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Universal AudioSC-1 Standard Condenser Microphone

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The Korena take

Built for close, detailed recording work, the SC-1 is a large-diaphragm cardioid condenser for vocals, acoustic instruments, electric guitar cabinets, and room-mic placement. Its 20 Hz–20 kHz response, low self-noise, high-SPL handling, and transformerless output support clean capture across those sources. Included Hemisphere software adds modeled condenser responses and lets you adjust proximity effect, axis, and filtering as you shape a recording.

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Strong match

Who this is for

  • Tracking vocals, acoustic instruments, or electric guitar cabinets with one large-diaphragm condenser microphone.
  • Using a room-mic position while retaining access to Hemisphere tone-shaping controls.
  • Recording sessions that need low self-noise and high-SPL handling.

Consider the trade-offs

When to look elsewhere

  • Setups without 48 VDC phantom power.
  • Users who need adjustable controls directly on the microphone; none are provided.

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.

Universal Audio SC-1 Standard Condenser Microphone construction detail

Detail 01

48 VDC, 3 mA phantom-power requirement

Your recording setup must provide 48 V phantom power.

Detail 02

3-pin XLRM connector

The microphone connects through its XLRM output.

Detail 03

Included mount, thread adapter, and UA carrying case

It arrives with mounting hardware and a carrying case.

Final check

Know before you order

  1. 01Confirm that your recording setup provides 48 V phantom power.
  2. 02The microphone has no adjustable controls.
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Product questions

Before you decide

Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.

01What recording sources is the SC-1 described for?

It is described for vocals, acoustic instruments, electric guitar cabinets, and use as a room microphone.

02Is Hemisphere software included?

Yes. It includes Hemisphere modeling software with proximity-effect, axis, and filtering adjustments.

03What is included with the microphone?

A mic mount, 5/8-inch to 3/8-inch thread adapter, and UA carrying case are included.

Reference

Full specifications

The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.

3 detailsSound
Polar Pattern
Cardioid
Frequency Range
20Hz–20kHz
Sensitivity
–39dB (0dB = 1V/Pa @ 1kHz)
1 detailsPickups & controls
Adjustable Controls
None
1 detailsBody & build
Color
White
3 detailsConnections & power
Output Impedance
200 ohms
Phantom Power Requirements
48 VDC, 3 mA (typical)
Connector
3-pin XLRM
3 detailsSize & weight
Weight
0.8
Dimensions L X Dia
6.4 inch x 2.36 inch 2”
Dimensions
6.4 inch (length) x 2.36 inch 2” (diameter)
1 detailsIn the box
Included Accessory
Mic mount, 5/8” to 3/8” thread adapter, UA carrying case
1 detailsOther
Microphone Type
Condenser

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