Detail 01
Phantom power required
Your XLR setup must provide phantom power.
Product detailSKU #1500000240693
sE ElectronicsX1 A Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
The X1 A is an analog, cardioid FET condenser microphone for studio work, connecting over XLR and requiring phantom power. Its 100 Hz low-cut switch helps address low-frequency rumble, footfall noise, and excessive bass from close placement. Engage the -20 dB pad when close-miking loud sources, including guitars, brass, or kick drum. An integrated windscreen is built in, and the microphone includes a swivel clip, stand-thread adapter, and case.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Home-studio vocal recording with a cardioid condenser, built-in windscreen, and supplied stand-mounting hardware.
- Close-miking loud guitars, brass instruments, or kick drums using the -20 dB pad.
- Studio recording where low-frequency rumble or footfall noise needs attention.
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Cardioid polar pattern
The microphone uses a cardioid pickup pattern.
Detail 03
-20 dB pad
Extends dynamic range for close-miking loud instruments.
Detail 04
100 Hz low-cut switch
Helps reduce low-frequency rumble, footfall noise, and excessive close-mic bass.
Detail 05
Integrated windscreen
Provides built-in wind protection around the capsule.
Detail 06
Includes swivel mic clip and thread adapter
Supplied hardware mounts the microphone to a mic stand.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01An XLR connection and phantom power are required.
- 02The supplied case, swivel clip, and thread adapter are included.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Does the X1 A require phantom power?
Yes. It requires phantom power and connects through XLR.
02Can it handle close-miking loud sources?
Yes. Its -20 dB pad is intended for close-miking loud instruments such as guitars, brass, and kick drums.
03What accessories are supplied?
A swivel mic clip, mic-stand thread adapter, and case are included.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
3 detailsSound
- Capsule
- Varied
- Polar Pattern
- Cardioid
- Frequency Response
- 20Hz to 20kHz
1 detailsPickups & controls
- Switches
- 100Hz, -20dB
2 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
- Type
- FET Condenser
3 detailsConnections & power
- Phantom Power Required
- Yes
- Analog or Digital
- Analog
- Connectivity
- XLR
3 detailsSize & weight
- Weight
- 13.8
- Width
- 2.28 inch
- Height
- 6.65 inch
3 detailsIn the box
- Shockmount
- ✕ Not included
- Case or Gig Bag
- ✓ Included
- Clip
- ✓ Included
2 detailsOther
- Diaphragm Size
- Varied
- Applications
- Studio
