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Universal AudioSD-1 Standard Dynamic Microphone

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Independent shopping perspective

The Korena take

SD-1 is a cardioid dynamic microphone for recording, livestreaming, podcasts, and live-rig use. The 50 Hz–16 kHz response is paired with an onboard 200 Hz low-cut filter and a selectable 3–5 kHz articulation boost, so you can choose either control as needed. Its cardioid pattern focuses on the source and rejects off-axis sound. An integrated shockmount and built-in windscreen are part of the microphone, while Hemisphere software provides additional modeled microphone responses and adjustable proximity, axis, and filtering.

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Strong match

Who this is for

  • Recording vocals or instruments when a cardioid dynamic microphone and selectable tone filters suit the session.
  • Podcasting or livestreaming with onboard low-cut and articulation-boost controls available at the microphone.
  • Desktop recording setups using the rear-mounted three-pin XLRM connection.

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 SD-1 Standard Dynamic Microphone construction detail

Detail 01

Cardioid polar pattern

Focuses on the sound source while rejecting off-axis noise.

Detail 02

200 Hz low-cut filter

Can be engaged to remove rumble below 200 Hz.

Detail 03

3–5 kHz articulation boost

Can be switched on when added articulation is wanted for speech or instruments.

Detail 04

3-pin XLRM connector

Uses a three-pin XLRM output connection.

Final check

Know before you order

  1. 01The microphone uses a 3-pin XLRM connector.
  2. 02The included thread adapter converts from 5/8-inch to 3/8-inch threading.
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Product questions

Before you decide

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

01Is the SD-1 a dynamic or condenser microphone?

It is a dynamic microphone with a cardioid polar pattern.

02What onboard filters does it have?

It has switchable 200 Hz low-cut and 3–5 kHz articulation-boost controls.

03What comes with the microphone?

A 5/8-inch to 3/8-inch thread adapter is included.

Reference

Full specifications

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

4 detailsSound
Polar Pattern
Cardioid
Recommended Load Impedance
> 1 kohms
Frequency Range
50Hz–16kHz
Sensitivity
–58dB (1.3mV) ref 1V at 1 Pa, 1kHz
1 detailsPickups & controls
Adjustable Controls
Low-cut filter (200Hz): off, on
1 detailsBody & build
Color
Black
2 detailsConnections & power
Output Impedance
200 ohms
Connector
3-pin XLRM
2 detailsSize & weight
Weight
1.6
Dimensions
7.68 inch length, 2.36 inch diameter
1 detailsIn the box
Included Accessory
5/8 inch to 3/8 inch thread adapter
2 detailsOther
Articulation Boost
(3–5kHz): off, on
Microphone Type
Dynamic

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