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SP-1 Pencil Microphone Pair with Hemisphere Modeling

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SP-1 Pencil Microphone Pair with Hemisphere Modeling

Capture the details with impossible precision. 

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

SD-54

This classic small-diaphragm condenser features a thin nickel diaphragm, delivering clear mids and open top end. It is a go-to in pro studios and has been used to record such greats as Larry Carlton, Ry Cooder, Yo Yo Ma, Joe Pass, Kenny Burrel, and Eric Clapton.**

SD-56

A side-address condenser featuring a dual nickel diaphragm in cardioid mode, coupled with the legendary AC701 tube. Its silky top end and pillowy lows are useful on anything from guitars and grand piano to vocals.

SD-84

This modern cardioid condenser is prized for its detailed top end. It can be found in studios and stages around the globe, and has been used by artists such as Anderson Paak, Mac DeMarco, and Johnny Marr.** 

SD-86

With its back-to-back KM84 type capsules in cardioid mode, this prized condenser delivers crisp top end and mellow midrange — a sound which you can hear on the countless Motown classics it was used on.

SD-451

This modular end-address condenser mic has become an industry mainstay for its forward, bright tone. Its 75 Hz and 150 Hz low-cut filters make it useful for a wide range of sources, from pianos to snare drum bottoms and overheads.

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
  • Included Accessories: Two Mic Stand Mounts, Stereo T-bar, Two Foam Windscreens, Two ⅝" to ⅜" Thread Adapters
  • Dimensions: 5" (128 mm) length, 0.93" (23.5 mm) diameter
  • Weight: .28 lbs (125 g)

Capture the Details with Impossible Precision

Record instruments and live performances in stereo with pristine fidelity using our SP-1 pair, a classic small-diaphragm condenser set featuring Hemisphere mic modeling — giving you the sound of famous pencil microphones for stage or studio.

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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.