Description
The Micpro team take a look at the Universal Audio SP-1 Standard Pencil Microphone (Pair) by Universal Audio, available in the Uk from a UK supplier & UK Warranty.
Here's what Universal Audio have to say
With the SP-1 small-diaphragm condenser pair, you can record acoustic instruments, drums and percussion, and live performances in stereo, with pristine fidelity for instant album-quality sound.
Key Benefits
- Capture stringed instruments, drums, and more with a matched condenser pair
- Harness smooth top-end for clear, professional stereo recordings in any environment
- Add retro, road-worthy small diaphragm condenser pack to your mic collection
- Get professional sound easily with included Apollo SP-1 presets
The Perfect Pair for Stereo Recording
As a matched stereo pair, the SP-1 adds clarity, width, and dimension to your recordings. Whether it’s tight X/Y patterns or spaced pairs, combine them how you want and hear the detail in your instrument like never before
Capture Your Best Sounds, Anywhere
The SP-1’s classic cardioid design, high SPL tolerance, and smooth, clear top-end deliver consistently clean capture of acoustic guitars, drum overheads, percussion, horns, and more — at any volume, in any environment.
More Than your Average Pencil Mics
We engineered the SP-1 pair to be your workhorse, everyday choice for stereo recording. With a retro finish and road-worthy build, these stylish condensers are a serious studio upgrade, with vintage elegance for days.
Sound Like the Pros with Apollo Interface Presets
Take the guesswork out of getting professional sounds with custom Apollo SP-1 presets. Get the perfect EQ settings for adding shimmer to cymbals, or bolster horns and stringed instrument recordings with rich stereo sound.
What's Included
- Two mic stand mounts
- Stereo T-bar
- Two foam windscreens
- Two ⅝” to ⅜ ” thread adapters
Technical Specifications
- Microphone Type: Small Diaphragm Condenser Pair
- Polar Pattern: Cardioid
- Frequency Range: 20 Hz – 20kHz
- Sensitivity: -38.0 (12.6 mV) ref 1V at 1 Pa, 1 kHz
- Output Impedance: 200 Ohms
- Recommended Load Impedance: Greater than 2K Ohms
- Output Connector: 3-Pin XLRM
- Maximum SPL: 142 dB SPL, 1% THD
- Phantom Power Requirements: 48 VDC
- Length: 5" (128 mm)
- Diameter: 0.93" (23.5 mm)
- Weight: 0.28 lbs (125 g)
