{"product_id":"se-electronics-vr1-ng-passive-ribbon-microphone","title":"sE Electronics VR1-NG Passive Ribbon Microphone","description":"\u003c!-- more --\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003cp\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"video-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/dNRvAgJL4pk?si=FkNnK2xImeekP215\u0026amp;status=ok\u0026amp;rel=0\" frameborder=\"0\" listtype=\"playlist\" allowfullscreen=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCapture Natural Detail with the sE Electronics VR1 Passive Ribbon Microphone\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe sE Electronics VR1 is a passive ribbon microphone designed to deliver a detailed, open, and natural sound across a wide range of recording applications. Its hand-crafted 2.5 µm aluminum ribbon is individually tensioned by specialized technicians in sE's capsule room, while the figure-8 polar pattern captures sound from the front and rear with the smooth character associated with ribbon microphones. Designed to retain bite and edge without muddy high frequencies, the VR1 is especially effective on electric guitar cabinets while also handling vocals, drums, room recording, acoustic instruments, brass, woodwinds, strings, and piano.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePassive ribbon microphone with detailed, open, and natural sound\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-crafted 2.5 µm aluminum ribbon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRibbon is hand-tensioned by specialized technicians\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFigure-8 polar pattern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned to capture guitar cabinets with bite and edge without muddy highs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull-frequency response using technology developed by sE founder Siwei Zou\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for vocals, drum kit, overheads, room recording, acoustic guitar, electric guitar cabinets, orchestral instruments, strings, piano, woodwinds, and brass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandles sound pressure levels up to 135 dB SPL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll-metal housing for professional durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGold-plated 3-pin XLR connector\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhantom-protected passive design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eHand-Crafted Ribbon Element\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe VR1 uses a hand-crafted 2.5 µm aluminum ribbon that is individually tensioned by highly specialized technicians in sE's capsule room. This carefully controlled construction contributes to the microphone's natural transient response and smooth tonal character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eNatural Figure-8 Response\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIts figure-8 polar pattern captures sound from the front and rear while rejecting sound from the sides. This makes the VR1 useful for a wide variety of studio techniques, including room capture, instrument recording, and applications where natural ambience is part of the desired sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eDesigned for Guitar Cabinets and More\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe VR1 is designed to bring out the bite and edge of electric guitar cabinets without adding muddy high-frequency character. Its broad frequency response also makes it a versatile choice for vocals, drums, acoustic instruments, strings, piano, woodwinds, brass, and orchestral recording.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eComponents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElectronics: Passive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransducer: Hand-Crafted 2.5 µm Aluminum Ribbon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnector: 3-Pin Male XLR\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePower\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePowering: Not Required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhantom Protection: Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSound\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePolar Pattern: Figure-8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency Range: 20 Hz - 18 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImpedance: 300 Ohms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSensitivity: 1.8 mV\/Pa (-55 dBV)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum SPL: 135 dB (0.5% THD @ 1 kHz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEquivalent Noise Level: 19 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSignal-to-Noise Ratio: 75 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions and Weight\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 33 mm \/ 1.30 Inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth: 20 mm \/ 0.79 Inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight: 127 mm \/ 5.00 Inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 230 g \/ 8.11 oz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVR1 Microphone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMicrophone Stand Clip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThread Adapter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoft Case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShock Mount\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\n\nManufacturer: sE Electronics\u003cbr\u003eModel: VR1-NG\u003cbr\u003eSKU: I945888-N-2-WHXB\u003cbr\u003eUPC: 819032012840\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWe are Chuck Levin's Washington Music Center\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSince 1958, Chuck Levin’s Washington Music Center has been the trusted destination for musicians and audio professionals across Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, D.C. Family-owned and operated, our legendary music store delivers Everything in Music®—from instruments and recording gear to pro audio, rentals, and repair services.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOur team of musicians and industry experts lives and breathes gear, helping you build the perfect setup for your next performance, studio session, or installation. As an authorized dealer for top brands, we also offer our award-winning CHUCKSCLUSIVE line—exclusive, limited-edition instruments and collaborations recognized with the NAMM Top 100 Dealer Innovation Award for redefining what a music retail experience can be.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChuck Levin’s isn’t just a store—it’s a community built by players, engineers, and creators who share a lifelong passion for sound. 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