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This table provides an overview of your statutory consumer rights, compared with our standard returns policy and optional extended money back guarantee and warranty.
| UK & Europe | EU Standard | Gear4music Standard | Gear4music Optional |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return Period | 14 days | 30 days | up to 180 days |
| Standard delivery charges refunded? | Yes | Yes | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Upgraded delivery charges refunded? | Standard costs only | Standard costs only | Standard costs only |
| Free collection on cancellation | No | No | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Free collection if defective, delivered damaged or incorrect item | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 30 days |
We are unable to accept returns of any custom made items designed to work together as a unique package and some items are only eligible for money back guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging. For full information on our returns policy, please refer to our returns and refunds information guide.
10-year warranty & 180-day money-back guarantee included
If you decide your order isn't suitable for any reason you can return it - just let us know within 30 days of receiving it. Please keep hold of all the original packaging until you're sure you want to keep the order.
Eligibility for Money Back Guarantee
Important: For hygiene and software licensing reasons, some items are only eligible for our Money Back Guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging with all software still "unregistered." Details of exclusions are shown within the product descriptions. Products include:
- Monitors and Headphones
- Earplugs and Ear Protection
- Reeds and mouthpieces for woodwind and brass instruments
- Mouth and Lip-Care Products
- CDs, DVDs and Software
We can collect your return for a small fee, or you can send it back to us yourself. The collection fee can be found in the returns information on each product's page on Gear4music.
In the unlikely event that any item in this order is faulty, damaged or incorrect on receipt, notify us within 14 days and we'll arrange a free collection.
When returning an order please ensure products are appropriately packaged and protected, to prevent them from getting damaged.
This table provides an overview of your statutory consumer rights, compared with our standard returns policy and optional extended money back guarantee and warranty.
| UK & Europe | EU Standard | Gear4music Standard | Gear4music Optional |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return Period | 14 days | 30 days | up to 180 days |
| Standard delivery charges refunded? | Yes | Yes | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Upgraded delivery charges refunded? | Standard costs only | Standard costs only | Standard costs only |
| Free collection on cancellation | No | No | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Free collection if defective, delivered damaged or incorrect item | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 30 days |
We are unable to accept returns of any custom made items designed to work together as a unique package and some items are only eligible for money back guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging. For full information on our returns policy, please refer to our returns and refunds information guide.
The product price includes 5 years' warranty and 30 day money back guarantee.
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For customers in outlying areas of the country, the price of the Extended Warranty may be marginally higher, due to the potential for higher collection and redelivery transport costs.
This enhanced warranty is in addition to the standard Gear4music and manufacturer warranty policies, and the Gear4music terms and conditions of trade. No statement or condition of sale contained within these terms affects or restricts your statutory rights as defined under the Consumer Contracts Regulation 2014.
Key Features
The Universal Audio SD-1 Standard Dynamic Microphone is a premium-quality cardioid microphone, suitable for both live and in the studio. Carrying the signature sound quality you've come to expect from Universal Audio, the SD-1 is no different. Excellent frequency response with a customisable high-pass filter and high-mid boost ensure you can capture any sound source with stunning accuracy and definition. Perfect for most instruments but particularly special when recording vocals or guitar, the SD-1 unlocks Universal Audio's Apollo Channel Strip Presets. Tailor-made for broadcasting vocalists, podcasters, singers and guitarists, these presets offer mix-ready sounds at the touch of a button to let you focus on your creativity in the studio.
Several clever design elements come together to create the ultimate modern dynamic microphone. Cardioid polar pattern makes this ideal for crowded studios or stages to effectively reduce off-axis noise, whilst the integrated windshield and shock mount reduce unwanted plosives and vibrational noise. A sleek and modern look is finished off with a rear-mounted XLR connector for simple cable management to help you create the look and sound you've been looking for.
