SE Electronics SE8 Omni Condenser Mic (Single)

The sE Electronics sE8 Omni is a small diaphragm true condenser microphone designed for engineers who need natural, unhyped detail and consistent room capture. Sharing the same refined capsule design as the acclaimed sE8 cardioid, this omni version delivers an open, transparent sound that excels on acoustic instruments, ensembles, overheads and any situation where you want to hear the source and the space as they really are.

With its hand-crafted capsule, ultra-low self-noise and huge dynamic range, the sE8 Omni is equally at home in high-end studios and demanding live or location recording. Switchable pads and low-cut filters make it easy to tailor the mic to the source, whether you are close-miking delicate strings or placing it above a thunderous drum kit. If you already own an sE8 cardioid, the interchangeable capsule design also gives you a flexible, modular toolkit for different recording scenarios.

Authentic, Transparent Omni Sound

The sE8 Omni uses a carefully engineered 1/2" true condenser capsule with a sophisticated backplate design to deliver an exceptionally honest sound. The omnidirectional polar pattern captures your source evenly from all directions, avoiding proximity effect and off-axis colouration. This makes it ideal for stereo arrays, room mics, choirs, orchestras and any application where a natural, three-dimensional image is essential.

Hand-Crafted Capsule for Consistent Quality

Each sE8 Omni capsule is hand-built and individually tuned in sE Electronics own factory. This meticulous approach ensures tight tolerances, consistent frequency response and reliable matching between microphones. For the user, that means predictable results session after session and the confidence to build multi-mic setups or stereo pairs that sit together beautifully in a mix.

Flexible Pads and Filters for Demanding Sources

Two switchable pre-attenuation pads (10 dB and 20 dB) allow the sE8 Omni to handle extremely high sound pressure levels, up to 161 dB, without distortion. Combined with the dual low-cut filters at 80 Hz and 160 Hz, you can easily tame rumble, handling noise or low-end build-up while preserving the clarity and detail you need. This flexibility makes the mic just as comfortable on close drum and percussion work as it is on subtle acoustic instruments.

Rugged Build and Reliable Connectivity

An all-metal housing protects the capsule and electronics, helping to shield against handling noise and interference. The gold-plated 3-pin XLR connector ensures a secure, corrosion-resistant connection to your preamp or interface, while standard 48 V phantom powering keeps integration simple with professional audio gear. The result is a robust, studio-ready tool designed to deliver clean, dependable performance in real-world conditions.

• True Condenser Omni Capsule - The 1/2" true condenser capsule with an omnidirectional polar pattern captures sound evenly from all directions, giving you a natural, open image that is perfect for room miking, ensembles and realistic stereo techniques.
• Hand-Crafted and Individually Tuned - Each capsule is built and tuned by hand in sE Electronics own facility, ensuring consistent performance and making it easier to achieve coherent stereo or multi-mic recordings.
• Dual Pads and Low-Cut Filters - Two switchable attenuation pads (10 dB and 20 dB) and low-cut filters at 80 Hz and 160 Hz let you adapt the mic to loud sources and challenging acoustics, reducing unwanted low-end while preserving clarity.
• Interchangeable with sE8 Cardioid Capsule - The sE8 Omni capsule is compatible with the sE8 cardioid body, giving existing users a cost-effective way to expand their mic locker and choose the ideal polar pattern for each recording situation.

Capsule

• Type: Hand-crafted 1/2" true condenser
• Polar Pattern: Omnidirectional

Sound Performance

• Frequency Range: 20 Hz - 20 kHz
• Sensitivity: 20 mV / Pa (−34 dBV)
• Max SPL: 141 / 151 / 161 dB (0 / 10 / 20 dB attenuation pad)
• Equivalent Noise Level: 15 dB
• Dynamic Range: 126 / 136 / 146 dB (0 / 10 / 20 dB attenuation pad)
• Signal to Noise Ratio: 79 dB
• Low-Cut Filter: 80 / 160 Hz, 6 dB / Oct, switchable
• Attenuation Pad: 10 / 20 dB, switchable

Electrical

• Electrical Impedance: 110 Ohms
• Recommended Load Impedance: >1 kOhms
• Connectivity: 3-pin male XLR connector
• Powering: 48 V phantom power (P48 according to IEC 61938)

Dimensions and Weight

• Mic Diameter: 23 mm (0.91 in.)
• Mic Length: 120 mm (4.72 in.)
• Mic Weight: 141 g (4.97 oz.)
• Capsule Length: 22 mm (0.87 in.)
• Capsule Weight: 26 g (0.92 oz.)

Included Accessories

• sE8 Omni microphone
• Mic clip (with thread adapter)
• Windscreen