SE Electronics SE RN17-PAIR Matched Pair of Rupert Neve RN17 Small Diaphragm Condenser Microphones (Open Box)

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SE Electronics SE RN17-PAIR Matched Pair of Rupert Neve RN17 Small Diaphragm Condenser Microphones (Open Box)



THE RN17 REDEFINES THE CAPABILITIES OF SMALL-DIAPHRAGM CONDENSERS


The second product of the sE / Rupert Neve collaboration, work on the RN17 began with a discussion between Rupert and Siwei Zou on the merits and problems of small-diaphragm condensers.


RN17 FACTORY-MATCHED STEREO PAIR


When purchased as a pair, the transformers and cardioid capsules are factory-matched for perfect tolerance, guaranteeing the best possible stereo image.


WHAT COMES WITH THE MATCHED PAIR?


This configuration also includes a precision stereo mounting bar, two shock mounts, a wooden presentation case, and empty canisters for future capsule additions. The whole setup comes packaged inside a secure flight case.


RECOMMENDED USE



  • Acoustic guitar, choir, orchestral + strings, piano, woodwinds, drums, percussion, cymbals / OH


HIGHLIGHTS



  • The world's smallest production gold-sputtered diaphragm (15mm)

  • Adept at picking up the most delicate of high-frequency content

  • Full-scale transformer custom-designed by Rupert Neve

  • Astonishing clarity across ALL frequencies - not just the highs

  • Balance and headroom never before achieved with a small-capsule microphone

  • Compatible with sE's RN17 omnidirectional capsule


SPECIFICATIONS


Components



  • Capsule: Hand-crafted 2/3" True Condenser


Power



  • Electrical impedance: 200 Ohms

  • Connectivity: 3-pin male XLR connector

  • Powering: 48V Phantom Power (P48 according to IEC 61938)\


Sound



  • Polar patterns: Cardioid (Omnidirectional capsule available separately)

  • Frequency range: 20 Hz - 20 kHz

  • Sensitivity: 6 mV / Pa (-44.5 dBV)

  • Sensitivity (Figure-8): 2.5 mV / Pa (-52 dBV)

  • Max SPL: 131 dB (0.5% THD @ 1kHz)

  • Equivalent noise level: 18 dB (Cardioid), 15 dB (Omni)

  • Signal to noise ratio: 76 dB


Dimensions



  • Mic length: 200 mm (7.87 in.)

  • Diaphragm: 17.2 mm gold / mylar


What's in the box



  • RN17 microphone

  • Custom shock-mount

  • Wooden box

  • Metal case

  • Thread adapter

  • User manual