Collection: SE Electronics

About SE Electronics

SE Electronics, based in Shanghai with design roots in the UK, has built a reputation for delivering studio-grade microphones at prices that make sense for working engineers and home producers. Founded in 2000, the company manufactures its own capsules and hand-builds many of its mics in-house, a rarity at this price point. Their Reflexion Filter changed how bedroom studios approach vocal recording, and their large-diaphragm condensers like the sE2200 and Gemini series compete with mics costing twice as much. SE's approach is straightforward: solid engineering, no marketing fluff, and gear that holds up in daily use.

Large-Diaphragm Condensers

SE's large-diaphragm condensers are where the brand made its name. The sE2200 offers a clear, detailed sound with a slight presence boost that works well on vocals and acoustic instruments without needing heavy EQ. The Gemini series takes it further with dual-capsule designs and multiple polar patterns, giving you flexibility for stereo recording or mid-side techniques. These mics use hand-terminated capsules and transformerless circuitry, which keeps the signal path clean. You'll find them in project studios and professional rooms across Canada, often as the go-to vocal mic when a U87 isn't in the budget.

Ribbon Microphones

SE's ribbon mics, particularly the VR1 and VR2, bring warmth and natural high-frequency roll-off to sources that need taming. Guitar cabs, brass, and room mics benefit from the smooth top end and figure-8 pattern. The Voodoo series uses custom transformers and ribbon materials designed to handle higher SPLs than vintage ribbons, so you can use them on louder sources without worry. These aren't fragile studio relics. They're built for regular session work and ship with protective cases that actually protect.

Isolation and Acoustic Treatment

The Reflexion Filter remains SE's most recognized product. It's a portable vocal booth alternative that reduces room reflections behind the mic, tightening up vocal and voiceover recordings in untreated spaces. The design uses multiple layers of diffusion and absorption materials curved around a metal frame. It's not a replacement for proper acoustic treatment, but it solves a real problem for home studios and mobile recording setups. SE also offers the Space and Titan versions with different coverage patterns and mounting options.

Shop SE Electronics at Blackout Audio

SE Electronics gives you professional microphone performance without the boutique price tag. Their large-diaphragm condensers and ribbon mics handle everything from vocal tracking to drum overheads with clarity and detail. Free shipping on orders over $199 across Canada. Browse the full SE Electronics lineup online and reach out to our team with any technical questions.