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[QUOTE="Queen, post: 89122, member: 27"]
This mic just made boom operators’ lives way less stressful on set.

Lightweight professional shotgun design
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[*]Lectrosonics S1 targets film, TV, sports, and news.
[*]Compact 215mm length and 19mm diameter suits booms.
[*]Body keeps polar pattern steady with minimal color shift.
[*]Fits easily into shockmounts and other mounting gear.
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Audio performance specs
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[*]True condenser capsule with RF biasing handles humidity.
[*]Slight high-frequency lift keeps dialogue crisp and clear.
[*]Self-noise sits at a whisper-quiet 10dBA.
[*]Handles SPLs up to 130dB without distortion.
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Power efficiency
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[*]S1 draws less than 2mA from phantom power.
[*]Compatible with standard 48V setups for mobile rigs.
[*]Low-power design keeps battery rigs running longer.
[*]Lightweight build avoids extra strain on booms or mounts.
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Polar pattern and signal clarity
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[*]Supercardioid design rejects off-axis noise consistently.
[*]Circuitry ensures high SNR above 80dB.
[*]Sensitivity hits -34 dBV, low mode -54 dBV.
[*]Flat response across 20Hz–20kHz captures the full spectrum.
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Pricing and release
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[*]S1 is expected in the second half of 2026.
[*]Price tag lands at $1639 for professional users.
[*]Designed through Freedman Group's collaboration with Rode.
[*]Gear combines capsule tech with pro user insights.
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