sE Electronics sE2300 Large-Diaphragm Multi-Pattern Studio Condenser Microphone

Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone with Cardioid/Omni/Figure-8 Polar Patterns, 80Hz/160Hz Highpass Filter, and -10dB/-20dB Pad

Suitable for vocals, voiceovers, and instrumental applications, the sE Electronics sE2300 is a hand-crafted condenser microphone bundled together with an isolation pack. The microphone takes the same design as the sE2200 and adds a switch to change polar patterns for added versatility. You'll find the same capsule design, custom-built output transformer, and class-A circuit topologies.

The dual, 1" gold-sputtered diaphragms give you cardioid, omnidirectional, and figure-8 polar pattern options. Each capsule is hand-crafted and individually tuned in the factory. The included isolation pack features a shockmount that uses a single twist-knob for easy setup and breakdown. Also included is sE's curved metal pop filter, which efficiently slots into the shockmount and is vertically adjustable. A thread adapter and an sE logo sticker are supplied as well.

Features:

• Traditional Class-A Electronic Design
• Carefully selected, discrete components ensure professional sound quality on any source
• Microphone's design avoids using any ICs (integrated circuits)
• Low noise, consistent performance, and high sensitivity are provided by surface-mounted electronic components with extremely tight tolerances
• Two Switchable Attenuation Levels and Low-Cut Filters
• The -10 and -20 dB pad switches provide extended dynamic range, enabling a wide variety of applications and close-mic techniques for even the loudest instruments
• Selectable at either 80 or 160 Hz, the low-cut filter helps eliminate low-frequency rumble or footfall noise, and helps compensate for excessive bass (proximity effect) with close-mic techniques
• Custom-Built Output Transformer
• Reviving the spirit of classic studio microphones, the sE2300's custom transformer is designed to provide superb depth and weight to the overall sonic image, while the heavy-shielded metal housing ensures noise-free operation
• All-Metal Housing and Premium Finish
• The sE2300's all-metal chassis provides efficient rejection of electrical interference and noise.
• Gold-Plated XLR Connector
• Ensures loss-free, reliable signal connection
• Isolation Pack
• With the twist of a single knob, the shockmount attaches quickly and securely to the microphone, and is removable with the same simple motion, allowing the mic to be set up quickly and easily without superfluous adjustments or hassle
• The Isolation Pack also comes equipped with sE's curved metal pop filter, which efficiently slots in to the shockmount and is vertically adjustable for best performance

Specifications:

• Microphone
• Sound Field: Mono
• Capsule: Condenser
• Diaphragm: 1" / 25.40 mm
• Polar Pattern: Cardioid, Figure-8, Omnidirectional
• Pattern Selection: Switched
• Circuitry: Solid-State
• Pad:
  -10 dB
  -20 dB
• High-Pass Filter:
  80 Hz, 6 dB/Octave
  160 Hz, 6 dB/Octave
• Performance
• Frequency Range: 20 Hz to 20 kHz
• Maximum SPL:
  125 dB SPL Peak
  135 dB SPL Peak
  145 dB SPL Peak
• Impedance: 50 Ohms
• Load Impedance: 1 Kilohms
• Sensitivity: 23.7 mV/Pa
• Dynamic Range:
  117 dB
  127 dB
  137 dB
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 86 dB
• Equivalent Noise Level: 9 dB
• THD: 0.5%
• Connectivity
• Output Connectors (Analog): 1 x XLR 3-Pin
• Power
• Operating Voltage: 48 V
• Operating Current Consumption: 4.2 mA
• Physical
• Dimensions: ø: 2.01 x L: 8.46" / ø: 51 x L: 215 mm
• Weight: 21.55 oz / 611 g

Includes:

• sE Electronics sE2300 Studio Condenser Microphone with Switchable Polar Patterns and Isolation Pack
• Shockmount
• Metal Pop Filter
• Thread Adapter
• sE Logo Sticker
• Limited 2-Year Warranty, Extended to 3-Year with Registration