sE Electronics 2300
Large-diaphragm Condenser Microphone with Cardioid/Omni/Figure-8 Polar Patterns, 80Hz/160Hz Highpass Filter, and -10dB/-20dB Pad
Product Highlights
- 2 x 1" Gold Sputtered Diaphragms
- Externally-Polarized Condenser Capsule
- Cardioid Polar Pattern
- Custom-Built Transformer
- Class-A Circuit Topologies
- Pad Switch: -10 and -20 dB
- Low-Cut Filters: 80 and 160 Hz
- All-Metal Chassis
- Includes Shockmount
- Includes Metal Pop Filter
- Overview
- Tech Specs
The sE Electronics sE2300 is a multi-pattern version of sE’s popular sE2200 studio condenser — and, thanks to its discrete Class A components, it sounds incredible. It delivers the same stunning, upfront sound and full feature set that made the original such a huge hit, but adds multiple polar patterns for even more versatility. Park it in front of a vocalist, place it over a drum kit, or plant it in front of a guitar cabinet — the sE2300 excels on just about any application you can think of. If you're looking for a value-packed workhorse, you can't go wrong with the sE2300.
THREE SELECTABLE POLAR PATTERNS
The 3-position Pattern Switch is located on the rear side of the microphone, and allows the sE2300’s polar pattern to be changed from omnidirectional to cardioid to figure-eight. This allows for great control over the balance between direct and ambient sound.
TRADITIONAL CLASS-A ELECTRONIC DESIGN
Its carefully selected, discrete components ensure brilliant sound quality on any source. The sE2300’s design still avoids using any ICs (integrated circuits) and is built to excel – not to a standard. Low noise, consistent performance and high sensitivity is provided by state-of-the-art surface-mounted electronic components with extremely tight tolerances.
TWO SWITCHABLE ATTENUATION LEVELS & LOW-CUT FILTERS
The -10 dB and -20 dB pad switches provide extended dynamic range, enabling a wide variety of applications and close-mic techniques for even the loudest instruments...think super-heavy electric guitars, fortissimo brass instruments, and heavy-footed kick drums.
Selectable at either 80Hz or 160Hz, the two low-cut filters help eliminate low-frequency rumble or footfall noise, as well as help compensate for excessive bass (proximity effect) with close-mic techniques.
Capsule Type | Hand-crafted 1" True Condenser |
Polar Pattern | Cardioid, Omni-directional |
Frequency range | 20 Hz - 20 kHz |
Sensitivity | 24 mV/Pa (-32.5 dBV) |
Max SPL | 126 / 136 / 146 dB (0/10/20 dB pad) (0.5% THD @ 1kHz) |
Equivalent noise level | 9 dB(A) |
Dynamic range | 117 / 127 / 137 dB (0/10/20 dB Attentuation pad) |
Signal to Noise Ratio | 85 dB |
Low-cut filter: | 80 / 160 Hz, 6 dB/Oct, switchable |
Attenuation Pad | 10 / 20 dB, switchable |
Powering | 48 Volts according to IEC 61938 |
Electrical Impedance | 40 Ohms |
Recommended load impedance | 1 kOhms |
>1k Ohms | Cardioid: 23.7 mV/Pa |
Current consumption | 4.8 mA |
Connectivity | 3-pin male XLR connector |
Dimensions & Weight
- Diameter: 51mm (2.01 in)
- Length: 215mm (8.46 in)
- Weight: 611 g (21.55 oz.)