sE Electronics sE8 omni Pair

Perfect twins for perfect sound.

Based on the highly acclaimed sE8 cardioid pencil condenser, sE proudly offers anomnidirectional option. Featuring the very same, sophisticated capsule backplate design andtrue condenser technology, the sE8 omni provides an authentic and transparent sound qualitysecond to none. Every pair is hand-crafted and carefully selected in our own factory to ensurethe best possible performance. With the lowest noise and highest SPL capability in its class,the sE8 omni is the perfect choice for demanding applications like recording orchestras,ensembles and choirs but equally good for solo instruments, vocals and percussion.

The sE8 omni captures a balanced, transparent representation that is true to the source andenvironment, making it ideal for recording the essence of a performance, without anycompromises. Thanks to its impressive transient response and vast dynamic range, it is alsoperfectly suitable for drums, cymbals and other percussive instruments.

The omnidirectional polar pattern ensures a pristine, consistent sound image independent fromthe distance to the sound source. This allows a wide range of ambitious applications likerecording a symphonic orchestra, ensemble or focusing on solo instruments, while alsosuitable for miking choirs or capturing lead vocals.

With its durable all-metal housing, robust design and high-quality standard, the sE8 omni hasbecome a proven workhorse that is guaranteed to withstand extensive touring as well as dailyhandling in recording studios of all kinds. Ready for any sound source, 360 degrees – live or inthe studio – the sE8 omni is the ideal companion for every engineer and producer that needsreliable tools and sound that’s true to the source.

Factory-matched stereo pair

Outstanding stereo recordings require precision tools, i.e.: microphones with high consistencyand accurate localization. Therefore, at sE every pair is selected by hand to provide identicalperformance. The result is the highest possible correlation over the whole frequency range andvirtually identical sensitivity for stunning three-dimensional recordings.

The perfect spherical polar pattern

Thanks to the sophisticated acoustic design with precisely machined components, the polarpattern is an almost perfect sphere, providing impressively pristine performance even in themost demanding applications without any coloration.

Hand-crafted small condenser capsule

Every capsule is hand-crafted and individually tuned in our own factory with the highestattention to detail. The ultra-thin gold-sputtered diaphragm delivers an impressive transientresponse that enables capturing even the smallest of nuances, and the ultra-precision electrodeis optimized for superb linearity and natural sound, ensuring a consistently smooth and balanced frequency response.

The quietest pencil condenser in its class

With a very short signal path, no ICs, and specially optimized Class-A electronics, the sE8 omniis one of the quietest microphones on the market – and by far the quietest microphone in itsclass. Moreover, the transformerless design enables excellent transparency and clarity. Thecompletely new electronic design also ensures a beyond-the-norm dynamic range and excellenttransient response without distortion.

Two switchable attenuation levels

The switchable attenuation pad prevents overloading your preamp or mixer and providesextended dynamic range without compromises. Two switchable levels enable close-mictechniques for even the loudest sources like brass instruments, timpani and drums.

Two switchable low-cut filters

The integrated low-cut filters can be selected at either 80Hz or 160Hz. This helps to eliminatelow-frequency rumble or footfall noise or to roll-off some energy in the low-end.

All-metal housing and premium finish

The sE8 omni’s all-metal chassis provides efficient rejection of any electrical interference andnoise, and its high-quality finish ensures a great look for years to come.

Gold-plated XLR connector

The corrosion-free gold plated XLR contacts ensure a loss-free, reliable and durable signalconnection.

Standard accessories (sE8 omni Matched Pair only)

The sE8 omni Matched Pair comes in a robust, high-quality metal case, complete with aprecision stereo bar, two windscreens and two robust mic clips with US/EU thread adapters.

Factory-matched stereo pair

• every pair is hand-selected from hundreds of individual microphones to provide
  identical performance and highest possible consistency

The perfect spherical polar pattern

• sophisticated acoustic design with precision components
• impressively pristine performance without any coloration

Hand-crafted small condenser capsule

• ultra-thin gold-sputtered diaphragm for superior transient response
• every capsule is hand-crafted and individually tuned in our factory
• ultra-precision electrode design optimized for superb linearity and natural sound
• true condenser technology

The quietest pencil mic in its class

• extremely low noise without the use of integrated circuits
• transformerless design for excellent transparency and clarity
• proven Class-A circuitry ensures a high dynamic range and outstanding transient
  response without distortion

Two switchable attenuation levels

• provides extended dynamic range
• enables close-mic techniques for even the loudest sources like brass instruments,
  timpani and drums
• prevents overloading your preamp or mixer

Two switchable low-cut filters

• Selectable at either 80Hz or 160Hz
• help eliminate low-frequency rumble or footfall noise
• enable to roll-off some energy in the low-end

All-metal housing and premium finish

• all-metal chassis provides efficient rejection of any electrical interference and noise
• high-quality finish ensures a great look for years to come

Gold-plated XLR connector

• Ensures loss-free, reliable signal connection for years and years and years and…

Standard accessories (sE8 omni Matched Pair only)

• Metal case
• Stereo bar
• Two windscreens
• Two robust mic clips with US/EU thread adapters to fit any mic stand