SE Electronics Rupert Neve Matched Pair of RN17 Microphone Shock Mounts B57 and Custom Case

SE Electronics Rupert Neve Matched Pair of RN17 Microphone Shock Mounts B57 and Custom Case

Designed with Mr. Rupert Neve, the SE Electronics RN17 Microphone redefines the capabilities of a small-diaphragm condenser. This is the world's first pencil microphone with a large-scale, hand-wound, ultra-high-performance transformer. The second product of the SE and Rupert Neve collaboration, work on the RN17 began with a discussion between Rupert and Siwei Zou on the merits and problems of small-diaphragm condensers. The RN17 Stereo Pair is factory-matched for the best possible stereo imaging performance and comes complete with a flight case, two shock mounts, and a stereo mounting bar.
The Small Diaphragm
With a 15mm diaphragm (the world's smallest production gold-sputtered diaphragm), the transient response of the RN17 is unparalleled. Such a small capsule reacts extremely quickly and is therefore adept at picking up the most delicate of high-frequency content.
The Massive Transformer
Made obvious by the unusual chassis shape, the RN17's transformer is substantially larger than the norm. This full-scale transformer was custom-designed by Rupert Neve specifically for this microphone - and nobody has been designing audio transformers longer (or better) than Rupert Neve. With an audio transformer of this magnitude, the RN17 can put out astonishing clarity across ALL frequencies - not just the highs. The midrange is detailed and forward, the lows are full and accurate, and the whole microphone has a balance and headroom never before achieved with a small-capsule microphone.
Custom Shock Mount
Every RN17 includes a custom-designed, sturdy, protective, and easy-to-use shock mount, which is essential to reducing the unwanted effects of vibration or knocks to the supporting microphone stand.