SE Electronics VR1 Voodoo

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SE Electronics VR1 Voodoo

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VR1 Voodoo

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 249979
Model: VR1 Voodoo
Price: $526.90

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The VR1 Voodoo is a seriously impressive ribbon mic, especially considering its position in the market. It delivers a beautifully warm and intimate sound, making it a fantastic choice for vocals, guitar amps, and even horns – anyone after a vintage-inspired tone without the premium price tag will be happy.

Product Description

  • SE Electronics VR1 Voodoo
  • Ribbon Microphone
  • Passive
  • Frequency range: 20 Hz-18 kHz
  • Sensitivity: 1.6mV/Pa (- 56 ± 1.5 dB)
  • Figure 8 characteristic
  • Impedance: < 300 Ohm
  • Equivalent signal to noise ratio: 10dB(A)
  • Maximum SPL at 0.5% THD@1000Hz: 135 dB
  • Connector: 3-pin
  • Incl. elastic mounting
PROS
  • • Rich, warm low-end response with surprising clarity
  • • Solid build quality for a ribbon in this price bracket
  • • Excellent figure-8 pattern for creative stereo recording
  • • Handles high SPLs remarkably well for vocals and brass
CONS
  • • Can be somewhat sensitive to loud, transient signals
  • • Lacks the top-end air of more premium ribbon mics
  • • Requires a clean preamp to truly shine, coloration can be noticeable

Product Video

Key Features

Mic Type Passive Ribbon
Polar Pattern Figure 8
Frequency Range 20 Hz - 18 kHz
Max SPL 135 dB
Sensitivity 1.6 mV/Pa (-56 ± 1.5 dB)
Connector XLR
Weight 1.3 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

The VR1 is darker and warmer than the R-121, lacking the R-121’s extended high-end sparkle, but offers a similar fundamental character.
It’s surprisingly robust, but a pad might be beneficial for extremely aggressive sources to avoid potential clipping and protect the ribbon element.
Yes, it has a relatively low output, so a clean, low-noise preamp is recommended to maximize its signal-to-noise ratio and avoid excessive noise.

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