Universal Audio’s SD-3 is a compact cardioid dynamic microphone for drum and instrument recording featuring Hemisphere mic modeling technology, high SPL tolerance, and included accessories.

 

 

Easily capture snare and tom drums, loud guitar cabinets, brass, and more with the SD-3 — a classic dynamic mic with high SPL handling, cardioid polar pattern, and best-in-class Hemisphere mic modeling giving you professional sound in any environment.

 Key Benefits

●      Achieve studio-quality instrument recordings with a UA-designed dynamic modeling microphone

●      Harness the authentic sound of the most popular microphones ever made with Hemisphere mic modeling technology

●      Get pristine results in any environment, from professional rooms and home studios to stages

●      Find your perfect sound easily using filter, proximity, and axis controls

 

The SD-3 is powered by the same mic modeling technology found in Universal Audio’s award-winning UA Sphere microphones. With the included Hemisphere Mic Collection, it’s the only dynamic modeling mic that gives you the authentic sound of famous dynamics from Shure, Sennheiser, and Audix.*

The SD-3 and the included Hemisphere Mic Collection plug-in work with or without UA hardware, and go far beyond subtle EQ curves to give you precise control over filter, proximity, and axis — an industry first. Just set up the SD-3 and use the plug-in to find that “sweet spot” for a guitar cabinet, or tame harsh frequencies on a snare or tom drum.

Universal Audio fine-tuned the cardioid polar pattern on the SD-3 for a wide range of environments. Whether it's your bedroom, project, or professional studio — or even the stage —  the SD-3’s ultra-high SPL tolerance and exceptional isolation give you iconic "sit-in-the-mix" sounds heard on countless hits. Plus, its compact size lets you zone in for perfect mic placement in tight spaces.

With all-metal construction, retro design and finish, and hand-selected capsules, the SD-3 stands apart from other "workhorse dynamics" — giving you a trusted partner, perfect for capturing nearly any source.

 

 

Introduced in 1965, the ubiquitous “57” is very likely the best-selling microphone of all time. It can be a particularly good option when blended with other mics, such as ribbons and large diaphragm condensers, to achieve a more balanced sound. The DN-57 is based on a recent production model.

 

A predecessor to the mighty 57, this model employed the Unidyne III capsule. It was used extensively on The Beach Boys Pet Sounds, including Brian Wilson's lead vocal, and countless other recordings of that era.** 

 

The DN-604 model is based on a current production European-made 604, which has become a standard on stages and studios around the world. This compact clip-on mic has a variety of uses, most notably snare and tom drums.

 

The 409 shines on many sources, but is particularly well-suited to electric guitar amps. It has a smooth top, and its low-end response below 100 Hz can help instruments and vocals sit nicely in the mix.

 

The DN-4 is based on a modern compact instrument mic that works great on toms, but is equally at home on guitar cabinets and snare drums. Universal Audio included a three-position filter to allow you to further shape the sound.