Universal Audio SD-1 Standard Dynamic

Universal Audio SD-1 is a reference dynamic microphone, suitable for both studio and live use. The microphone features a cardioid polar pattern, selectable low cut, and enhanced articulation boost setting. The product includes the Hemisphere software for microphone modeling.

Technical specifications:

• Type: Dynamic
• Polar Pattern: Cardioid
• Frequency Response: 50Hz-16kHz
• Output Impedance: 200 Ohm
• Sensitivity: -58dB (1.3mV)
• Low Cut Filter: 200Hz
• Functions: 3-5kHz Articulation Boost Switch, detachable windscreen
• Colour: White
• Connection: XLR
• Dimensions: 195 x 60 mm (LxD)
• Weight: 735g
• Includes 5/8 to 3/8 adapter thread

Essential features:

• Cardioid polar pattern that rejects sounds from outside the axis and background noise
• Flat frequency response 50 Hz - 16 kHz
• Ability to model voice or instruments through SD-1 Apollo Channel Strip presets
• Internal shockmount for reducing background noise
• XLR connection
• Built-in windscreen to reduce plosives
• Robust construction

Key benefits:

• Captures voice and instruments with a classic cardioid dynamic microphone
• Achieves the sound of the most iconic dynamic microphones with Hemisphere mic modeling software
• Records with a natural sound due to the microphone's flat and extended frequency range
• Gains clarity and presence with low-cut filter and articulation boost switches

Clear vocal recordings, wherever you are

SD-1 delivers studio-quality sound, regardless of the environment in which you record. The microphone is designed to capture voice at close distances, with a simple cardioid design that rejects ambient noises.

Achieve the sound of classic microphones with Hemisphere software

The Hemisphere plug-in for mic modeling uses the same cutting-edge technology found in UA Sphere modeling microphones and allows you to achieve the sound of the most famous dynamic microphones from RCA, Sony, Sennheiser, and many others - in real-time through Apollo or natively in your DAW. The sound of the recordings can be adjusted using filter settings, proximity effect, and axis, even after tracking.

Tweak your sound with quick settings

The switchable low cut filter of the Universal Audio SD-1 microphone can be activated to reduce mechanical noise. Additionally, the microphone includes the enhanced articulation boost setting that highlights voices and instruments, achieving a more present sound.

Make quality recordings

The Universal Audio SD-1 dynamic microphone features an internal shockmount and built-in windscreen, providing clearer recordings with less mechanical or breath noise.