I like sE Electronics microphones very much. I think the signal is cleaner than from the AT2020 or MXL770 for instance. But it is my least liked sE. I love it on some instruments though. For voice over the sE X1 S is definitely better, as is the sE 2200 (in all incarnations). Keep making these videos!
All those mics sound sooo similar I had a hard time liking any of those in a blind test. I liked the Tannoy/Behringer only and barely gave an NT1 a pass.
Can you compare the Se X1A and the Se X1S please? I have the X1S, and it has a bigger capsule ( "hand crafted 1" true condenser capsule") and slightly different specs. Just wondering if there are significant differences in sound? Thanks.
sE X1 A Condenser sounds good but what about sE X1 S? btw you provide the most thorough microphone reviews anywhere. Really appreciate your dedication.
I prefer it without a shockmount because they're impractical, especially if you want to use the mic for more than vocals. Really, every condenser would benefit to have both types included, but if I had to choose one, I'd go with the mic clip every time.
I have an sE X1 A bought it because it was on sale. I don't really like it that much it sounds too harsh and sibilant for my voice even though I love high end focused mics a lot and boost my high ends on an eq quite a lot. I always loved Neat's Bee microphones and wanted to buy one but it was not available in my country. Also I hate x1 A's plastic grill around the capsule, it just feels like it's gonna snap or break even if I only press it lightly.
@test 4040 sounds phenomenal on high vocals aswel. But out of all 3 mics it’s the 4040 that would be most versatile and also giving you the highest quality.
I have to disagree with you, sorry. I really love this microphone. Sounds spectacular and bright. The hype seems to be genuine, as far as I can see and hear.
I was kind of confused about your comment because I thought “ I remember liking that microphone.” So I actually rewatched the review section. For whatever reason I did come off a bit more negative than my “grade” suggests. According to my new rating system, this would have an 8/10 “Very Strong Buy” rating. So I don’t feel like we are too far off.
Thank you! I was mostly second guessing myself because in my mind I liked the SE X1A, so I was curious if I was misremembering… also I recommended it to someone recently and was like “wait, did I mess up?” 🤣 Thanks for watching!
I am pretty sure the original X1, as well as the X1 T, X1 D, and X1 USB have been discontinued, but the X1 A (this review) and X1 S are not discontinued.
