Austrian Audio OC818 Black Studio Set
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OC818 Black Studio Set
Product Info
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The OC818 Black is a seriously impressive mic, especially if you’re into vocal tracking, acoustic instruments, or anything needing a detailed, airy top-end. The PolarDesigner software is a game-changer for creative recording situations; it's a premium-priced tool that delivers professional results and a unique sonic palette.
Product Description
- Austrian Audio OC818 Black Studio Set
- Large-diaphragm condenser microphone
- Switchable polar pattern: omnidirectional
- cardioid
- supercardioid
- figure-8
- Freely configurable polar pattern via PolarDesigner plug-in for Win & Mac
- Real-time access to polar pattern via OCR8 Bluetooth dongle (art. #467336#
- not included) and PolarPilot app for Android & iOS
- Handmade CKR12 ceramic capsule based on the CK12 capsule
- Frequency range: 20 - 20
- 000 Hz
- Sensitivity: 13 mV/Pa
- Output impedance: 2x 275 Ohm (balanced)
- Input impedance: 1 kOhm
- Max. SPL (sound pressure level): 148 dB / 158 dB (with pad)
- Inherent noise: <10 dB SPL
- Signal-to-noise ratio: >84 dB
- Requires 48 V phantom power
- Low cut filters: 40 Hz
- 80 Hz & 160 Hz
- Pad: -10 dB & -20 dB
- Dimensions: 157 x 63 x 35 mm
- Weight: 0.36 kg
- Incl. elastic suspension
- microphone clamp
- windscreen
- mini-XLR adapter and case
- • Handmade CKR12 capsule delivers a remarkably natural, detailed sound.
- • PolarDesigner software offers unprecedented pattern customization flexibility.
- • Excellent signal-to-noise ratio minimizes unwanted background noise.
- • Robust construction with quality materials ensures long-term reliability.
- • OCR8 Bluetooth dongle is an optional extra, increasing overall cost.
- • The microphone's sensitivity might require careful gain staging in louder environments.
- • While versatile, its character leans toward brighter sources.
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