{"product_id":"se-electronics-se8-small-diaphragm-condenser-cardioid-microphone-black","title":"sE Electronics sE8 Small-diaphragm Condenser Cardioid Microphone - Black","description":"\u003carticle\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003esE Electronics sE8 Supercardioid Microphone\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003csection\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecision pickup. Natural sound.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for applications where maximum isolation is essential, the sE8 Supercardioid delivers the same handcrafted condenser performance as the acclaimed sE8 with an even tighter pickup pattern. Whether in the studio or on stage, it captures your source with exceptional clarity while reducing unwanted bleed from surrounding instruments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Acoustic guitar, choir, orchestral + strings, piano, woodwinds, drums, percussion, cymbals \/ OH\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUltra-thin gold-sputtered diaphragm for superior transient response.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvery capsule is hand-crafted and individually tuned in our very own factory.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUltra-precision electrode design optimized for superb linearity and natural sonics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrue condenser technology.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHighest dynamic range and SPL handling in its class.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecise supercardioid polar pattern for focused source capture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for live sound \u0026amp; source isolation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with cardioid and omni capsules.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInside the sE8\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHandcrafted True Condenser Capsule\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery capsule is hand-crafted and individually tuned in our very own factory with the highest attention to detail. The ultra-thin gold-sputtered diaphragm delivers an impressive transient response, while the ultra-precision electrode is optimized for superb linearity and natural sonics, ensuring a consistently smooth and balanced frequency response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/seelectronics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/sE-Website-Product-Page-_0002_sE8-shot-9-1.png\" alt=\"Handcrafted True Condenser Capsule\" width=\"300\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNatural Balanced Sound\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThanks to its sophisticated acoustic design, the sE8 Supercardioid delivers pristine, transparent sound without unwanted coloration. Its highly consistent supercardioid polar pattern provides focused pickup and excellent off-axis rejection, ensuring precise capture of the intended sound source while minimizing bleed from surrounding instruments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/seelectronics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/sE8-Image-Map-1.png\" alt=\"Natural Balanced Sound\" width=\"300\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Quietest Pencil Mic In Its Class\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a very short signal path, no ICs, and specially optimized Class-A electronics, the sE8 is one of the quietest microphones on the market. Its transformerless design enables excellent transparency and clarity, while the electronic design provides exceptional dynamic range and brilliant transient response without distortion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/seelectronics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/sE8-Image-Map-2.png\" alt=\"Quietest Pencil Mic In Its Class\" width=\"300\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTwo Switchable Pre-Attenuation Pads\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe -10 dB and -20 dB pad switches provide extended dynamic range, enabling a wide range of applications and close-mic techniques for brass instruments, snare drums, and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTwo Switchable Low-Cut Filters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelectable 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy A Handcrafted Capsule?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery sE8 capsule is handcrafted and individually tuned in our very own factory to ensure exceptional consistency and performance. This meticulous process allows each capsule to deliver the precise characteristics and natural, balanced response expected from the sE8 series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/seelectronics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/sE8-Image-Map-14.png\" alt=\"Handcrafted Capsule\" width=\"300\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAll-Metal Housing with Gold-Plated XLR Connector \u0026amp; Premium Finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike the cheaply constructed bodies of some small-capsule microphones, the sE8's all-metal chassis provides efficient rejection of any electrical interference and noise - and the high-quality finish and gold-plated XLR connector ensures a great look and a loss-free, reliable signal connection for years to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/seelectronics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/sE8-Image-Map-6.png\" alt=\"All-Metal Housing\" width=\"300\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n  \n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/4-UyS4qs7-8\" title=\"Meet the sE8 Small-Diaphragm Condenser\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n  \n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/IP1afwC7xYc\" title=\"sEssions: Kenton Bryant, the X1 S and the sE8\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n  \n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/VhFAYk3pOyk\" title=\"SoundBites: sE8 + Acoustic Guitar\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eComponents \u0026amp; Dimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCapsule:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-crafted 1\/2\" True Condenser\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 23 mm (0.91 in.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 120 mm (4.72 in.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 141 g (4.97 oz.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSound\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePolar Pattern:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supercardioid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 Hz - 20 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSensitivity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25 mV \/ Pa (-32 dBV)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMax SPL:\u003c\/strong\u003e 139 \/ 149 \/ 159 dB (0 \/ 10 \/ 20 dB pad) (0.5% THD @ 1kHz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEquivalent Noise Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDynamic Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 126 \/ 136 \/ 146 dB (0 \/ 10 \/ 20 dB attenuation pad)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSignal to Noise Ratio:\u003c\/strong\u003e 81 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow-Cut Filter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 80 \/ 160 Hz, 6 dB \/ Oct, switchable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAttenuation Pad:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 \/ 20 dB, switchable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePower\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElectrical Impedance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 110 Ohms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Load Impedance:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u0026gt;1k Ohms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConnectivity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3-pin male XLR connector\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePowering:\u003c\/strong\u003e 48V Phantom Power (P48 according to IEC 61938)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCurrent Consumption:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.7 mA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esE8 microphone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMic clip (with thread adapter)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWind screen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eNote: Products inside our drum packs come without a protective pouch.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/imgcdn.seelectronics.com\/cdn-cgi\/imagedelivery\/g65XQ1NFDxpPR_G3NFTuoA\/04146926-49fc-4400-a25f-4c7edeae0400\/w=1908,h=646\" alt=\"What's in the box\" width=\"600\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/seelectronics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/sE8-Supercardioid-User-Manual-v1-0.pdf\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDownload User Manual\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e","brand":"sE Electronics","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":51932693397782,"sku":"SE8","price":279.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1475\/9390\/files\/SE8.webp?v=1790023564","url":"https:\/\/www.micheomusic.com\/products\/se-electronics-se8-small-diaphragm-condenser-cardioid-microphone-black","provider":"Micheo Music","version":"1.0","type":"link"}