Universal Audio SP-1 Pencil Microphone Pair w/ Hemisphere Mic Modeling

About: Universal Audio SP-1 Pencil Microphone Pair w/ Hemisphere Mic Modeling

Universal Audio’s SP-1 small-diaphragm condenser pair features a cardioid polar pattern, Hemisphere mic modeling, and included accessories.  With the SP-1 Standard Pencil Microphone Pair and Hemisphere mic modeling software, you can record acoustic instruments, drums and percussion, and live performances in stereo, with pristine fidelity for instant album-quality sound.

Features

• Capture stringed instruments, drums, and more with a matched condenser pair
• Get the sounds of iconic small-diaphragm condenser mics with Hemisphere mic modeling
• Harness smooth top-end for clear, professional stereo recordings in any environment
• Add retro, road-worthy small diaphragm condenser pack to your mic collection

The Perfect Pair for Stereo Recording

As a matched stereo pair, the SP-1 adds clarity, width, and dimension to your recordings. Whether it’s tight X/Y patterns or spaced pairs, combine them how you want and hear the detail in your instrument like never before.

Get the Sounds of Classic Small-Diaphragm Condensers with Hemisphere

Using the same award-winning tech as our UA Sphere modeling microphones, the free Hemisphere mic modeling plug-in gives you the authentic sound of iconic mics from AKG and Neumann — in real-time with Apollo or natively in your DAW.* You can also shape the sound of your recordings using filter, proximity effect, and axis controls — even after tracking.

Capture Your Best Sounds, Anywhere

The SP-1’s classic cardioid design, high SPL tolerance, and smooth, clear top-end deliver consistently clean capture of acoustic guitars, drum overheads, percussion, horns, and more — at any volume, in any environment.

More Than your Average Pencil Mics

We engineered the SP-1 pair to be your workhorse, everyday choice for stereo recording. With a retro finish and road-worthy build, these stylish condensers are a serious studio upgrade, with vintage elegance for days. 

Specifications

• Microphone Type - Small Diaphragm Condenser Pair
• Polar Pattern - Cardioid
• Frequency Range - 20 Hz – 20 kHz
• Sensitivity - -38.0 (12.6 mV) ref 1V at 1 Pa, 1 kHz
• Output Impedance - 200 Ohms
• Recommended Load Impedance - Greater than 2K Ohms
• Output Connector - 3-Pin XLRM
• Maximum SPL - 142 dB SPL, 1% THD
• Phantom Power Requirements - 48 VDC
• Dimensions
  • 5" (128 mm) length
  • 0.93" (23.5 mm) diameter
• Weight - 0.28 lbs (125 g)

What's included

• Two Mic Stand Mounts
• Stereo T-bar
• Two Foam Windscreens
• Two ⅝” to ⅜” Thread Adapters