Studio Sound in a USB Microphone?
Don't compromise natural sound for the convenience of USB recording - get the sE Electronics sE X1 USB condenser microphone. While many USB mics will give you what you need for Podcasting or basic voiceover work, the sE X1 USB has the extended, balanced response and transparent sound you'll need for quality instrument recordings on the go. And anyone at Sweetwater will confirm the X1 series represents a huge value, offering up great sound and exceptional durability. When you need USB convenience with the high-quality sound of a studio condenser, you can depend on the sE Electronics sE X1 USB.
sE Electronics sE X1 USB Condenser Microphone at a Glance:- Based on the acclaimed X1 for natural-sounding recordings
- Cardioid by design for the perfect balance of tone and isolation
- A go-to choice for all kinds of vocals and acoustic instruments
Based on the acclaimed X1 for natural-sounding recordingsThere are a lot of USB microphones out there, and not all of them are going to give you the detailed and natural sound you really want when recording instruments and vocals. sE Electronics started with the tried-and-true design of their acclaimed sE X1 mic, with a gold-sputtered diaphragm that gives you a crisp, detailed response. Then they went to work to minimize any coloring from the built-in converter and USB interface. The result is the smooth sound of an extremely popular studio condenser mic, with the record-anywhere convenience of USB.
Cardioid by design for the perfect balance of tone and isolationMultipattern mics are great when the job calls for extra versatility, but a fixed cardioid condenser microphone like the sE X1 USB offers consistency and a simpler, more direct signal path. The result is a kind of clarity and low-noise performance you're bound to hear in your mix. And since, in the majority of cases, you're going to want a cardioid polar pattern anyway, the sE X1 USB provides the performance you need, without making you pay for features you may not need.
A go-to choice for all kinds of vocals and acoustic instrumentsOne of the main uses Sweetwater Sales Engineers recommend the sE Electronics sE X1 USB condenser microphone for is tracking vocals. Male, female - it doesn't matter to the sE X1 USB. Its smooth and forgiving sound brings out the fullness in any kind of vocal style. This also makes the sE X1 USB an excellent microphone choice when you're tracking acoustic instruments, especially when it comes to the extended range of the acoustic guitar or even piano.
sE Electronics sE X1 USB Condenser Microphone Features:- A large-diaphragm USB condenser microphone that's excellent for vocals and acoustic instruments
- Hand-made 1" capsule and extremely clear signal path provide a wide-open sound
- Fixed cardioid polar pattern provides tonal consistency and excellent off-axis sound rejection
- Switchable -10dB pad lets you get the extra headroom you need when miking loud sound sources
- Switchable highpass filter cuts out low-frequency rumble and reduces proximity effect
- Extremely durable black rubber paint finish holds up like a champ even with heavy use