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SE Electronics SE RN17-PAIR Matched Pair of Rupert Neve RN17 Small Diaphragm Condenser Microphones (Open Box)

THE RN17 REDEFINES THE CAPABILITIES OF SMALL-DIAPHRAGM CONDENSERS

The second product of the sE / Rupert Neve collaboration, work on the RN17 began with a discussion between Rupert and Siwei Zou on the merits and problems of small-diaphragm condensers.

RN17 FACTORY-MATCHED STEREO PAIR

When purchased as a pair, the transformers and cardioid capsules are factory-matched for perfect tolerance, guaranteeing the best possible stereo image.

WHAT COMES WITH THE MATCHED PAIR?

This configuration also includes a precision stereo mounting bar, two shock mounts, a wooden presentation case, and empty canisters for future capsule additions. The whole setup comes packaged inside a secure flight case.

RECOMMENDED USE

• Acoustic guitar, choir, orchestral + strings, piano, woodwinds, drums, percussion, cymbals / OH

HIGHLIGHTS

• The world's smallest production gold-sputtered diaphragm (15mm)
• Adept at picking up the most delicate of high-frequency content
• Full-scale transformer custom-designed by Rupert Neve
• Astonishing clarity across ALL frequencies - not just the highs
• Balance and headroom never before achieved with a small-capsule microphone
• Compatible with sE's RN17 omnidirectional capsule

SPECIFICATIONS Components

• Capsule: Hand-crafted 2/3" True Condenser

Power

• Electrical impedance: 200 Ohms
• Connectivity: 3-pin male XLR connector
• Powering: 48V Phantom Power (P48 according to IEC 61938)\

Sound

• Polar patterns: Cardioid (Omnidirectional capsule available separately)
• Frequency range: 20 Hz - 20 kHz
• Sensitivity: 6 mV / Pa (-44.5 dBV)
• Sensitivity (Figure-8): 2.5 mV / Pa (-52 dBV)
• Max SPL: 131 dB (0.5% THD @ 1kHz)
• Equivalent noise level: 18 dB (Cardioid), 15 dB (Omni)
• Signal to noise ratio: 76 dB

Dimensions

• Mic length: 200 mm (7.87 in.)
• Diaphragm: 17.2 mm gold / mylar

What's in the box

• RN17 microphone
• Custom shock-mount
• Wooden box
• Metal case
• Thread adapter
• User manual