Universal Audio SP-1 Standard Pencil Microphone (Pair)

With the SP-1 small-diaphragm condenser pair, you can record acoustic instruments, drums and percussion, and live performances in stereo, with pristine fidelity for instant album-quality sound.

Universal Audio SP-1 Features

• Capture stringed instruments, drums, and more with a matched condenser pair
• Harness smooth top-end for clear, professional stereo recordings in any environment
• Add retro, road-worthy small diaphragm condenser pack to your mic collection
• Get professional sound easily with included Apollo SP-1 presets

As a matched stereo pair, the SP-1 adds clarity, width, and dimension to your recordings. Whether it’s tight X/Y patterns or spaced pairs, combine them how you want and hear the detail in your instrument like never before

The SP-1’s classic cardioid design, high SPL tolerance, and smooth, clear top-end deliver consistently clean capture of acoustic guitars, drum overheads, percussion, horns, and more — at any volume, in any environment.

Universal Audio engineered the SP-1 pair to be your workhorse, everyday choice for stereo recording. With a retro finish and road-worthy build, these stylish condensers are a serious studio upgrade, with vintage elegance for days.

Apollo Interface Presets

Take the guesswork out of getting professional sounds with custom Apollo SP-1 presets. Get the perfect EQ settings for adding shimmer to cymbals, or bolster horns and stringed instrument recordings with rich stereo sound.

What’s Included

• Two mic stand mounts
• Stereo T-bar
• Two foam windscreens
• Two ?” to ? ” thread adapters

Universal Audio Technical Specifications

• Microphone Type: Small Diaphragm Condenser Pair
• Polar Pattern: Cardioid
• Frequency Range: 20 Hz – 20kHz
• 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
• Length: 5″ (128 mm)
• Diameter: 0.93″ (23.5 mm)
• Weight: 0.28 lbs (125 g)