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Tracking Tips: Using a Reflexion Filter to Record Acoustic Guitar

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Meet The X1 S Studio Bundle by sE Electronics

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Tracking Tips: How to Record Vocals and Acoustic Guitar At The Same Time

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The X1S is a refined version of sE's best-selling X1, tuned for advanced performance. With the highest dynamic range and SPL handling capabilities in its class, along with expanded features that dramatically increase its flexibility, the X1 S has been improved in every way relative to the original, even in terms of its affordability. This packaged model includes a shock mount and a top quality XLR cable.

Just like its predecessor, the X1 S utilizes a hand-made condenser capsule, meticulously constructed and tuned in sE’s capsule room by technicians with decades of experience. This results in a capsule built like the world’s finest musical instruments, and a capsule truly up to the challenge of recording them.

Where the original X1 was powerful, the redesigned electronics of the X1 S take its performance to a whole new level, giving it the highest dynamic range in its class. Its internal redesign also allows for improved sensitivity, dramatically increased SPL handling (up to 160dB!), and a huge reduction in self-noise.

Attenuation
The -10 dB and -20 dB pad switches provide extended dynamic range, enabling a wide range of applications and close-mic techniques for even the loudest instruments...think super-heavy electric guitars, fortissimo brass instruments, and heavy-footed kick drums.

Low-cut Filters
Selectable at either 80Hz or 160Hz, these two filters help eliminate low-frequency rumble or footfall noise, as well as help compensate for excessive bass (proximity effect) with close-mic techniques.

Chassis
Unlike the cheaply constructed bodies of some entry-level microphones, the X1 S's all-metal chassis provides efficient rejection of any electrical interference and noise. The high-quality finish ensures a great look for years to come. A gold-plated XLR connector ensures loss-free, reliable signal connection.
Open Box sE Electronics X1S Studio Bundle Level 2  197881062699
Open Box sE Electronics X1S Studio Bundle Level 2  197881062699
Open Box sE Electronics X1S Studio Bundle Level 2  197881062699

collapse expand iconFeatures

  • Inexpensive large diaphragm condenser
  • Two attenuation and two filter switches
  • Gold-plated XLR connector
  • High dynamic range and sPL handling
  • Low self-noise
  • Includes top quality cable and shockmount

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Audio
  • Analog or digital: Analog
  • Frequency response: 20Hz to 20kHz
  • Max SPL: 140 dB (up to 160 w/switches)
  • Connectivity: XLR
Pattern and type
  • Capsule: Condenser
  • Polar pattern: Cardioid
  • Type: Mounted
  • Applications: Studio, stage
  • Diaphragm size: 1 in.
  • Switches: 2 filter, 2 attenuation
  • Phantom power required: Yes
Included accessories
  • Case: Storage/shipping case
  • Clip: Yes
  • Shockmount: No
  • Power supply: No
Size and weight
  • Width: 2.3 in.
  • Length: 6.6 in.
  • Depth: 2.3 in.
  • Weight: 445 g

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