Ride Shotgun with This Versatile Microphone
Shotgun mics are a staple in broadcast and film production, but they’re equally capable in studio and live concert settings. (Sweetwater tip: Try one on the bell of a ride cymbal.) The sE6160 shotgun microphone from sE Electronics makes this case even more compelling, starting with a gold-sputtered small-diaphragm true condenser capsule with supercardioid polar pattern that gives you fantastic off-axis rejection. The sE6160's full 20Hz–20kHz frequency range enables you to capture any sound accurately, and loud sources are no problem thanks to its robust 147dB max SPL, 144dB of dynamic range, and switchable -10dB/-20dB attenuation pad. A wide 81dB signal-to-noise ratio plus a switchable low-cut filter at 80Hz or 160Hz (-6dB per octave) ensures that you'll get a clean, noise-free signal to work with later. The sE6160's die-cast, all-metal construction also makes it tough enough to take on the road and use in challenging environments, whether that's a metal foundry or a heavy metal concert. Finally, the sE6160 arrives to you ready for deployment with multiple accessories in tow, including a clip, windscreen, and case.
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Clear, precise, and consistent
sE Electronics designs, handcrafts, and meticulously tunes each sE6160 capsule in-house at its own headquarters. This attention to detail makes each sE6160 microphone exceptionally clear, precise, and consistent from mic to mic. Its full frequency response, supercardioid polar pattern, high-gain before feedback, and natural "in the room" quality sound make it ideal for a gamut of applications, including audience miking for concerts and theater shows, podcasting, and studio isolation duties. Of course, the sE6160 is an ace for standard broadcast and location sound recording as well.
Quality performance for years to come
The sE6160's die-cast all-metal housing deftly rejects outside electrical interference, providing you with a pristine audio signal every time you use it. Despite being all-metal housed, the sE6160 also manages to weigh less than comparable mics in its class. This design element makes the sE6160 a delight to use in conjunction with your favorite boom pole. Finally, the all-metal housing of the sE6160 gives it the added benefit of looking great and performing even better for years to come.
sE Electronics sE6160 Features:
- Versatile shotgun microphone with gold-sputtered small-diaphragm condenser capsule
- Wide range of potential applications, including capturing location sound, studio isolation, audience miking for concerts, and much more
- Supercardioid polar pattern gives you superb off-axis rejection
- Full 20Hz–20kHz frequency range enables you to capture any sound source
- 147dB max SPL and 144dB of dynamic range ensure accuracy as well as safety
- Switchable attenuation pad of -10dB or -20dB helps you record the loudest of sound sources with confidence
- 81dB signal-to-noise ratio guarantees a clean signal
- Switchable low-cut filter at either 80Hz or 160Hz with -6dB per octave reduces rumble and improves clarity
- Die-cast all-metal construction rejects electrical interference and makes it rugged enough for travel and use in challenging environments
- Comes with clip, thread adapter, windscreen, and soft case
- Also available as a matched pair
