OC818
$ 1,249.00
£ 999.00
€ 999,00
AN INSTANT CLASSIC
Large-diaphragm Condenser Mic with Multiple Polar Patterns and Dual Output
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OC818
$ 1,249.00
£ 999.00
€ 999,00
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Transform Ideas into Masterpieces.
The Austrian Audio OC818 multi-pattern condenser microphone combines classic design with modern innovation to go where no mic has gone before.
Our handmade CKR12 ceramic capsule reimagines the celebrated CK12 capsule to deliver exceptional detail and nuance while also handling extremely high SPL.
Each OC818 is manufactured and tested to the highest specifications at our Vienna facility, ensuring premium build quality and performance you can trust. OC818 is the most versatile condenser microphone ever made, and is destined to chart a legacy of its own.
Made in Vienna. Again.
Revolutionising your workflow
The OC818 mic system features the world’s 1st wireless control of an analog pro microphone. Unlock additional features when adding the optional OCR8 wireless transmitter/receiver to your OC818. Once paired with your mobile device, you can control polar patterns, pads and high pass-filters from the comfort of your control room in real time via the PolarPilot smartphone app.
Discover your sonic potential
Take your creativity to new heights with the Austrian Audio OC818 microphone and its innovative software suite. While PolarDesigner lets you morph polar patterns in post-production, StereoCreator unlocks a world of stereo recording techniques after you recorded. And the AmbiCreator empowers you to craft immersive Ambisonic soundscapes. Experience unparalleled flexibility and sound sculpting power – revolutionize your workflow with Austrian Audio.
What Friends Are Saying
Since swapping out my overheads for the OC818s, my mixes have never had such a defined top end.
The OC818 can be used to change the directivity of the same take multiple times using the PolarDesigner plug-in.
The mics manufactured by Austrian Audio give us endless opportunities for any musical situation.
Chris Lanterns
Masahiro Shinbo
Emre Ramazanoglu
Simon Todkill
Hertz Recording Studio
Leo Kim
Klangphonics
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Technical Specifications
- Directional characteristic (Multi) Cardioid, Omnidirectional, Figure-8, Hypercardioid & preset/custom programmable
- Frequency range 20 Hz – 20 kHz
- Sensitivity (all directions) 13 mV/Pa
- Equivalent noise level 9 dB SPL (A)
- Max. SPL 148 dB SPL (158 dB SPL)
- Analog low cut filter 40 Hz (2nd Order), 80 Hz (2nd Order), 160 Hz (1st Order down to 80Hz, 2nd Order below)
- Switchable pad -10 dB, -20dB
- Impedance: 275 Ω (symmetrical)
- Load impedance > 1 kΩ
- Supply voltage 48 V (< 4mA, typical 2.1mA)
- Main connector XLR 3 pin
- Second connector: Mini XLR 5 pin connector for back membrane
- Dimensions 157 x 63 x 36 mm
- Weight 360g
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