sE X1R High Performance Passive Ribbon Microphone

The sE X1R ribbon microphone represents a clever fusion of classic ribbon warmth with modern engineering, bringing together traditional ribbon technology and elements from sE Electronics' patented Voodoo HF extension system. This passive ribbon mic features a state-of-the-art 2-micron aluminium ribbon element surrounded by premium Neodymium magnets, creating a microphone that captures the natural beauty of ribbon sound whilst offering enhanced versatility compared to most ribbons currently available.

Built for professional recording applications, the X1R excels across guitar cabinets, drum overheads, brass and woodwind instruments, strings, commercial broadcast work, and voice-over recording. The microphone's hybrid design incorporates mechanical elements from sE's acclaimed Voodoo technology to provide a gentle high-frequency lift, giving you that classic ribbon character with improved usability and broader application potential.

Technical specifications include a 20Hz-16kHz frequency response (�1dB), -55.3dB sensitivity, and figure-of-8 directional pattern with an impedance of ?200 ohms. The X1R handles maximum SPL levels up to 135dB whilst maintaining its compact 0.5kg weight, making it a practical choice for studio and location recording where traditional ribbon sound is desired without the typical limitations.