The X1R is a passive figure-8 ribbon microphone that brings traditional ribbon character into a road-ready, all-metal body derived from the X1 condenser chassis. A hand-crafted 2.5-micron aluminum ribbon element sits between neodymium magnets and handles SPLs up to 135 dB, making it usable on guitar cabinets, drum overheads, brass, strings, and broadcast voice-over where a smoother top end is desired.

sE borrows high-frequency extension technology from the VR ribbon line to give the X1R a gentle lift before rolling off around 16 kHz, adding air and definition without the harshness some condensers impart on loud sources. The mic is phantom-protected but does not require 48V power.

Specifications

  • Transducer: Hand-crafted 2.5-micron aluminum ribbon
  • Polar pattern: Figure-8
  • Frequency range: 20 Hz to 16 kHz
  • Sensitivity: 1.8 mV/Pa (-55 dBV)
  • Max SPL: 135 dB
  • Equivalent noise level: 23 dB
  • Signal-to-noise ratio: 71 dB
  • Impedance: 200 ohms
  • Electronics: Passive (phantom-protected)
  • Connectivity: 3-pin male XLR
  • Weight: 510 g (17.99 oz)

In the Box

  • X1R ribbon microphone
  • Swivel mic clip
  • Mic stand thread adapter

ConditionBrand New (New)
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Brand
Model
  • X1R Passive Ribbon Microphone
Categories
Electronics
  • Passive
  • Analog
Polar Pattern
  • Bidirectional
Wired/Wireless
  • Wired
Microphone Type
  • Ribbon

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