High performance pencil condensor microphone with the lowest noise of any mic in its class. 2x filters and pads plus handbuilt capsule for maximum flexibility and performance sE8 Small in stature, huge in sound Fit for any challenges in the studio or on stage, the sE8 is a brand new high-performance handcrafted small-diaphragm condenser, fresh from the labs at sE. Recommended Use Acoustic guitar, choir, orchestral + strings, piano, woodwinds, drums, percussion, cymbals / OH Highlights Hand-made capsule & all-metal build Balanced sound & sophisticated backplate design Perfect for sources like high-hats and drum overheads One of the quietest small-capsule mics on the planet Highest dynamic range and SPL handling in its class Integrated attenuation pads and low-cut filters Compatible with our sE8 omni capsule Specs Components CapsuleHand-crafted 1/2" True Condenser Power Electrical impedance110 Ohms Recommended load impedance>1k Ohms Connectivity3-pin male XLR connector Powering48V Phantom Power (P48 according to IEC 61938) Sound Polar patternsCardioid Frequency range20 Hz - 20 kHz Sensitivity25 mV / Pa (-32 dBV) Max SPL139 / 149 / 159 dB (0 / 10 / 20 dB pad) (0.5% THD @ 1kHz) Equivalent noise level13 dB Dynamic range126 / 136 / 146 dB (0 / 10 / 20 dB attentuation pad) Signal to noise ratio81 dB Low-cut filter80 / 160 Hz, 6 dB / Oct, switchable Attenuation pad10 / 20 dB, switchable Current consumption2.7 mA Dimensions Mic Diameter23 mm (0.91 in.) Mic length120 mm (4.72 in.) Mic weight141 g (4.97 oz.) What's in the box sE8 microphone mic clip (with thread adapter) wind screen