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Dynamic Microphone with Low-cut and Articulation Switches, Internal Shockmount, and Included Software - White
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Setting a New Standard for Podcast Microphones

Record stellar vocals, podcast episodes, and more with Universal Audio’s SD-1 Standard Dynamic Microphone. UA’s flagship dynamic microphone, the SD-1, boasts a flat frequency response and captures a rich, natural sound that’s dynamite on close-miked vocals and instruments. At Sweetwater, our team members have taken advantage of the SD-1’s cardioid polar pattern to participate in Zoom calls from home without any background noise bleeding through. This microphone also includes UA-designed Apollo Channel Strip Presets with settings for any source imaginable. Complete with its low-cut and articulation boost switches, the Universal Audio SD-1 Standard Dynamic Microphone makes it easier than ever to capture top-notch audio from any source.

Note: The Universal Audio SD-1 requires a Universal Audio Apollo audio interface to access Apollo Channel Strip Presets. Please call your Sweetwater Sales Engineer to make sure your interface is compatible.

Get polished results right away with Apollo Channel Strip Presets

The design team at Universal Audio didn’t just aim to emulate the world’s most popular podcasting microphone, they designed the SD-1 to firmly surpass it. How so? By including a selection of Apollo Channel Strip Presets with your purchase. Use the SD-1 with a compatible Universal Audio Apollo interface, and you get instant access to radio-ready EQ and compression settings for broadcasting, vocals, and guitar. If you’re ready to up the production value of your projects, pick up a Universal Audio SD-1 Standard Dynamic Microphone.

Explore Hemisphere’s virtual mic locker

Included with your new SD-1 microphone, Hemisphere takes the concept of UA’s Sphere software and applies it to cardioid mics. It spans models of five iconic dynamic mics from the world’s most respected manufacturers. Whether you’re looking for the industry-standard podcast sound or other unique sounds, Hemisphere has you covered — and then some. Better still, Hemisphere is compatible with every Universal Audio Standard Series microphone and includes modeled microphones optimized for the SC-1 large-diaphragm condenser, the SD-1 dynamic mic, and SP-1 pencil condenser.

Enjoy total control with Hemisphere

There’s more to like about Hemisphere than the larger-than-life microphone models. The plug-in also offers proximity, axis, and filter parameters. The proximity knob virtually increases or decreases the distance of your microphone from the source, so you don’t have to physically move the mic to achieve an optimal sound. Furthermore, the axis control virtually alters the axis at which the mic is placed — an industry first. This control helps tame harsh, unwanted frequencies on your guitar amps, snare drums, and much more. Most importantly, Hemisphere is so powerful that you can change the filter, proximity, and axis controls even after you’re done tracking. Using Hemisphere is the easiest way to get perfect recordings the first time.

Sculpt your sound at the source

The SD-1 comes with two passive switches mounted to the back of the microphone. The selectable low-cut switch cuts rumble below 200Hz out of the equation. Turn on the articulation boost switch, and you’ll be rewarded with a satisfying bump between 3–5kHz. Use them together or separately to achieve clear and present recordings like never before. The SD-1 offers the perfect sound for any source.

Universal Audio SD-1 Standard Dynamic Microphone Features:

  • Universal Audio’s flagship dialogue microphone
  • Classic dynamic design is ideal for close-miked vocals and instruments
  • Hemisphere plug-in gives you access to 8 classic microphone models
  • Track through legendary mic models in real time
  • Proximity, filter, and axis controls shape your sound —before or after tracking
  • Cardioid polar pattern focuses on your voice
  • Internal shockmount and built-in windscreen keep distracting noises to a minimum
  • Low-cut switch cuts rumble for greater clarity
  • Articulation boost switch enhances presence
  • Included Apollo Channel Strip presets help you sound your best with a single click
  • Sleek design looks great on camera

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Tech Specs

  • Microphone Type: Dynamic
  • Polar Pattern: Cardioid
  • Frequency Range: 50Hz-16kHz
  • Output Impedance: 200 ohms
  • Low Cut Filter: 200Hz
  • Features: 3-5kHz Articulation Boost Switch, Detachable Windscreen
  • Color: White
  • Connector: XLR
  • Dimensions: 7.68" x 2.36"
  • Weight: 1.6 lbs.
  • Included Accessories: Thread Adapter
  • Manufacturer Part Number: MIC-UASD-1

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Rated 5/5

Great Mic for vocals.

I've been using this microphone for about 6 months in place of my SM7B over my piano. It's a great vocal mic for the application because it's fairly directional and due to it's low sensitivity it doesn't pick up a lot of background noise such as the piano or rest of the band.
Rated 5/5

Good workhorse mic...

This is a sturdy, well built, dynamic mic. It sounds great on its own without the modeling features. It doesn't sound exactly like my SMB7 but it does the same job just as well. Given the awesome modeling capabilities, it certainly has more sonic options and will work in more situations. I've found it makes a great snare mic. If you are looking for a single mic to cover typical dynamic SMB7 or 57 applications, this mic is a great option.
Rated 5/5

Excellent quality mic for Podcasting!!!

Great sound quality, one among the best and I recommend it..
Music background: Podcasting..
Rated 4.5/5

A solid dynamic mic

The SD-1 sounds great right out of the box and does a decent job of off-axis rejection. Up close it has a solid proximity effect. With the included Hemisphere mic-modeling plugin. It can help the SD-1 sound a little more like other popular, more expensive dynamic mics. It adds some sonic versatility the mic.

But, if you're hoping to find a less expensive version of the Shure SM7B, the SD-1 is not it, though the Hemisphere software modeling helps. The filter switches on the SD-1 are nice, but only useful in specific applications. The included presets for Apollo users are only starting points, but they are not in and of themselves worth buying the mic for.

Overall, I like this mic and am making it my mainstay for vocal recording. It sounds great right out of the box and if you've an Apollo interface, sounds ever better with theirUAD plugins. It is a quiet mic, like others in this class, so a mic activator / preamp can help if your interface / mixer cannot provide enough wanted gain.

I've no regrets with this mic.
Rated 4.5/5

Great Mic Especially When Linked W/ An Apollo

Only thing I might suggest is that you should consider pair a cloudlifter with this mic or you will find yourself noticing your Gain volume levels nearing max peak..... But other than that it is a dope mic my opinion especially the many templates it comes with when . With my Apollo
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