sE Electronics sE6160 – True Condenser Shotgun Mic with Switchable Pads & Filters
The sE6160 is a precise and rugged true condenser shotgun microphone built for live sound, broadcast, film, and location work. With excellent off-axis rejection, selectable attenuation pads, and built-in low-cut filters, it gives you clean, usable sound even in difficult acoustic environments—available at Soundium.
Key Features
- Hand-crafted small-diaphragm true condenser capsule: Gold-sputtered diaphragm delivers clarity and low coloration
- Tight shotgun polar pattern (super-cardioid / lobar): Excellent directionality to reject unwanted background sound and improve gain-before-feedback
- Switchable attenuation pad (-10 / -20 dB): Handle very loud sources without distortion; up to 157 dB SPL at the highest pad setting
- Low-cut filter options (80 Hz / 160 Hz): Helps reduce rumble, handling noise or proximity effect when recording close to the source
- Rugged build with solid connectors: Die-cast housing, recessed switches, foam windscreen, mic clip, soft case and thread adapter included for field reliability
- Quiet operation: Low inherent noise level ensures clean, usable signal even in quiet scenes
Customer Benefits
Whether you're capturing crowd ambience for IEMs, recording broadcast dialogue on set, or using it for orchestral spot miking, the sE6160 offers flexibility and fidelity. The switchable pads and filters let you adapt quickly to changing sources, while the tight pattern and rugged build let you place the mic confidently in challenging setups. It helps you focus on performance, not mic limitations—available at Soundium.
Quick Specs
- Polar pattern: Shotgun (super-cardioid / lobar)
- Frequency range: 20-20 000 Hz
- Sensitivity: 25 mV/Pa (-32 dBV)
- Noise level: 13 dB(A)
- Maximum SPL (0.5% THD): 137 / 147 / 157 dB SPL (no pad / -10 dB pad / -20 dB pad)
- Dynamic range: 124 / 134 / 144 dB (at corresponding pad settings)
- Electrical impedance: 110 Ohms
- Connectivity: 3-pin male XLR connector; requires 48 V phantom power
- Dimensions (diameter × length): 1.96 cm × 25.0 cm
- Weight: 110 g
What’s in the Box
- sE6160 microphone
- Mic clip
- Thread adapter
- Foam windscreen
- Soft case
Use Cases / Ideal For
Great for capturing crowd ambience, IEM mixes, live sound reinforcement, film/video shoot dialogue in noisy environments, orchestral spot miking, and anywhere you need directional clarity and robustness.
Compatibility
Works with any standard mic preamp or interface that provides 48 V phantom power. Uses 3-pin XLR connection. Recommended load impedance >1 kΩ for optimal performance.
Pros & Cons
✅ Pros:
- High SPL tolerance with switchable pads makes it very versatile
- Excellent off-axis rejection thanks to tight shotgun pattern
- Durable build and useful accessories for field use
- Selectable filters help deal with low-end rumble and proximity issues
- Quiet noise floor for clean recordings
⚠️ Cons:
- Length (25.0 cm) makes it less suitable for tight spaces or handheld use without support
- No built-in pad or filter automation—manual switches only
- Shotgun mics may pick up side reflections in highly reverberant environments if not placed carefully
The sE Electronics sE6160 is a well-rounded, high-performance shotgun mic that excels in demanding recording and live environments. If you need focused directionality, high SPL tolerance, and reliable clarity, the sE6160 delivers—available at Soundium.
