Live Performance Super Cardioid Condenser Microphone
The RØDE S1 is designed specifically for 'no compromise' live vocal performance, but has also found a place in the studio where the performer wants to hold the recording mic.
The S1 utilises a true condenser transducer for studio quality sound reproduction. Its sophisticated high pass filter dramatically reduces undesirable low-frequency background and handling noise. The super cardioid pick-up pattern further limits background noise and virtually eliminates feedback.
The multi-stage mesh head filters breath, wind, and plosive noise without affecting sensitivity or frequency response. The hardened mesh head also protects the precision transducer from the rigors of live performance. The rugged ergonomic design of the S1 makes it extremely comfortable to hold and control during use.
The high level output of the S1 is electronically balanced to reduce loss over long cable runs.
Studio recording quality specification
Supercardioid polar pattern
Rugged all metal construction
Attractive satin nickel finish/Black model also available (S1-B)
Heat treated high strength mesh head
Custom designed internal plosives screen
Low handling noise
Power
P48 (48V) phantom supply
Acoustic Principle
Pressure gradient
Directional Pattern
Super Cardioid
Frequency range
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Output impedance
50Ω
Signal noise ratio
75 dB SPL (A - weighted per IEC651)
Equivalent noise
18 dB SPL (A - weighted per IEC651)
Maximum SPL
151dB SPL (@ 1kHz, 0.7% THD into 1KΩ load)
Maximum output voltage
+12.5dBu (@ 1kHz, 0.7% THD into 1KΩ load)
Sensitivity
-46 dB re 1 Volt/Pascal (5 mV @ 94 dB SPL) +/- 2 dB @ 1kHz
Weight
308gm
Dimensions
183mmH x 52mmW x 52mmD
Awards
Reviews
"...offers a real step-up in quality when compared to its dynamic counterparts... To sum up, I would say that if you want studio-mic sound quality on stage, the RØDE S1 is one of the better options available" - Sound on Sound, 2005
" A five-stage pop filter, an incredible 151 dB SPL, low THD and a supercardioid condenser element are reasons enough to make this mic a standard for any live event. This is a great handheld, condenser mic!" - proaudioreview.com
Testimonials
"The sound is excellent! The vocals really project in the mix. Presence is great, tone is great. The vocals are articulate, no muddiness and there seems to be no coloration of the sound. Summed up, this is an EXCELLENT live microphone! I would buy it again. Great job RØDE!" - Gary, Sweetwater customer review, 2005
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