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  • SE Electronics sE X1-R Ribbon Mic
  • SE Electronics sE X1-R Ribbon Mic
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SE Electronics sE X1-R Ribbon Mic

£149.00

This is the SE Electronics sE X1-R Ribbon Mic from sE Electronics, available now in Ribbon Microphones category on MicPro. Read More below.

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Description

sE Electronics now bring you the sE Electronics sE X1-R Ribbon Mic! Adatable and flexible enough to be used on a variety of instruments or vocals, this really is a microphone that can (and should) be used on a daily basis. Its hybrid of old and new ribbon technology gives you a classic, yet natural sound that is completely versatile. Great for a first time project studio buyer, yet equally useful for a seasoned pro, the SE Electronics sE X1-R Ribbon Mic brings you exceptional performance in a classic design – at a great price!

sE recorded Gergo Borlai with his Gretsch Kit. Gergi Borlai uses a minimalistic approach to miking his Gretch Drums with 2 X1-R microphones to achieve an amazing sound!

Here’s What sE Electronics Say About the sE X1-R Ribbon Mic

The sE X1R ribbon microphone is the new high performance passive ribbon from sE Electronics. The sE Electronics X1R is suited to a variety of recording applications including guitar cabs, overhead drums, brass, woodwind, strings, commercial broadcast and voice-over.

This state of the art ribbon element enclosed by top grade Neodymium magnets boasts some of the latest ribbon microphone technologies from sE Electronics. We have combined our traditional ribbon technology with some of the mechanical elements of our patented Voodoo microphone HF (High Frequency) extension technology to bring you a classic sounding ribbon mic with a gentle HF lift. The sEX1R does not offer the full frequency response performance of the Voodoo VR1 / VR2 and the widely acclaimed sE Rupert Neve RNR1, but a hybrid of old and new ribbon technology which gives you all the natural beauty of the ribbon sound, but with more versatility and ease of use than the majority of ribbons on today’s market.

The sE X1R also draws on the chassis and design elements of the hugely successful sE X1 Cardioid Condenser Microphone to bring you exceptional performance, and the hand-crafted capsule quality you expect from all sE mics, but at a fraction of the cost of other boutique brands. The sE X1R really is the perfect ribbon mic for the first time project studio buyer, or a great addition of new character to your microphone collection. For more information on the sE Electronics and sE Rupert Neve ribbon mic family, visit Ribbon Microphones.

Specifications

  • Type: Passive
  • Element: 2µ aluminum ribbon
  • Frequency Response: 20-16K Hz ±1dB
  • Sensitivity: -55.3dB 1V/Pa ±1dB
  • Directional pattern: Figure of 8
  • Impedance: 200 ohm
  • Connector: 3-pin
  • Max SPL: 135dB
  • Weight: 0.5KG

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sE Electronics

sE Electronics is a highly respected name in the world of professional microphones, known for combining innovative design with exceptional sound quality. Founded with a focus on handcrafted capsules and precision engineering, sE Electronics has built a reputation for producing microphones that deliver clarity, depth, and reliability across studio and live environments.

What makes sE Electronics stand out is its attention to detail and commitment to performance at every level. From industry-favourite vocal mics to versatile studio workhorses, their range is trusted by musicians, engineers, and content creators alike. If you’re looking for microphones that balance character, accuracy, and build quality, sE Electronics is a brand well worth exploring.

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Ribbon Microphones

Ribbon microphones are valued for their smooth, natural sound and warm tonal character. They are often used on vocals, brass, guitar amps, and room recordings, where a softer high end and rich midrange are desirable. Ribbon microphones are more delicate than other types and typically require careful handling, but they are prized in studio environments for their classic sound and depth.

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Ribbon

Ribbon microphones are prized for their smooth, natural sound and warm tonal character. They are especially valued in studio recording for capturing sources without harshness, making them ideal for vocals, guitar amplifiers, brass, strings and drum overheads where detail and depth are needed without exaggerated high frequencies.

Using a thin metal ribbon suspended in a magnetic field, ribbon microphones respond quickly to transients and deliver a rich, balanced midrange. They are often chosen when a classic, vintage-style sound is desired, and they work particularly well in controlled studio environments where their sensitivity and tonal subtlety can be fully appreciated.

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