Dynamic Microphone

Universal Audio SD-3, dynamic microphone comes with Hemisphere, the modeling plug-in. Ideal for recording toms, snare drums.

ARTICLE N° 93851
  • Universal Audio SD-3
  • Microphone type: Dynamic
  • Polar pattern: Cardioid
  • Sculpt your sound with filters, proximity effect and axis control, even after recording
  • Versatility: Perfect for snare drums, toms, guitars, brass, woodwinds and other instruments
  • Noise isolation for precise and punchy sound
  • Frequency range: 40 Hz – 15 kHz
  • Sensitivity: -58 dB
  • Output impedance: 250 Ohms
  • Connector: 3-pin male XLR
  • Included accessories: 15.8 mm to 9.5 mm adapter, stand, pouch
  • Dimensions: 91 mm length x 42 mm height
  • Weight: 214 g
The Universal Audio SD-3 dynamic microphone is compact and works in symbiosis with Hemisphere to access legendary dynamic microphone models (like Shure, Audix and Sennheiser).

Key features:
- Built-in Hemisphere microphone modeling: This technology emulates the sound of legendary dynamic microphones from Shure, Audix and Sennheiser, offering great flexibility and a wide range of tones.
- Professional sound: Cardioid polar pattern, high SPL handling and noise isolation for precise and punchy sound.
- Versatility: Perfect for snare drums, toms, guitars, brass, woodwinds and other instruments.
- Ease of use: Sculpt your sound with filters, proximity effect and axis control, even after recording.
- Rugged construction: Durable all-metal construction with a sleek design.

The SD-3 will naturally find its place in your park of microphones intended for recording drums and various percussions, with the SD-5 and the SD-7. The SD-3 is also available in a set of 3 units.
Capsule type
 Dynamic
Application
 Home / HiFi / Rec, Drum / percussions
Directivity
 Cardioid
Switch On/Off
 No
Power supply
 No power supply required
Microphone clip
 Yes
Color
 White
Connectors
 XLR male 3 pins
Frequency response, upper limit
 15 kHz
Frequency response, low limit
 40 Hz
Packaging
 Single unit
The Hemisphere plug-in is available when registering the material

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