sE Electronics RNT
Best premium tube microphone for discerning professional studio recording.
A high-end studio workhorse that blends classic tube warmth with modern precision. It offers exceptional versatility through its multi-pattern design and switchable gain, making it a reliable choice for capturing everything from intimate vocals to powerful orchestral arrangements.
$2499.00
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Soundonsound
Who it's for
- Professional recording artists and studio engineers seeking pristine audio capture
- Creative producers and engineers needing adaptable microphone options
- Discerning audio professionals valuing legendary design and build quality
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious musicians and emerging producers with limited funds
- Mobile recording engineers and minimalist home studio owners
- Field recordists and live sound engineers needing robust, portable gear
Performance breakdown
Vocal Presence
Captures intimate vocal textures with stunning, radio-ready clarity and depth.
Transient Response
Fast, accurate capture makes percussive instruments sound crisp and lively.
Build Quality
Rugged, premium construction designed to withstand years of heavy studio use.
Self-Noise Floor
Extremely quiet operation ensures pristine recordings even in delicate passages.
Versatility
Adapts effortlessly from delicate acoustic guitars to powerful, booming vocal takes.
Tube Warmth
Delivers that classic, rich harmonic saturation sought after by top engineers.
Key Specs
Capsule
1 inch True Condenser
Tube
12AU7 / ECC82
Polar Patterns
9
Frequency Response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Sensitivity
-36 dBV
Max SPL
151 dB
Impedance
30 Ohms
Weight
34.89 oz
Connectivity
3-pin Male XLR
Power Source
External Power Supply
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