sE Electronics V7 Dynamic Supercardioid Vocal Microphone

The sE Electronics V7 is a wired dynamic handheld microphone designed for live vocals, speech, broadcasting, podcasting, and instrument recording. Its supercardioid pickup pattern focuses on the intended source while helping reduce pickup from surrounding stage sound. It connects through a standard 3-pin XLR output for use with compatible mixers, audio interfaces, preamps, and PA systems.

Built around the DMC7 dynamic capsule, the V7 uses an aluminum voice coil and neodymium magnet. Its specified 40 Hz to 19 kHz frequency range and 2.0 mV/Pa sensitivity support a detailed, open vocal presentation without requiring phantom power. The microphone can also be used on sources such as electric guitar cabinets and drums.

The supercardioid pattern is intended for close-miked use where isolation matters. This can be useful on louder stages, rehearsal rooms, houses of worship, and recording spaces where monitor speakers or nearby instruments may otherwise enter the microphone. As with other directional microphones, placement relative to PA speakers and monitors remains important for feedback control.

A patented integrated shockmount isolates the capsule from mechanical vibration to help reduce handling, footfall, and low-frequency rumble. The internal windscreen helps reduce wind noise and plosive sounds during close vocal use. The standard V7 includes a red internal windscreen plus a spare black internal windscreen.

The V7 is an appropriate upgrade for performers and creators who need a durable XLR vocal microphone with focused pickup and a practical handheld format. It can be used directly with an existing mixer or interface that provides a microphone input, or added to a PA and recording setup as a dedicated vocal or instrument microphone. Its included stand clip and thread adapter also make fixed-position use straightforward.

Key Features

• Dynamic DMC7 Capsule: Uses a dynamic capsule designed for vocals, speech, and selected instruments.
• Supercardioid Pickup: Helps focus on the sound source while reducing surrounding stage bleed.
• Aluminum Voice Coil: Supports the V7's specified open and detailed sound character.
• Integrated Shockmount: Helps reduce handling noise, vibration, and low-frequency rumble.
• Switchable Windscreen: Internal windscreen helps reduce plosives and unwanted wind noise.
• Gold-Plated XLR Output: Provides a standard 3-pin balanced microphone connection.

Design & Installation

The V7 uses an all-metal zinc-alloy chassis with a beveled spring-steel mesh grille. The beveled grille edge is designed to help keep the microphone from rolling when placed on a flat surface. Its 54 mm diameter, 184 mm length, and 305 g weight provide a substantial handheld format for stage and studio work.

Connect the V7's 3-pin male XLR output to a compatible microphone cable, then connect the cable to a mixer, microphone preamp, recording interface, or PA input. Point the microphone toward the voice or instrument and keep PA speakers positioned behind the microphone to reduce feedback risk. For stand use, install the included microphone clip and thread adapter on a compatible mic stand.