sE Electronics SE2200 - Large Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Microphone

sE Electronics SE2200 – Large Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Microphone

The sE Electronics SE2200 is a large-diaphragm condenser microphone designed to deliver smooth, warm, and detailed sound for vocal and instrument applications. Its hand-crafted, dual 1″ gold-plated capsule is combined with discrete-component Class-A circuitry and a custom output transformer to provide a linear response from 20 Hz to 20 kHz, low noise, and high musicality. Pad switches (–10 dB, –20 dB) and low-cut filter (80 Hz, 160 Hz) allow proximity control and clear handling of high SPL sources.

Main features

• Transducer: 1″ (25.4 mm) gold-plated large-diaphragm condenser, handcrafted true-condenser.
• Polar pattern: Cardioid.
• Frequency response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz.
• Output impedance: < 50 Ω.
• Sensitivity: 23.7 mV/Pa (–32.5 dBV).
• Maximum SPL: 125 dB SPL (0 dB pad), 135 dB (–10 dB pad), 145 dB (–20 dB pad) (0.5% THD @ 1 kHz).
• Own noise: 8 dB(A).
• Signal-to-noise ratio: 82 dB (A-weighted).
• Pad switchable: –10 dB, –20 dB.
• Switchable low-cut filter: 80 Hz, 160 Hz (6 dB/oct).
• Power supply: Phantom +48 V (IEC 61938).
• Dimensions: Ø 51 × L 215 mm.
• Weight: 611 g.
• Included accessories: Isolation pack (shockmount and pop filter), thread adapter.

Product benefits

• Soft, round sound with great musicality, ideal for voices and acoustic instruments.
• Proximity control and filtering of unwanted bass through integrated pads and low-cut.
• Low self-noise and high signal-to-noise ratio for clean recordings.
• Rugged construction and custom transformer add depth and weight to the sound.
• Easy integration into studio and home studio setups thanks to its isolation pack.

Use cases

• Studio Vocals: Detailed capture without sibilance or artifacts.
• Acoustic instruments: Guitars, strings, piano, with spatial fidelity.
• Drum Overheads: Balanced imaging and transient handling.
• Room miking: Recording environments and choirs with natural presence.
• Electric guitars: Clear capture of mids and bass with character.

Frequently Asked Questions

• How do I activate the low-cut filter? Using the switch on the microphone body (80 Hz/160 Hz).
• Which pad should you choose for recording powerful electric guitars? Use the –10 dB pad for SPLs up to 135 dB; for higher SPLs, select –20 dB.
• Does it need phantom power? Yes; +48 V phantom power supplied by preamp or interface.
• Is a shock mount included? Yes; it's part of the isolation pack along with the pop filter.

Description for projects

Large-diaphragm cardioid condenser microphone (1″), handcrafted true-condenser, 20 Hz–20 kHz, < 50 Ω, sensitivity 23.7 mV/Pa, maximum SPL 125/135/145 dB with pad, noise 8 dB(A), pads –10/–20 dB, low-cut 80/160 Hz, phantom +48 V, Ø 51×215 mm, 611 g.