sE Electronics sE8 Supercardioid | Supercardioid Small-Diaphragm Condenser | 159dB Max SPL with Dual Pads

sE Electronics sE8SC  (sE Electronics sE8 Supercardioid)

Small-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone

The sE Electronics sE8 Supercardioid is a handcrafted small-diaphragm true condenser microphone designed for focused source capture in recording studios and live sound environments. Its supercardioid polar pattern provides increased isolation from surrounding instruments, while its gold-sputtered diaphragm and transformerless Class-A electronics deliver natural tone, detailed transients, and wide dynamic range.

sE Electronics sE8 Supercardioid Competitive Differences

• Precise supercardioid polar pattern provides focused source capture and strong side rejection
• Handcrafted and individually tuned 1/2-inch true condenser capsule
• Ultra-thin 3-micron gold-sputtered diaphragm provides fast transient response
• Transformerless Class-A circuitry delivers clean, transparent signal reproduction
• Switchable -10 dB and -20 dB attenuation pads support high-SPL and close-miking applications
• Selectable 80 Hz and 160 Hz low-cut filters help control rumble and excessive low-frequency buildup
• Interchangeable capsule design supports compatible cardioid and omnidirectional sE8 capsules

sE Electronics sE8 Supercardioid Description

The sE Electronics sE8 Supercardioid combines the compact sE8 microphone platform with a tighter directional pattern designed for situations where source isolation is important. Its supercardioid response focuses pickup toward the sound source while reducing unwanted bleed from surrounding instruments, making it useful for both stage and studio applications.

At the heart of the microphone is a handcrafted 1/2-inch true condenser capsule featuring an ultra-thin 3-micron gold-sputtered diaphragm. Every capsule is individually tuned, and its precision-engineered electrode and backplate design help provide a smooth, balanced frequency response with excellent transient detail and natural sound reproduction.

The transformerless Class-A electronic design uses no integrated circuits in the signal path and is engineered for high dynamic range, clarity, and low distortion. Two switchable attenuation pads provide -10 dB and -20 dB settings, allowing the microphone to handle sound pressure levels up to 159 dB with the -20 dB pad engaged.

Selectable 80 Hz and 160 Hz low-cut filters, each operating at 6 dB per octave, help reduce low-frequency rumble, footfall noise, and excessive bass from close-miking. An all-metal chassis provides durability and helps reject electrical interference, while the gold-plated XLR connector provides a reliable signal connection. The sE8 Supercardioid is suited to acoustic guitar, strings, piano, woodwinds, drums, percussion, cymbals, overheads, choir, and other sources requiring detailed capture with increased isolation.

sE8 Supercardioid Features

• Small-diaphragm true condenser microphone
• Supercardioid polar pattern
• Focused pickup for improved source isolation
• Handcrafted and individually tuned capsule
• 1/2-inch true condenser capsule
• Ultra-thin 3-micron gold-sputtered diaphragm
• Precision-engineered electrode and backplate design
• Transformerless Class-A circuitry
• Electronic design with no integrated circuits in the signal path
• Switchable -10 dB and -20 dB attenuation pads
• Switchable 80 Hz and 160 Hz low-cut filters
• 6 dB per octave low-cut filter slope
• Up to 159 dB maximum SPL with -20 dB pad engaged
• All-metal chassis
• Gold-plated 3-pin XLR connector
• Interchangeable capsule design
• Compatible with optional sE8 cardioid and omnidirectional capsules
• Suitable for studio recording and live sound applications

sE8 Supercardioid Specifications

• Microphone Type: Small-Diaphragm Condenser
• Capsule: Handcrafted 1/2 in True Condenser
• Polar Pattern: Supercardioid
• Sound Field: Mono
• Orientation: End Address
• Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz
• Sensitivity: 25 mV/Pa (-32 dBV)
• Maximum SPL: 139 dB without Pad
• Maximum SPL: 149 dB with -10 dB Pad
• Maximum SPL: 159 dB with -20 dB Pad
• Dynamic Range: 126 dB without Pad
• Dynamic Range: 136 dB with -10 dB Pad
• Dynamic Range: 146 dB with -20 dB Pad
• Equivalent Noise Level: 13 dB(A)
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 81 dB
• Attenuation Pad: -10 dB / -20 dB, Switchable
• Low-Cut Filter: 80 Hz / 160 Hz, 6 dB/Octave, Switchable
• Electrical Impedance: 110 Ohms
• Recommended Load Impedance: Greater than 1 kOhm
• Output Connector: 3-Pin Male XLR
• Power Requirement: 48V Phantom Power
• Current Consumption: 2.7 mA
• Construction: All-Metal Chassis
• Diameter: 0.91 in (23 mm)
• Length: 4.72 in (120 mm)
• Weight: 4.97 oz (141 g)

What's In The Box

• sE Electronics sE8 Supercardioid Microphone
• Mic Clip
• Thread Adapter
• Windscreen