Universal Audio SP-1 Standard Pencil Microphone (Pair)

Microphone Type	Small Diaphragm Condenser Pair
Polar Pattern	Cardioid
Frequency Range	20 Hz – 20 kHz
Sensitivity	-38.0 (12.6 mV) ref 1V at 1 Pa, 1 kHz
Output Impedance	200 Ohms
Recommended Load Impedance	Greater than 2K Ohms
Output Connector	3-Pin XLRM
Maximum SPL	142 dB SPL, 1% THD
Phantom Power Requirements	48 VDC
Included Accessories	Two Mic Stand Mounts Stereo T-bar Two Foam Windscreens Two ⅝” to ⅜” Thread Adapters
Dimensions	5″ (128 mm) length 0.93″ (23.5 mm) diameter
Weight	.28 lbs (125 g)

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With the SP-1 small-diaphragm condenser pair, you can record acoustic instruments, drums and percussion, and live performances in stereo, with pristine fidelity for instant album-quality sound.

Key Benefits

Capture stringed instruments, drums, and more with a matched condenser pair
Harness smooth top-end for clear, professional stereo recordings in any environment
Add retro, road-worthy small diaphragm condenser pack to your mic collection
Get professional sound easily with included Apollo SP-1 presets

The Perfect Pair for Stereo Recording
As a matched stereo pair, the SP-1 adds clarity, width, and dimension to your recordings. Whether it’s tight X/Y patterns or spaced pairs, combine them how you want and hear the detail in your instrument like never before.

Authentic Mic Modeling Made Simple

Using the same award-winning tech as our UA Sphere modeling microphones, the free Hemisphere mic modeling plug-in gives you the authentic sound of iconic mics from AKG and Neumann — in realtime with Apollo or natively in your DAW.* You can also shape the sound of your recordings using filter, proximity effect, and axis controls — even after tracking.

Capture Your Best Sounds, Anywhere

The SP-1’s classic cardioid design, high SPL tolerance, and smooth, clear top-end deliver consistently clean capture of acoustic guitars, drum overheads, percussion, horns, and more — at any volume, in any environment.

More Than your Average Pencil Mics

We engineered the SP-1 pair to be your workhorse, everyday choice for stereo recording. With a retro finish and road-worthy build, these stylish condensers are a serious studio upgrade, with vintage elegance for days.

Sound Like the Pros with Apollo Interface Presets

Take the guesswork out of getting professional sounds with custom Apollo SP-1 presets. Get the perfect EQ settings for adding shimmer to cymbals, or bolster horns and stringed instrument recordings with rich stereo sound.

The UA SP-1 Microphone Pair includes everything you need for instant pro sound, including: