sE Electronics sE8 Supercardioid Microphone Capsule

Give an existing sE8 microphone a more focused pickup pattern for sessions where separation matters as much as detail. The sE Electronics sE8 Supercardioid capsule is designed for compatible sE8 microphone preamp bodies, bringing the platform a tightly controlled supercardioid response with strong off-axis rejection. Its hand-crafted true-condenser design combines a thin gold-sputtered diaphragm with a precision electrode to capture fast transients and subtle nuances with a natural, transparent response. From drums and percussion to acoustic guitar, orchestral instruments and other solo sources, the capsule provides a practical way to adapt an existing sE8 setup for close-miking applications where surrounding bleed needs to be minimized.

Hand-Crafted Design Combines Focus and Detail

Each capsule is individually built and tuned at sE Electronics' factory, pairing its lightweight gold-sputtered diaphragm with a precision electrode engineered for linearity and accurate transient reproduction. The supercardioid pattern concentrates sensitivity toward the intended source while providing strong rejection of off-axis sound, helping create cleaner separation around drum kits, ensembles and other crowded setups. This focused pickup makes the capsule particularly useful for close-miking applications where isolating an individual instrument or source is important while retaining the detailed response of the sE8 platform.

Expand Your sE8 System With Supercardioid Pickup

The interchangeable design allows engineers to add supercardioid capability to a compatible sE8 setup without purchasing another complete microphone, making it easy to change pickup characteristics as recording requirements evolve. Measuring just 0.9" x 0.9" and weighing 1.1 oz, the sE8 Supercardioid capsule maintains the compact footprint needed for precise positioning around instruments and complex setups. The sE Electronics sE8 Supercardioid capsule includes the capsule, an sE logo sticker and user manual; a compatible sE8 preamp body is required for operation.