phantom voltage or fragile design. It’s especially suited for guitar cabinets, drum shading, and brass instruments where you need the ribbon signature without overdriving preamps or risking damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQuick Specs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePolar pattern:\u003c\/strong\u003e Figure-8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePassive operation:\u003c\/strong\u003e No phantom power required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRibbon element:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aluminum hand-tensioned ribbon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh SPL capability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handles loud sources like guitar amps and drums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutput connector:\u003c\/strong\u003e Balanced XLR 3-pin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat’s in the Box\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esE Electronics VR1 microphone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShockmount\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eWooden Case\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDocumentation \/ specifications sheet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eUse Cases \/ Ideal For\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for capturing heavily amplified instruments like guitar amps, loud brass, percussion, and roadside or ambient ribbon recording where simplicity and durability matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorks with any mic preamp, console, or interface. Because it’s passive, you need a preamp with sufficient gain. Safe against accidental phantom power application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePros \u0026amp; Cons\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e✅ Pros:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo need for phantom; safer in mixed mic environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassic ribbon sound with warmth and natural midrange\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRobust construction tolerates high sound levels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⚠️ Cons:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLower output—requires a clean, high-gain preamp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRibbon devices can be sensitive to wind or sudden blasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo flexibility in polar patterns (fixed figure-8)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sE Electronics VR1 offers classic ribbon character with rugged, phantom-safe design—great for loud instrument miking without worry or complexity. Available at Soundium.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SE Electronics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54242797191436,"sku":"SE-VR1","price":479.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/7416\/0652\/files\/696949-reg_1.jpg?v=1745033941","url":"https:\/\/soundium.com\/nl\/products\/se-electronics-vr1","provider":"Soundium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}