OC16
$ 399.00 £ 340.00 € 349,00

CLASSIC STUDIO PERFORMANCE FOR ALL

Large-Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Microphone

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OC16
$ 399.00 £ 340.00 € 349,00

Reviews

Mixonline June 2023
The OC16 is exceptionally priced and a suitable “starter mic” for those wanting an OC818 (or 18).
Nethervoice
For $399 you get a designed-in-Austria large-diaphragm condenser microphone that will easily go head to head with more expensive mics. In terms of value for money, I think very few mics can match the OC16.
Bonedo.de
Das Austrian Audio OC16 ist eine stimmige Budgetversion des OC18. Klanglich und technisch fast auf Augenhöhe, kann man für ein paar kleinere Kompromisse viel Geld sparen.
Sound on Sound
All in all, this is a hugely impressive product. Yes, you can buy even more affordable large‑diaphragm capacitor mics — but how many of them have a European‑made capsule, let alone one with this heritage or quality level?
Recording Magazine
The Austrian Audio OC16 offers a fantastic entry point into the clear and natural classic workhorse family of studio mics.

Best-In-Class Cardioid Condenser Mic

Legendary sound quality meets unrivaled state-of-the-art technology when you pick up the Austrian Audio OC16 large diaphragm condenser microphone.

This robust and powerful mic combines the patented CKR6 capsule and Austrian Audio’s “Open Acoustics” design approach to deliver an utterly transparent and natural sound that has been highly acclaimed in the press.

The OC16 is perfect for studios of any size—whether you’re tracking in a bedroom studio or topping the Billboard charts.

Designed and engineered in Vienna / Austria. Each handmade CKR6 capsule is tested and measured in-house before leaving the factory in Vienna, ensuring superior precision and quality.

Never compromise on sound

Each handmade CKR6 capsule is tested and measured in-house before leaving the factory in Vienna, ensuring superior precision and quality.

The OC16 performs with impressive versatility, capturing pristine sound on any instrument – from drums to acoustic instruments, electric guitars, pianos, wind and string instruments vocals, podcast recordings, live streaming to broadcast applications.

For sound engineers, recording artists, musicians, voice artists, and content creators looking for professional sound and outstanding quality, look no further than the Austrian Audio OC16 large diaphragm condenser microphone.

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Technical Specifications

  • Directional characteristic Cardioid
  • Frequency range 20Hz - 20kHz
  • Sensitivity 11 mV/Pa
  • Equivalent noise level 14 dB SPL (A)
  • Max. SPL 148 dB SPL
  • Analog low cut filter 40 Hz, 160 Hz
  • Impedance 275 Ω
  • Load impedance > 1 kΩ
  • Supply voltage 48 V (<2.2mA)
  • Main connector XLR 3 pin
  • Dimensions 157 x 66 x 34 mm
  • Weight 335g

Charts

Frequency Chart

OC16 - Frequency Chart

Polar Plot

OC16 - Polar Plot