At a Glance

Think you have to spend a bundle for a good small-diaphragm condenser mic? Think again. The sE Electronics sE5 gives you smooth, full-range frequency response in an affordable workhorse microphone that’s ideal for live use as well as studio duties. The sE5 sports a versatile cardioid polar pattern with impressive on- and off-axis response. It’s also got a 100Hz low cut, for eliminating rumble. With its superior transient handling, the sE5 is an excellent choice for stringed acoustic instruments, and with its maximum SPL of 70dB and -10/-20dB pad, it’s also great on louder sources like drums and percussion.

 Specifications

Capsule Type: Hand-Crafted True Condenser

Diaphragm: 23mm Gold/Mylar

Directional Pattern: Cardioid

Frequency range: 20 Hz – 20 kHz

Impedance: 200 Ohms

Sensitivity: 19.95 mV/Pa (-34dB)

Max SPL: 139/149/159 dB (0/-10/-20 dB pad) (0.5% THD @ 1kHz)

Signal to Noise Ratio: 80 dB

Self Noise: 14 dB(A)

Pass Filter Switch: 100 Hz

Preattenuation Pad: -10/-20 dB

Matching Connectors: XLR3F

Power requirement: 48V phantom

Weight: 230g / 8.11oz