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S17E capsule
This hand-machined, gold-sputtered 1.33-inch capsule is described as adding air, presence, and top-end extension to the 017 Series sound.

Independent shopping perspective
A handcrafted cardioid tube condenser that pairs the 017 Series’ dense midrange and powerful low end with added air, presence, and top-end extension.


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What matters in use
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.

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This hand-machined, gold-sputtered 1.33-inch capsule is described as adding air, presence, and top-end extension to the 017 Series sound.
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The stated maximum sound-pressure-level handling is 140 dB SPL.
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The microphone uses a military-grade 6ZH1P vacuum tube and an in-house hand-wound transformer.
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The stated frequency response spans 20 Hz to 20 kHz.
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Product questions
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
It uses a cardioid polar pattern.
Yes. A dedicated external PSU is included.
It includes a custom shockmount, dedicated power supply, and handcrafted oak carrying case.
It uses a military-grade 6ZH1P vacuum tube.
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