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SD-1 Dynamic Microphone with Hemisphere Modeling

$374 MSRP

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SD-1 Dynamic Microphone with Hemisphere Modeling
SD-1 Dynamic Microphone with Hemisphere Modeling
SD-1 Dynamic Microphone with Hemisphere Modeling
SD-1 Dynamic Microphone with Hemisphere Modeling
SD-1 Dynamic Microphone with Hemisphere Modeling
SD-1 Dynamic Microphone with Hemisphere Modeling
SD-1 Dynamic Microphone with Hemisphere Modeling

SD-1 Dynamic Microphone with Hemisphere Modeling

4.6 (8)

Capture vocals with the world’s most inspiring dynamic modeling mic.  

  • Capture studio-quality vocals with UA’s flagship dynamic modeling microphone
  • Harness the authentic sound of the most popular microphones ever made with Hemisphere mic modeling technology
  • Get pristine recordings of vocals or instruments in any environment, from pro rooms to home studios
  • Craft your perfect sound with ease using selectable low-cut filters and enhanced articulation boost to make vocals and instruments stand out
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Details

  • Microphone Type: Dynamic
  • Polar Pattern: Cardioid
  • Frequency Range: 50 Hz – 16 kHz
  • Sensitivity: -58 dB (1.3 mV) ref 1V at 1 Pa, 1 kHz
  • Output Impedance: 200 Ohms
  • Recommended Load Impedance: Greater than 1 K Ohms
  • Adjustable Controls: Low Cut Filter (200 Hz): Off, On
    Articulation Boost (3 – 5 kHz): Off, On
  • Connector: 3-Pin XLRM
  • Included Accessory: ⅝" to ⅜" Thread Adapter
  • Dimensions: 7.68" (195 mm) length, 2.36" (60 mm) diameter
  • Weight: 1.6 lbs (735 g)

The World’s Most Inspiring Dynamic Vocal Mic

Get natural-sounding vocal and instrument recordings with SD-1, a classic dynamic mic with flat frequency response and onboard tone-shaping. With its cardioid polar pattern and best-in-class Hemisphere mic modeling, SD-1 gives you pro results no matter where you record.

Record Through Five Famous Sounds

SD-1 is powered by the same mic modeling technology found in our award-winning UA Sphere microphones. With the included Hemisphere Mic Collection software, it’s the only dynamic modeling mic that gives you the authentic sound of famous vocal and instrument mics from RCA, beyerdynamic, Sennheiser, and more.*

A Modeling Mic That Works for You

SD-1 and the included Hemisphere Mic Collection software work with or without UA hardware, and go way beyond subtle EQ curves to give you precise control over filter, proximity, and axis — an industry first. Just set up SD-1 and use the plug-in to find that “sweet spot” for vocals, or tame harsh frequencies on your instrument.

Get Natural Vocals in Any Environment

We fine-tuned the cardioid polar pattern on SD-1 to easily reject background noises like fans, refrigerators, or noisy bandmates. So whether your setup is in a bedroom, rehearsal space, or pro studio — your close-miked speech and vocals will naturally pop through the mix, no muss no fuss.

Tailor Your Tone

The filter switches on SD-1 let you easily reduce low-end rumble for cleaner recordings, or add some presence to any source. And if you own an Apollo audio interface, you can audition and record through different mic models in realtime, plus use custom channel strip presets to get album-ready sound right out of the box.

Deck Out a Desktop Studio

SD-1’s sleek design and rear-mounted XLR jack make clean cable runs a breeze. And its built-in shockmount and windscreen will make your music recording, podcasts, livestreams, or Zoom meetings sound automatically cleaner.

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4.6
Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars
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8 reviews
  • AH
    A. H.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1 month ago
    LA SPIKE LEE x SD-1 Microphone

    GREAT MIC PUNCHES WELL ABOVE ITS COST BRACKET AND MUST HAVE BUYING 4 MORE FOR THE STUDIO

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  • MK
    M. K.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    7 months ago
    This mic is good! For real.

    The SD-1 mic sounds really nice for a fraction of the Shure mic. I’ve had the Shure mic and loved it. This one sounds no different so you don’t have to worry about if you need to spend more and get the Shure mic. UA is literally saving people money for the same sound.

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  • EL
    E. L.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    8 months ago
    Great mic

    Been using it for a short period of time but so far so good, the build quality it’s really good, the packaging works perfectly as a case and the sound of the mic by itself it’s quite pleasing on different sources from guitar amps to vocals. The hemisphere plugin is a nice addition for a different vibe, obviously doesn’t sound exactly as the mics is trying to emulate but sound and works really good. Now my sm7b is in the locker…

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  • OV
    O. V.
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    10 months ago
    A good microphone for beginners.

    I used to have the SM7b, and when someone told me about this UA microphone, I bought it and now I sold the SM7b because this mic has so much to offer, good for vocals, snare and guitar amps. Love this mic.

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  • TS
    T. S.
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1 year ago
    Apollo will hiss but I think it’s Apollo

    Read the hiss comment from Jin I think you can use the different preamp models on twin to be less noisy I think the initial pre amp but with a volt it’s like a vocalist dream in a bad room good rejection not like the d facto mic I just brought look in to that mic and ribbon mics change my world make mic placement easier too

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Hemisphere Mic Collection is a UAD plug-in used in tandem with Standard Series microphones, giving users access to an entire collection of legendary microphones from Neumann, Shure, Sennheiser, AKG, and more.*

Your plug-ins come in 2 versions: Native (run on your computer) and UAD-2 (run on Apollo and Satellites). You can download and install the Native plug-ins from the UA Connect application after you register your microphone from the Mics tab. To access the UAD-2 plug-ins, download the UAD Software from the Apollo & UAD-2 tab in UA Connect and authenticate them via the UAD Meter app. To get started simply download UA Connect or read our help guide for more info.

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*Hemisphere Mic Collection plug-in available upon product registration. All trademarks are property of their respective owners and used only to represent the microphones and sound treatment modeled as part of the Hemisphere software.