sE Electronics VR1 Passive Ribbon Microphone

£439.00

This is the sE Electronics VR1 Passive Ribbon Microphone from sE Electronics, available now in Ribbon Microphones category on MicPro. Read More below.

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The sE Electronics VR1 Next Generation Passive Ribbon Microphone is a passive ribbon microphone for detailed studio sessions and carefully controlled recording spaces. Its handcrafted two-micron aluminium ribbon responds quickly to quiet performance details while preserving the smooth natural character associated with classic ribbon microphones. An extended response reaching 18 kHz keeps the upper frequencies open and clear without introducing unwanted harshness.The figure-eight pattern captures sound at the front and rear while strongly reducing pickup at the sides helping separate neighbouring studio sources. Its passive transformer design requires no phantom power and benefits from a low-noise preamp with plenty of clean gain when recording quieter material. Steel construction protects the internal ribbon while the MC44 clip WS12 windscreen SHM12 shock mount and soft case provide a complete package for professional studio sessions.

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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 use a thin ribbon element to capture sound with a character that is often smooth, natural and sensitive to placement. Many passive ribbon designs have a figure-eight pattern and can suit guitar cabinets, brass, vocals, room recording and close or distant techniques; active ribbons may have different power and output requirements. Check the model’s phantom-power guidance, preamp gain, maximum level, ribbon protection, polar pattern and mounting. Avoid assuming every ribbon behaves identically: the circuit, transformer and intended distance determine how it fits a recording chain.

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Ribbon

Ribbon identifies a microphone using a ribbon element, often valued for smooth response and careful placement. Check phantom-power guidance, preamp gain, pattern and protection.