sE Electronics sE7sF | Compact Side-Address Cardioid Condenser Mic with Pad & Low-Cut Filter

sE Electronics sE7sF  (sE Electronics SE7-SF-U)

Compact Side-Address Condenser Microphone for Tight Spaces

The sE Electronics sE7sF is a high-performance small-diaphragm condenser microphone with a side-address design—ideal for capturing instruments in tight or unconventional setups. With its ultra-low noise floor, extended frequency response, and rugged build, this mic is an excellent tool for professional studio recording, live sound, or broadcast environments where space is limited.

sE Electronics sE7sF Competitive Differences

• Side-address 1/2" capsule design allows miking of hard-to-reach sources
• Discrete class-A circuitry and transformerless output for superior transparency
• Switchable -20 dB pad for high SPL handling (up to 156 dB)
• Switchable 80 Hz low-cut filter for controlling rumble and proximity effect
• Exceptionally quiet operation with only 16 dB of self-noise
• Full 20 Hz – 20 kHz frequency response with natural sound reproduction

sE Electronics sE7sF Description

The sE7sF from sE Electronics is a versatile, side-address pencil condenser microphone designed to deliver high fidelity and excellent directional focus. Its side-firing form factor makes it ideal for drum kits, tight instrument placements, or compact studio and stage environments. Engineered with a precision 1/2" back-electret condenser capsule, the sE7sF captures a detailed and balanced sound with remarkable clarity across the full frequency spectrum. The integrated -20 dB pad makes it capable of handling extremely high sound pressure levels—up to 156 dB—making it suitable for louder sources like drums or amplifiers. A switchable 80 Hz low-cut filter reduces low-frequency rumble and helps manage proximity effect in close-miking applications. With class-A discrete electronics and a transformerless output, this mic maintains accurate transients and minimizes distortion, ensuring studio-grade performance even in the most demanding scenarios.

sE7sF Features

• Side-address 1/2" back-electret condenser capsule
• Cardioid polar pattern for focused sound capture and isolation
• 20 Hz – 20 kHz frequency range for full-spectrum clarity
• Switchable -20 dB pad and 80 Hz low-cut filter
• Handles SPL up to 156 dB with pad engaged
• Low-noise operation with 16 dB equivalent noise level
• High dynamic range: up to 140 dB
• Requires 48V phantom power

sE7sF Specifications

• Capsule: 1/2" back-electret condenser
• Polar Pattern: Cardioid
• Frequency Range: 20 Hz – 20 kHz
• Sensitivity: 19 mV / Pa (-34.5 dBV)
• Max SPL: 136 dB (0 pad) / 156 dB (-20 dB pad)
• Equivalent Noise Level: 16 dB
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 78 dB
• Dynamic Range: 120 dB (0 pad) / 140 dB (-20 dB pad)
• Attenuation Pad: -20 dB, switchable
• Low-Cut Filter: 80 Hz, 6 dB/oct, switchable
• Impedance: <200 Ohms
• Recommended Load Impedance: >1k Ohms
• Power Requirement: 48V phantom power (P48)
• Connector: 3-pin male XLR
• Dimensions: 0.91" (23 mm) diameter × 5.12" (130 mm) length
• Weight: 5.75 oz (163 g)

What's In The Box

• 1 x sE7 sideFire microphone
• 1 x Mic clip with thread adapter
• 1 x Windscreen