sE Electronics T2 - Large Diaphragm Condenser Microphone

sE Electronics T2 – Large Diaphragm Condenser Microphone

The sE Electronics T2 is a large-diaphragm condenser microphone that combines the warmth of a vintage design with the precision of modern engineering. It features a 1″ dual-diaphragm sputtered titanium capsule that’s stiffer and lighter than gold, resulting in exceptional transient response for capturing crisp attacks on percussion, upright bass, and cymbals. Its four switchable polar patterns (cardioid, hypercardioid, omnidirectional, and figure-8), along with a –10 dB/–20 dB roll-off switch and 40 Hz/80 Hz low-cut filter, allow total control over proximity, unwanted bass, and high SPL. With a rugged body, integrated shockmount, and metal carrying case, the T2 is a workhorse in both the professional and home studios.

Main features

• Capsule: Hand-made true condenser, 1″ titanium sputtered diaphragm.
• Polar patterns: Cardioid, hypercardioid, omnidirectional, figure 8.
• Frequency range: 20 Hz – 20 kHz.
• Output impedance: 22 Ω.
• Sensitivity: 25 mV/Pa (–32 dBV).
• Attenuation selector: –10 dB, –20 dB.
• Low-cut filter: 40 Hz / 80 Hz, 6 dB/oct, switchable.
• Maximum SPL: 137 dB / 147 dB / 157 dB (pad 0/10/20 dB, 0.5% THD).
• Equivalent noise: 13 dB(A).
• Body & Accessories: Custom Shockmount with thread adapter, metal case.

Product benefits

• Fast and detailed transient response thanks to the titanium diaphragm.
• Precise source and ambient control with four polar patterns.
• Management of very noisy sources with –10 dB and –20 dB pads.
• Reduction of unwanted bass with a two-frequency low-cut filter.
• Rugged, touring-ready design with metal case included.

Use cases

• Percussion and drums: Capturing attack and detail on drums and cymbals.
• Acoustic instruments: Guitars, double bass, mandolin with definition and body.
• Overheads and room miking: Natural stereo imaging using figure 8 or omnidirectional.
• Voices and wind instruments: Clear reproduction without proximity artifacts.
• Home and professional studio recording: Versatility for any application.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What's included? T2 microphone, shockmount with adapter, metal case.
• How do I change the polar pattern? Switch the pattern selector on the side of the body.
• Does it need phantom power? Yes; +48 V phantom power according to IEC 61938.
• What pads are available? –10 dB and –20 dB selectable.

Description for projects

1″ large diaphragm condenser microphone with titanium sputtered diaphragm, 4 polar patterns, 20 Hz–20 kHz, impedance 22 Ω, sensitivity 25 mV/Pa, pad –10/–20 dB, low-cut 40/80 Hz, maximum SPL 157 dB, noise 13 dB(A), dimensions 58 × 29 × 146 mm, weight 290 g.