sE Electronics X1 S

Meet the X1 S, the new gold standard in affordable condensers X1 S is a refined version of sE’s best-selling X1, tuned for advanced performance in every way imaginable sE introduced the X1 in 2010, it redefined the potential of an affordable hand-crafted condenser microphone the highest dynamic range and SPL handling capabilities in its class, along with expanded features that dramatically increase its flexibility, the X1 S has been improved in every way – yet is even more affordable than the originalom Designed, Hand-Crafted CapsulesJust like its predecessor, the X1 S utilizes a hand-made condenser capsule, meticulously constructed and tuned in sE’s capsule room by technicians with decades of experience results in a capsule built like the world’s finest musical instruments – and a capsule truly up to the challenge of recording themHigh-Performance ElectronicsWhere the original X1 was powerful, the redesigned electronics of the X1 S take its performance to a whole new level, giving it the highest dynamic range in its class internal redesign also allows for improved sensitivity, dramatically increased SPL handling (up to 160dB!), and a huge reduction in self-noise Switchable Attenuation LevelsThe -10 dB and -20 dB pad switches provide extended dynamic range, enabling a wide range of applications and close-mic techniques for even the loudest instruments..k super-heavy electric guitars, fortissimo brass instruments, and heavy-footed kick drums Switchable Low-Cut FiltersSelectable at either 80Hz or 160Hz, these two filters help eliminate low-frequency rumble or footfall noise, as well as help compensate for excessive bass (proximity effect) with close-mic techniques