Universal Audio’s SC-1 Standard Condenser microphone ushers in yet another UA innovation. This large-diaphragm condenser comes packaged with Hemisphere, an exciting microphone modeling plug-in descended from Sphere. Hemisphere contains eight iconic large-diaphragm condenser models that make the SC-1 a cinch in any recording situation. When we tested Hemisphere at Sweetwater, we were astonished by the quality of these emulations. They truly go toe-to-toe with the real thing. What’s more, Hemisphere allows you to virtually control the mic’s proximity, axis, and filter — even after tracking. And if that’s not enough, the mic’s ultra-linear circuitry, high SPL handling, and bulletproof build quality make it an excellent microphone in its own right. Choose the Universal Audio SC-1 Standard Condenser microphone and get many iconic mics for the price of one.
Included with your new SC-1 Standard Condenser microphone, Hemisphere takes the concept of UA’s Sphere software and applies it to cardioid mics. It spans models of eight iconic large-diaphragm condensers from the world’s most respected manufacturers. Whether you’re looking for the bright, uncompromising clarity of hip-hop’s most popular mic or the studio staple that sounds 87 times better than the rest, 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.
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.
While the SC-1’s included virtual mic locker sounds incredible, this mic sounds plenty great on its own! Universal Audio’s team of engineers and microphone experts pulled out all the stops to ensure this microphone delivers a classic, well-rounded sound. Just supply phantom power, and this mic is ready to record any source in high definition. It flaunts high SPL handling and an ultra-wide dynamic range, which enable you to record screaming guitar cabs, gentle piano lines, and whispers with equal success. With the SC-1, you get far more than outstanding mic models — you’re investing in a workhorse microphone for every occasion.
