sE Electronics RNT Rupert Neve Signature Series Multi-Pattern Condenser Tube Microphone

Description

Developed in close collaboration with pioneering designer Rupert Neve, the flagship sE Electronics RNT is a large-diaphragm, multi-pattern tube condenser microphone, which promises to bring the larger-than-life sounds of classic studio tube microphones into the modern age, capturing vocals and instruments with enhanced depth and sonic clarity.

The RNT microphone features a handcrafted, gold-sputtered, 1" true-condenser, dual-diaphragm capsule, individually tuned in the company's factory to deliver a natural sound. The first active stage includes a hand-selected, low-noise ECC82 tube housed within the microphone chassis and optimised for driving the mic's first custom-made Rupert Neve Designs output transformer. The microphone's all-metal construction provides efficient rejection of electrical interference and noise, and its high-quality finish offers protection against damage from normal use or ageing.

The floor box (power supply) houses a second, custom-made Rupert Neve Designs output transformer, built around the same custom op-amps used in Rupert Neve Designs' flagship 5088 recording console, and known for its pristine transparency and large headroom. The box features a nine-position polar pattern switch, which enables you to choose between omnidirectional, cardioid, figure-8, or positions in-between to optimise the pickup of the desired sound source while controlling ambient sound and minimising unwanted signal bleed.

The Microphone utilises fully discrete, Class-A electronics throughout both of its active stages. It offers three switchable stages of active gain with 24 dB of extended dynamic range, ideal for recording delicate ambiences or close-miking loud instruments and voices. Two switchable, active low-cut filters at 40 and 80 Hz help reduce unwanted rumble or compensate for proximity effect.

The RNT includes an 8-pin cable to connect the mic to the floor box, a custom shockmount, a wooden microphone box, and a flight case.

Key Features:

RNT Microphone

Handcrafted, Gold-Sputtered 1" True Condenser Capsule

• sE's flagship capsule with refined electrode design delivers a natural sound
• Handcrafted and individually tuned in the company's factory

Nine Selectable Polar Patterns

• Precisely-tuned dual-diaphragm capsule design with omnidirectional, cardioid, and figure-8 polar patterns, plus three steps between each
• Allows you to choose the perfect setting for every application
• Minimise unwanted signal bleed with ease

Hand-Selected ECC82 Tube & Custom Rupert Neve Designs Audio Transformer

• Each microphone-grade tube is carefully selected and pre-tested in house
• Produce vivid realism and depth in recordings
• Unique tube circuit design optimised for driving the mic's custom-built Rupert Neve Designs first output transformer

Handcrafted Metal Housing with Premium Finish

• All-metal construction built with highest attention to detail
• Efficient rejection of electrical interference and noise
• High-quality finish ensures a great look for many years

Floor Box (Power Supply)

Second Custom-Built Rupert Neve Designs Audio Transformer

• Transformer designed for sweet, musical performance and flawless isolation
• Provides the legendary sonic character of Rupert Neve's transformers

Custom-Made, Discrete Class-A Rupert Neve Designs Amplification

• Delivers the sonic character and performance expected from one of the world's most prized recording equipment
• Utilises the same operational amplifiers found in Rupert Neve Designs' flagship 5088 console
• Discrete op-amps ensure large headroom, ultra-wide bandwidth, and zero crossover distortion

Active Gain Stage with Three Switchable Levels

• Provides 24 dB of extended dynamic range for a wide range of applications (-12 / 0 / +12 dB)
• Discrete Rupert Neve Designs op-amp cards ensure pristine performance
• Suitable for every type of recording from capturing delicate ambience to close-miking loud instruments and voices

Two Switchable Active Low-Cut Filters

• Switchable 80 and 40 Hz low-cut filters
• Reduce unwanted rumble or foot-fall noise, or compensate for proximity effect