SE Electronics 2200a II C Cardioid Condenser Microphone

The sE Electronics 2200a II C is a large-diaphragm cardioid condenser microphone that has earned a reputation as a dependable studio workhorse across multiple generations of recording engineers. At its core sits a hand-crafted 1-inch true condenser capsule, individually tuned at sE's own factory to ensure consistent tonal response. The traditional Class-A circuitry delivers low-noise performance across a wide range of sources, while the custom-built output transformer and heavily shielded all-metal housing provide rejection of electromagnetic interference in electrically noisy environments. The 2200a II C features switchable bass-cut filters at 80 Hz and 160 Hz to control proximity effect and low-frequency rumble, plus selectable attenuation pads at -10 dB and -20 dB for high sound pressure level sources. The cardioid polar pattern provides focused front-facing pickup with rear rejection, making it effective for isolating individual sources in multi-microphone setups. Applications span vocals, drum overheads, room ambience, acoustic and electric guitar cabinets, orchestral strings, piano, woodwinds, and brass. Features  Hand-crafted 1-inch true condenser capsule individually tuned in-house Cardioid polar pattern for focused pickup and rear rejection Traditional Class-A electronics with low-noise signal path throughout Custom-built output transformer for balanced signal delivery and clarity Massively shielded all-metal housing protects against electromagnetic interference and RF Switchable bass-cut filters at 80 Hz and 160 Hz frequencies Selectable attenuation pads at -10 dB and -20 dB levels Recommended for vocals, drums, acoustic instruments, orchestral recording, and brass