- Features
- Specifications
- Dimensions
- Whats in the box
- Large-diaphragm tube condenser microphone
- Hand-crafted and individually tuned 1-inch true condenser capsule
- 12AX7 / ECC83 tube for tube warmth and character
- 9-position polar pattern switch with graded patterns between omni, cardioid, and figure-8
- Switchable 50 Hz bass-cut filter
- Switchable -10 dB attenuation pad
- Discrete Class-A amplification
- Transparent audio transformer
- Gold-sputtered diaphragm
- Hand-made all-metal housing
- Gold-plated XLR connector
- Suitable for vocals, drum kits, overheads, room recording, acoustic guitar, electric guitar cabinets, orchestral instruments, strings, piano, woodwinds, and brass
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Microphone Type | Large-Diaphragm Tube Condenser |
| Capsule | Hand-crafted 1" True Condenser |
| Tube Complement | 1 × 12AX7 / ECC83 |
| Diaphragm | Gold-sputtered Mylar |
| Polar Patterns | 9: Omni, Cardioid, Figure-8 with three additional steps between each |
| Frequency Range | 20 Hz – 20 kHz |
| Sensitivity | 25 mV/Pa (-32 dBV) |
| Maximum SPL | 127 / 137 dB SPL (0 / 10 dB attenuation pad) |
| Equivalent Noise Level | 13 dB |
| Dynamic Range | 114 / 124 dB (0 / 10 dB attenuation pad) |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 81 dB |
| Low-Cut Filter | 50 Hz, 6 dB/octave, switchable |
| Attenuation Pad | 10 dB, switchable |
| Electrical Impedance | 200 Ohms |
| Recommended Load Impedance | >1 kOhms |
| Connector | 3-pin Male XLR |
| Powering | Provided by included power supply |
| Microphone Diameter | 62 mm |
| Microphone Length | 220 mm |
| Microphone Weight | 850 g |
| Floor Box Dimensions | 186 × 157 × 81 mm |
| Floor Box Weight | 1970 g |
18.6 × 15.7 × 8.1 cm
- 1 × Z5600a II microphone
- 1 × 8-pin microphone cable
- 1 × Custom shockmount
- 1 × Power supply
- 1 × IEC power cable
Versatile Large-Diaphragm Tube Condenser with Classic Vacuum Warmth
The sE Electronics Z5600a II is a flagship large-diaphragm tube condenser microphone engineered to deliver lush, vintage analog warmth combined with pristine modern clarity. At its core lies a hand-crafted dual-diaphragm capsule and a hand-selected vacuum tube circuit, making it an extraordinary choice for capturing intimate lead vocals, acoustic instruments, and demanding studio source material with stunning depth.
9 Selectable Polar Patterns for Total Acoustic Control
Featuring a dedicated external power supply with a 9-position polar pattern switch, the Z5600a II smoothly transitions from omnidirectional to cardioid, figure-8, and six intermediate stages. This exceptional flexibility allows audio engineers to fine-tune room bleed, proximity effect, and pickup directionality on the fly, making it equally adept as an ambient room mic, ensemble recorder, or focused vocal condenser.
Precision Pad, Low-Cut Filter, and Full Studio Presentation Kit
Built for real-world studio recording, the microphone includes a -10dB attenuation pad for high-SPL sources like drums and brass, alongside a 50Hz low-cut filter to eliminate unwanted floor rumble. The Z5600a II comes ready for professional deployment, complete with its dedicated power supply unit, custom shock mount, heavy-duty flight case, and multi-pin connector cable.
