sE4400 T2 Mics User Manual
- June 3, 2024
- SE
Table of Contents
sE4400 T2 Mics
The sE4400
Pure and simple. No thrills. Just great sound. The sE4400 is a handcrafted vintage-meets-modern condenser microphone, featuring a brass capsule with twin 1“ gold-sputtered Mylar diaphragms. It has a smooth response, reminiscent of classic condenser mics of decades past. A true studio workhorse and delivers excellent results on any application from recording vocals, acoustic instruments, grand piano to drum overheads, brass instruments and electric guitar cabinets. The sE4400 and the T2 are also available as a factory-matched stereo pair and include a stereo mounting bar.
The T2
While the sE4400 incorporates gold-sputtered diaphragms, the T2 uses Titanium.
Why? Because it is better. Titanium is 33% stiffer and more than 300% lighter
than Gold. This results in impressive transient response perfect for capturing
sources that thrive on attack: drums, cymbals, hand percussion, upright bass,
etc.
What’s in the box
Your packaging should contain the follow items. If anything is missing, please
contact your sE Electronics dealer and let them know.
sE4400 / T2
- Microphone
- Shock-mount with thread adapter
sE4400 / T2 Matched Pair
- Two microphones
- Two shock-mounts with thread adapters
- Stereo mounting bar
Controls
These microphones have four switches, allowing a tailored response to the source.
Attenuation Pad
The attenuation switch, on the far left of the microphone, allows you to
reduce the microphone’s signal by 10 or 20 decibels, which can be very helpful
on loud sources, preventing overload on your audio interface. When this switch
is in its center position, the microphone output is unaffected.
Low-Cut Filter
The low-cut switch, second from the left, allows you to adjust the bass
response to your source. When engaged to the left, the microphone’s low
frequency response is rolled off at 40 Hz. When engaged to the right, the
microphone’s low frequency response is rolled off beginning at 80 Hz. In the
center position, the low frequency response is unaffected.
Polar Pattern
The two switches on the right side of the microphone control its polar
pattern. The right-center switch offers three settings. To the left, the
microphone is capturing an omnidirectional pattern. To the right, the
microphone is capturing a figure-8 pattern. In the center, you have two
options: cardioid or hype cardioid. The switch on the far right toggles
between those two polar patterns. Switch to the left for cardioid. Switch to
the right for hype cardioid.
Powering
The sE4400 and T2 condenser microphones both require 48V Phantom power to operate.
Risk of damage
Do not connect the microphone to any power supply other than a 48V Phantom
power source. Phantom power is often integrated into both mixers and audio
interfaces, and engaged via a switch on the unit’s panel. Verify that any
potential external power source is a direct substitute for integrated 48V
Phantom power.
Please be aware that Phantom power cannot pass through TRS connectors. A balanced microphone cable with XLR connectors at both sides is required to provide Phantom power to a microphone.
Safety and maintenance
Risk of damage
Please make sure that the piece of equipment to which your microphone will be
connected fulfils the safety regulations enforced in your country and is
fitted with a ground lead.
Cleaning the microphone
The microphone should only be cleaned with a soft cloth. Do not use any
cleaning agents or aggressive liquids.
Technical Specifications
| Capsule | Hand-crafted 1“ true condenser capsule |
|---|---|
| Polar patterns | Cardioid, Hype cardioid, Omni-directional, Figure-8 |
| Frequency range | 20 – 20,000 Hz |
| Sensitivity | 25 mV/Pa (-32 dBV) |
| Max. SPL (0.5% THD) | 137 / 147 / 157 dBSPL (0/10/20 dB Attenuation pad) |
| Equivalent noise level | 13 dB(A) |
| Dynamic range | 124 / 134 / 144 dB (0/10/20 dB Attenuation pad) |
| Signal-to-noise ratio | 81 dB |
| Low cut filter | 40 / 80 Hz, 6 dB/Oct, switchable |
| Attenuation pad | 10 / 20 dB, switchable |
| Powering | 48 Volts according to IEC 61938 |
| Electrical Impedance | 22 Ohms |
| Recommended load impedance | >1k Ohms |
| Current consumption | 3.7 mA |
| Connectivity | 3-pin male XLR connector |
| Dimensions | 58 x 29 x 146 mm ( 2.32 x 1.10 x 5.75 in.) |
| Weight | 290 g (10.23 oz.) |
Support
In the event that you experience any problems or have any questions regarding
your sE product, please contact your dealer first for the fastest and most
direct service. If authorized service is required, it will be arranged by that
dealer: http://www.seelectronics.com/dealers
If you are still having difficulties with support or assistance, please do not
hesitate to contact us directly: http://www.seelectronics.com/contact-us
Lastly, please remember to register your new gear with sE to extend your
warranty to a full three years: http://www.seelectronics.com/registration
Contact
Feel free to contact us:
sE Electronics International, Inc. 448 Ignacio Blvd, STE 411 Novato, CA 94949
USA
www.seelectronics.com
contact@seelectronics.com
Our international distributors & sales representatives:
http://www.seelectronics.com/contact-us
This product conforms to the standards listed in the Declaration of
Conformity. Please contact us if you want to order a free copy of the
Declaration of Conformity. Technical data subject to change without notice.
References
- Home Page - sE Electronics
- Contact - sE Electronics
- Retailer Archive - sE Electronics
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