The sE8 Omni Family Expands with New Single Microphone and Capsule Options

The sE8 Omni family is growing.

Following the success of the factory-matched sE8 Omni microphone pair and matched capsule pair, we’re expanding the lineup with two new options: the sE8 Omni single microphone and the sE8 Omni single capsule. Whether you’re adding to an existing stereo setup, replacing a microphone, or simply need one omnidirectional microphone for a specific application, it’s now easier to build the system that fits your workflow.

These new configurations give engineers and creators more ways to build their ideal sE8 setup while retaining the same capsule design and sound found throughout the existing sE8 Omni lineup.

More Configurations. Same sE8 Omni.

Every sE8 Omni uses the same true condenser design and precision-engineered omnidirectional capsule found in the existing matched pair. The result is a natural, transparent sound with fast transient response, ultra-low self-noise, and one of the highest SPL ratings in its class.

Its nearly perfect spherical polar pattern captures sound consistently from every direction with no proximity effect, making it well-suited for applications where a natural sense of space is important.

Common applications include:

• Room and ambient microphones
• Orchestras and chamber ensembles
• Choirs
• Solo acoustic instruments
• Percussion
• Vocals
• Live recording and broadcast

Rather than emphasizing a particular source, the sE8 Omni captures both the source and the surrounding acoustic environment, making it well suited for room microphones, orchestral recording, and ensemble applications.

More Ways to Build Your sE8 Setup

With the addition of the new single microphone and capsule, the sE8 family now offers greater flexibility while maintaining the same sonic character across every configuration.

Available configurations now include:

• Single microphones
• Factory-matched stereo microphone pairs
• Individual capsules
• Factory-matched capsule pairs

Combined with the existing cardioid models, the expanded sE8 family makes it easy to choose the pickup pattern and microphone setup that best suits each recording or live sound application.

Whether you’re building a stereo pair over time, replacing a single capsule, or adding an omnidirectional option alongside your cardioid sE8 microphones, every model is designed around the same platform for a familiar sound and consistent results.

Cardioid or Omnidirectional? Choose the Right Tool

Different recording techniques call for different polar patterns.

The Cardioid sE8 remains a versatile choice for acoustic instruments, drum overheads, piano, vocals, and situations where greater isolation is needed.

The sE8 Omni offers an open, natural sound with no proximity effect, making it an excellent choice for room microphones, orchestras, choirs, ensembles, and other applications where accurate off-axis response is just as important as the direct sound.

Together, the sE8 family offers cardioid and omnidirectional options across single microphones, stereo pairs, individual capsules, and matched capsule pairs. Whether you’re adding to an existing collection or starting with your first sE8, every model is designed to deliver a consistent sonic character across the entire range.