Are SE Microphones any good?
Are SE Microphones any good?
Overall, it’s an alright microphone, but I find it too bright for my taste. SE Electronics does make some good mics though. I have used the sE2200 which doesn’t cost much more and I like it alot better. Pros: cheap, bright but with a decent top end, seems sturdy.
Where are sE Electronics based?
Shanghai
Now occupying 3,000 square meters of space in Shanghai, the sE Electronics headquarters and manufacturing operation is a study contrasting modern science with manual labor. Unlike many of its European, Asian and U.S. competitors, sE builds all of its products by hand, including microphone cases.
Do reflection filters really work?
A reflection filter helps to absorb soundwaves that would otherwise reflect and hit the rear of a microphone which can cause reverberation issues. Although not a substitute for proper acoustic treatment, they can be very effective if used correctly in a suitable room and with a complimentary microphone.
Do I need a condenser mic?
Condenser microphones are best used to capture vocals and high frequencies. They are also the preferred type of microphone for most studio applications. Because of the thin diaphragm and increased sensitivity, condenser mics are often used to pick up delicate sounds. They also need a power source.
Where are SE mics made?
China
While the OEM of condenser mics in China continues, the emergence of SE Electronics as an original brand has served as a lesson in what China can build when it puts its mind to it. The story of SE Electronics is also the story of Siwei Zou, who has established the brand as China’s premier microphone manufacturer.
What’s included with the SE X1 s?
All the essentials to get your home studio sounding great: sE’s best-selling X1 S microphone and RF-X Reflexion Filter, sE’s Isolation Pack (shock mount and adjustable metal pop filter) and a high-quality 3-meter XLR mic cable.
What is included in the X1 s Studio bundle?
The X1 S Studio Bundle has everything from the Vocal Pack (below), plus our simple and effective RF-X so you can record anywhere you want. All the essentials for the start of a great recording chain, including sE’s simple but highly effective metal pop shield.
How do I mount the SE X1 on a vertical microphone stand?
If you must use a vertical microphone stand rather than the boom type, I’d recommend screwing the Reflexion Filter directly to the top of the stand via the thread in its base and then use the hardware to support only the microphone or, better still, mount the mic on a separate stand. The SE X1 placed inside the Project Studio Reflection Filter.
How is the SE true-capacitor X1 made?
Let’s start with the mic itself. As with all other SE mics, the true‑capacitor X1 is manufactured in SE’s Shanghai factory, which helps to keep manufacturing costs down. Despite the budget, the X1 is based around a hand‑built, large‑diaphragm, fixed‑cardioid capsule, with FET (Field Effect Transistor) transformerless electronics.