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For a limited time only (until 31st December 2024) Universal Audio are giving customers who purchase this microphone 11 powerful plugins for free! The UAD Essentials Bundle includes a range of studio-grade effects and the PolyMAX Synthesizer virtual instrument plugin – worth £299 when purchased separately. The bundle includes the Teletronix LA-2A Leveler Collection, Pultec EQ Collection, Century Tube Channel Strip, Oxide Tape Recorder, Galaxy Tape Echo, Pure Plate Reverb and the PolyMAX Synth.
SD-1 has been designed for the modern producer, engineer, musician, podcaster, broadcaster and anyone else who requires high-quality vocal recordings with transparent sound. Engineered with UA's trademark craftsmanship and quality, the SD-1 is capable of recording anything from main vocals, drums, percussion, spoken word, acoustic and electric guitar, brass and much more. The dynamic capsule has been designed to offer a flat response from 50Hz - 16kHz, ensuring articulation and depth for a wide range of instruments. Combined with the high SPL rating, you'll be able to record virtually any sound source on virtually any stage or studio in the world, regardless of the volume level. High-SPL rating and headroom go hand-in-hand ensuring that you'll always have clean gain to record your sound source for professional-sounding recordings. Unlike other typical dynamic microphones, you won't need any additional gain before hitting your preamp, meaning you can keep your Cloudlifter at home and go to your show or recording session with less equipment!
Ideal for both stage and studio, the SD-1 features a cardioid polar pattern, boasting excellent off-axis rejection. When on stage, this cardioid pattern helps to effectively reduce the volume of nearby instruments outside of the microphone capsule to virtually null!
Built-in to the microphone are two switches to customise the sound of your SD-1. A low-cut filter allows you to attenuate frequencies below 200Hz with a gentle 6dB/octave slope. This is ideal for live use to reduce the volume of stage sound from instruments such as bass guitar or drums or for studio use where a tight low-end response is needed to blend seamlessly within the mix.
The second switch is an articulation boost that adds a subtle lift from 3-5kHz by 3dB. Adding this to your vocal or acoustic guitar performance lets it stand out from the mix with presence without sounding overbearing. Ideal for vocals, the 3-5kHz region is where vocals are most sensitive, allowing you to sit above a dense mix without the need for any volume adjustments.
What on the surface may seem like a conventional microphone, the SD-1 has some hidden tricks up its sleeve to make it more convenient to get studio-grade recordings. Covering the microphone capsule is SD-1's windscreen, perfectly made to measure to cover the microphone without being obtrusive to your recordings. This windscreen effectively reduces any harsh unwanted vocal discrepancies such as plosives (P & B sounds) as well as sibilance from 'S' sounds in your recordings for ultra-clean vocal performances. Singers from powerful pop vocals to driving rock vocals will feel comfortable singing directly into the microphone without the need for any external pop filters, allowing for more natural and clean performances.
Eliminating vibrational noises through any noisy fans or extraneous environmental noises is effectively performed by the internal shock mount. This is ideal for studios or stages with less than ideal acoustic properties where sympathetic vibrations from instruments, computer fans or other equipment cause rumbles through your microphone stand. Thankfully with the SD-1, you won't run into these problems and instead will enjoy a crystal clear recording with no unwanted artefacts.
Solving the problem that many stand-mounted microphones face, the SD-1 features a rear-mounted XLR connector. This allows you to position your microphone as close to your sound source as possible without the obtrusive cable blocking your passage to your instrument or vocalist.
Perfectly integrating with compatible Universal Audio hardware, the SD-1 can unlock a wide range of custom Apollo presets. These allow you to take the guesswork out of your processing by providing radio-ready EQ, compression and analog saturation settings. Designed specifically for vocalists, guitarists and spoken word, the Apollo Channel Strips make use of the premium emulations found within Universal Audio's plug-in collection, allowing you to focus entirely on the creative aspect of your session. Whether that's recording or arranging, you can take peace of mind knowing your recordings are up to professional standards.
