sE Electronics sE7 sideFire Condenser Microphone

sE Electronics sE7 sideFire Condenser Microphone

A 90° side-address capsule makes it easier to place this small-diaphragm microphone close to instruments in tight spaces.

The thin diaphragm captures a natural, balanced instrument sound with accurate transient response. The manufacturer emphasizes smooth highs and clear low-frequency punch.

Discrete Class A electronics keep the signal path short, with a transformerless output stage.

The microphone requires 48 V phantom power. Use a balanced cable with XLR connectors at both ends: phantom power cannot pass through TRS connections.

Main Features

• A switchable -20 dB pad accommodates loud instruments at close range and helps prevent input overload at an audio interface, mixer or microphone preamplifier.
• The 80 Hz low-cut filter reduces rumble, footfall noise and bass buildup caused by the proximity effect.
• The metal body helps reject electrical interference.
• Gold-plated XLR contacts provide a reliable signal connection.
• The circuit uses low-noise electronic components.

Technical Specifications

• Capsule: 1/2-inch back-electret condenser
• Polar Pattern: cardioid
• Frequency Range: 20–20000 Hz
• Sensitivity: 19 mV/Pa (−34.5 dBV)
• Max SPL: 136 / 156 dB with the pad set to 0 / -20 dB (0.5% THD)
• Equivalent Noise Level: 16 dB(A)
• Dynamic Range: 120 / 140 dB with the pad set to 0 / -20 dB
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 78 dB
• Low-Cut Filter: 80 Hz, 6 dB/oct., switchable
• Attenuation Pad: 0 / -20 dB
• Impedance: <200 Ω
• Recommended Load Impedance: >1 kΩ
• Output: 3-pin XLR (male)
• Power: 48 V phantom (P48, IEC 61938), 3 mA
• Dimensions: Ø 23 mm × 130 mm
• Weight: 163 g

What’s Included

• 1 × sE Electronics sE7 sideFire condenser microphone
• 1 × microphone clip with thread adapter
• 1 × windscreen

Use the included clip and thread adapter to mount the microphone on a stand. The windscreen reduces air blasts reaching the capsule.

Who Is It For

For recording and live miking of acoustic guitar, piano, orchestral strings, woodwinds, drums, percussion, cymbals and choir. The angled capsule is particularly useful when space around the instrument is limited.

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