SE Electronics SE2200A Cardioid Condenser Microphone

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SE Electronics SE2200A Cardioid Condenser Microphone, Box

SE Electronics SE2200A Cardioid Condenser Microphone, Frequency Response

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An improvement over the beloved SE2200, the SE2200A comes with the same design elements for a high quality sound but with upgraded tech for lower self noise.

Overview

Based on the SE2200 that has gained recognition around the world, the new SE2200A studio condenser continues the tradition with improved specs. It uses the same 1 in. gold vacuum plated diaphragm, but its electronics are all-new; providing low self noise for better signal-to-noise performance. It features a switchable 100Hz low cut filter and -10dB pad, and comes complete with rugged shock mount and travel case. The new SE2200A -- improved performance and outstanding value.

Specs

Type: large diaphragm condenser

Frequency response: 20Hz-20KHz

Sensitivity: 14.1m V/Pa -37 +/- 1.5dB

Polar pattern: cardioid

Output impedance: < 200 ohms

Output noise: < 17dB typical, (A weighted)

THD: < 0.5% at 130 dB SPL

Power requirement: phantom power 48V +/- 4V

Connector: 3-pin

XLR Size: 51mm x 178mm

Documents and Manuals

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

Reviews

(25 ratings)

Submitted February 2, 2007 by a customer from sbcglobal.net

"My SE Mic is Great...I Want More!"

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I'll be singing many songs the rest of my performing life into this gem...and then some...a long time!

Sound
The presence of this mic is very impressive. My routine choice of vocal mics is Neumann, but now love using the SE2200A for many of my vocal and acoustic guitar tracks. I love adding new mics to my studio arsenal and was really pleased to purchase this gem that came via a strong referral. I wasn't let down. I am proud to own it and love it on strictly one vocal w/ acoustic guitar recordings. It is so clean and warm, especially when using baritone vocal ranges. I don't EQ the vocals and am using my dbx 576 preamplifier/compressor for signal processing. I will probably purchase more.

Features
The shockmount is strong and looks vintage - as good as my Neumann shockmount, which was considerably more expensive. Really a nice unit.

Ease of Use
No problem with this mic. About as easy as it gets. The shockmount has been attached to my boom for a long time now, waitng for the mic to be inserted. I haven't bothered going back to my Neumann shockmounts. This is such a "sweet" mic!

Quality
I'm sure it's made well, but then I treat my mics with the respect they deserve. I put it to bed in it's case when I'm done with it and don't beat up my gear. It will last forever.

Value
Like I said, believe it or not, it rivals my Neumann and… read more looks very cool and much less the price. What's not to like?!

Manufacturer Support
Nope!

The Wow Factor
Reminds me of early Abbey Road gear - I see and hear John and Paul singing "No Reply" into this baby! It has a cool vintage distinction about the way it looks - not just sounds!

Musical Background:
singer/songwriter/producer

Musical Style:
Alternative/Folk/Rock - Beatlesque

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