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SE Electronics SE8

SE Electronics

SE8

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 434723
Model: SE8
Price: $228.80

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The SE8 is a seriously impressive little mic for the money. It's got a clean, detailed sound with a surprisingly natural character – great for acoustic instruments, vocals, and even drum overheads if you're on a budget. If you need a workhorse SDC that punches above its weight, this is a great choice.

Product Description

  • SE Electronics SE8
  • Small Diaphragm Condenser Microphone
  • Handmade small diaphragm condenser capsule
  • Polar pattern: Cardioid
  • Frequency range: 20 - 20
  • 000 Hz
  • Sensitivity: 25 mV / Pa
  • Max. SPL (0.5% THD): 139/149/159 dB SPL (0/10/20 dB pad)
  • 13 dB (A) inherent noise
  • Low cut switchable: 80/160 Hz (6 dB / oct.)
  • Pad switchable: 0 dB
  • 10 dB
  • 20 dB
  • Requires 48 V phantom power
  • Dimensions (Ø x L): 23 x 120 mm
  • Weight: 141 g
  • Includes windscreen and microphone clamp
PROS
  • • Handmade capsule delivers surprisingly detailed, natural transients
  • • Solid, machined aluminum body feels robust and well-built
  • • Low-cut filter offers useful shaping for various sources
  • • Excellent off-axis rejection for cleaner recordings in less-than-ideal spaces
CONS
  • • Cardioid pattern limits versatility for stereo or ambient recording
  • • Sensitivity is relatively low, may require gain boosting
  • • Lacks the ultimate refinement of higher-end small-diaphragm mics

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Key Features

Mic Type Small Diaphragm Condenser
Polar Pattern Cardioid
Frequency Range 20 Hz - 20 kHz
Max SPL 159 dB
Sensitivity 25 mV / Pa
Connector XLR
Weight 141 g

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Frequently Asked Questions

The AKG C451 B is generally brighter and more aggressive; the SE8 offers a more neutral and natural response, though it lacks the C451’s extended high-end.
Yes, it can work well for amp recording, but you might need to experiment with pad settings to avoid distortion, especially with high-gain amps.
Like most filters, there's a slight phase shift, but it’s minimal and unlikely to be an issue in most recording situations.

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