Universal Audio SP-1

A UA Stereo Pair Designed for Consistency and Width

Positioned at the core of Universal Audio's microphone range, the SP-1 offers a small diaphragm solution dedicated to faithful and natural stereo recordings. Factory-matched to ensure nearly identical responses, they deliver precise imaging and a controlled sense of space, whether in tight X/Y or spaced configurations. Thanks to Apollo console presets, you quickly achieve a polished sound right from the recording stage.

Who Is It For and What Are the Uses?

The SP-1 is aimed at producers, sound engineers, and discerning creators seeking a reliable cardioid pair for recording acoustic instruments and dynamic sources. From drum overheads to stereo folk guitar, through percussion ensembles, piano, brass, or room ambiences, these microphones provide precise, musical, and consistent capture both in the studio and on stage.

Key Features and Modern Workflow

With the "Hemisphere" modeling plug-in, you benefit from UA technology to shape your recording during tracking with an Apollo interface or afterward in your DAW. Adjust proximity effect, microphone angle, and apply filters to tailor the tone to the instrument and context. This plug-in is available at the time of hardware recording.
The SP-1's cardioid polar pattern ensures good rear rejection to limit bleed and focus on the source, while the high SPL tolerance (142 dB SPL at 1% THD) allows close miking of powerful instruments without fear. Their metal chassis with a retro finish and included accessories simplify stereo setup and speed up deployment, from home studios to mobile shoots.

Technical specifications

Frequency response - start	20 Hz	Directivity	cardioid
Frequency response - end	20 kHz	Connection	XLR
Category	studio microphone	Color	White

Polar pattern	cardioid	Recommended load impedance	greater than 2 k ohms
Frequency response	20 Hz - 20 kHz	Phantom power required	48 V DC
Sensitivity	-38 dB (12.6 mV) ref 1 V/Pa at 1 kHz	Dimensions	128 x 23 mm
Maximum sound pressure level	142 dB SPL at 1% THD	Weight	125 g
Output impedance	200 ohms