Sanken CS-1e

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Sanken CS-1e

Sanken

CS-1e

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 489871
Brand: Sanken
Model: CS-1e
Price: $783.20

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The Sanken CS-1e is a phenomenal shotgun mic, plain and simple. It's built to handle tough shoots, delivering incredibly clean audio with fantastic directional pickup. This is the go-to mic for professional videographers needing a focused sound source in noisy locations, though its specialized nature limits its broader appeal.

Product Description

  • Sanken CS-1e
  • Condenser Shotgun Microphone
  • Perfect for use with a camcorder – or on a fishing rod in confined situations
  • DC-biased capacitor
  • Frequency range: 50 - 20
  • 000 Hz
  • Sensitivity (nominal at 1 kHz): 63.1mV/P (-24 dB
  • 0 dB=1 V/Pa)
  • Equivalent noise level: 15 dB-A
  • Max. sound pressure level: 130 dB
  • Output impedance: 120 ohm
  • +48 V +/-4 V phantom power
  • Power consumption: 3.5 mA
  • 3-pin XLR
  • Tube length: 182 cm
  • Diameter: 19 mm
  • Weight: 80 g
  • Colour: Black Matt
  • Includes WM-1e foam windscreen
PROS
  • • Exceptional off-axis rejection minimizes unwanted background noise.
  • • Low self-noise provides clean, usable audio even in challenging environments.
  • • Compact and lightweight design ideal for run-and-gun video work.
  • • Robust build quality ensures reliability under demanding production conditions.
CONS
  • • Limited polar pattern versatility restricts its use in studio applications.
  • • High output impedance may require a high-quality preamp for optimal performance.
  • • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment for many users.

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Key Features

Mic Type Condenser
Polar Pattern Supercardioid
Frequency Range 50 - 20,000 Hz
Mounting 3-pin XLR
Power +48 V phantom power
Weight 80 g

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Sanken exhibits notably lower self-noise and tighter pattern control than many competitors, but the Rode offers slightly more flexibility in mounting options.
While the foam windscreen helps, it's still crucial to use a blimp or deadcat for serious wind conditions to prevent unwanted noise artifacts.
Given its higher output impedance, a clean, low-noise preamp with ample gain headroom – like a Sound Devices or Wisycom – will yield the best results.

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