Universal Audio SD-3 Standard Dynamic w/ Hemisphere Mic Modeling

The Universal Audio SD-3 dynamic microphone brings pro-grade sound to your instrumental and percussion recordings. This compact and rugged mic combines UA’s acclaimed Hemisphere modeling technology with high SPL handling and an isolating cardioid pickup pattern, making it an incredibly versatile tool for capturing drums, amps, brass and more with outstanding realism. Mixing the best of both worlds, the UA SD-3 is a perfectly optimized analog transducer on its own, while simultaneously offering the impressive flexibility of digital manipulation in real time or post.

Emulate Iconic Microphones With Hemisphere Modeling

At the heart of the SD-3 is Universal Audio’s Hemisphere mic modeling. Drawing from the same tech as UA’s premium Sphere modeling mics, Hemisphere lets you digitally recreate the sound of legendary dynamic microphones from Shure, Audix and Sennheiser in real time. Simply load up the free plug-in, and you’ll have spot-on emulations of industry staples like the Shure SM57, Audix D4 and Sennheiser MD 409 at your fingertips. You can even tweak the tone further with Hemisphere’s filter, proximity and axis controls, dialing in the perfect character before or after tracking.

Uncompromising Fidelity for High-Volume Sources

While versatile enough for vocals and acoustic instruments, the SD-3’s forte is high-SPL sources like drums and guitar amps, utilizing a carefully engineered dynamic capsule to maintain exceptional clarity without distortion. Whether you’re capturing a blistering snare crack, massive kick thump or searing amp tone, the Universal Audio SD-3 delivers with detail and presence. Regardless of the source you match to this microphone, you can confidently capture the subtle complexity or brash assertiveness of horns, cymbals, toms, bass amps and more.