Ribbon Microphone and Clip for SE ELECTRONICS X1 Series

Drawing on technologies from sE's VR1 & VR2 ribbon mics, the X1 R is a vintage-modern hybrid that offers the inherent smoothness of a hand-crafted ribbon mic, along with greater versatility, durability, and ease of use than the delicate ribbons of the past.

The second addition to the X1 Series, the X1 R brings the magic of traditional ribbon mics into the modern age. With a tough construction that can handle any SPL, this is a ribbon mic you can take on the road. The sE Electronics X1 R is suited to a variety of recording applications, including guitar cabs, overhead drums, brass, woodwind, strings, commercial broadcast, and voice-over. As one reviewer noted, "Electric guitar sounded great right away."

At the heart of the X1 R is a state-of-the-art ribbon element, enclosed by top-grade Neodymium magnets. sE has combined traditional ribbon technologies with mechanical elements from the VR1 and VR2 mics, resulting in a classic-sounding ribbon mic with a gentle high-frequency lift.

Every single X1 R ribbon element is built by hand in sE's specialized capsule room, by technicians with decades of experience. sE's capsule master has been building these capsules for nearly 30 years, as they believe handcrafted components simply sound better.

The robust all-metal construction and 135dB SPL handling make the X1 R suitable not just for the studio, but also for life on the road. It comes standard with a mic clip that will securely attach it to any mic stand, and can also be used with sE's Isolation Pack shock mount and pop filter if needed.

Handcrafted ribbons are a point of pride for sE, as they believe this approach results in a superior sound. The X1 R's ribbon is hand-tensioned and hand-tuned by skilled technicians in sE's own factory, which is a rarity for affordable microphones.

The technical specifications of the X1 R include: - Passive electronics - Hand-tensioned 2.5µm aluminum ribbon - Figure-8 directional pattern - Frequency range of 20 Hz to 16 kHz - 200 Ohm impedance - 1.78 mV/Pa (-55 dB) sensitivity - Maximum SPL of 135 dB (0.5% THD @ 1kHz) - 71 dB signal-to-noise ratio - 23 dB(A) self-noise - XLR3F connectors - No phantom power required

In summary, the sE Electronics X1 R is a versatile, durable, and handcrafted ribbon microphone that delivers the classic sound of traditional ribbon mics, but with modern features and performance. Its robust construction and attention to detail make it a compelling choice for a wide range of recording applications.

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