Universal Audio SC-1

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Universal Audio SC-1

Universal Audio

SC-1

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 577420
Model: SC-1
Price: $569.80

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The SC-1 is a clever piece of kit, offering a surprisingly wide palette of mic sounds thanks to the Hemisphere system. It's a great option for singer-songwriters or home studio owners who want a versatile, high-quality condenser without needing a rack full of mics. The modeling is remarkably convincing, though it's best suited for tracking rather than live use due to the processing latency.

Product Description

  • Universal Audio SC-1
  • Large Diaphragm Condenser Microphone with Hemisphere Microphone Modelling System
  • Reproduction of the sound behaviour of different microphones
  • Hemisphere plug-in controlled equalisation with filter
  • proximity and axis controls (even after recording)
  • Polar pattern: Cardioid
  • Frequency range: 20 - 20
  • 000 Hz
  • Sensitivity: -39 dB (0 dB = 1V/Pa @ 1 kHz)
  • Output impedance: 200 Ohm
  • Requires +48V phantom power
  • Dimensions (L x Ø): 162 x 52 mm
  • Weight: 363 g
  • Includes microphone holder
  • thread adapter 5/8" to 3/8" and UA transport bag
PROS
  • • Excellent transient response for detailed acoustic recordings.
  • • Hemisphere modeling offers surprising versatility without extra mics.
  • • Solid, machined aluminum body feels premium and durable.
  • • Cardioid pattern provides focused sound isolation in busy environments.
CONS
  • • Limited polar pattern options restrict recording flexibility.
  • • Relatively heavy, may require a sturdy stand.
  • • Hemisphere processing adds latency, impacting live performance.

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Key Features

Mic Type Large Diaphragm Condenser
Polar Pattern Cardioid
Frequency Range 20 Hz - 20 kHz
Max SPL 135 dB
Sensitivity -39 dB (0 dB = 1V/Pa @ 1 kHz)
Connector XLR
Weight 363 g

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Frequently Asked Questions

The modeling simulates the behavior of various classic microphones; it's not a simple EQ, it alters the perceived timbre and transient response.
Yes, there's a noticeable latency; it’s best to monitor through headphones while tracking and account for it when editing in your DAW.
The SC-1’s strength lies in the Hemisphere modeling; while those competitors offer a 'clean' sound, the SC-1 provides a wider range of sonic possibilities, albeit with the added complexity of digital processing.

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