sE Electronics X1 A Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone

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zZounds Gear Experts Say...

Prepare to be impressed -- the sE X1 A stacks up against much more expensive mics! Capture vocals, voiceover, guitar, and more with this workhorse condenser.

Overview

With a specially designed condenser capsule and an exterior based on the rugged metal chassis of the X1, the X1 A offers first-class sound & specifications at an even better "home studio" cost, featuring an extremely natural frequency response, massive SPL-handling capabilities (150 dB!), switchable attenuation and low-cut filters, and a perfectly balanced sensitivity level -- so it's at home on absolutely any source.

The X1 A is an entry-level cardioid 2/3" permanently-biased condenser microphone with all-metal housing, integrated windscreen, and gold plated XLR connectors. It has a -20db attenuation pad and 100 Hz low cut switch, and includes a swivel mic clip and mic stand thread adapter.

Specs

- Capsule Type: 2/3" Permanently-Biased Condenser
- Directional Pattern: Cardioid
- Frequency range: 20 Hz - 20 kHz
- Impedance: <50 Ohms
- Sensitivity: 20 mV/Pa (-34 dB)
- Max SPL: 130 / 150 dB (0 / 20 dB pad, (0.5% THD @ 1kHz)
- Signal to Noise Ratio: 78 dB(A)
- Equivalent Noise Level: 16 dB(A)
- Dynamic Range: 114 / 134 dB (0 / 20 dB pad)
- Low Cut Filter: 100 Hz, 6 dB/oct, switchable
- Attenuation Pad: 20 dB, switchable
- Connectivity: 3-pin male XLR
- Power requirement: 48V phantom according to IEC 61938
- Recommended Load Impedance: >1K Ohms
- Current Consumption: 4.0 mA
- Diameter: 58 mm (2.28 in.) x Length: 169 mm (6.65 in.)
- Weight: 390 g / 13.8 oz

Dimensions and Weight in Packaging

Black

Shipping Weight: 1.25 lbs
Shipping Dimensions: 11 x 5 x 4 in
Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): X1-A-U

Documents and Manuals

For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Phone: 512-847-5696
Web: https://seelectronics.com/contact/support-service/

SE Electronics X1 A User Manual

Reviews

(1 ratings)

Submitted August 10, 2026 by a customer from gmail.com

"Pro sound for under $100"

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I just recently purchased this mic and recorded vocals , you can't go wrong with this mic. It is a what you put in is what you get out type mic. In other words doesnt color the sound of your vocals.

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