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Austrian Audio OC818 Black Dual Set Plus

Dual large diaphragm microphone set with extensive accessory set for studio and live applications

Switchable polar pattern: omnidirectional, cardioid, supercardioid, figure of eight, 255 intermediate stages via app

Freely configurable polar pattern via PolarDesigner plug-in for Win & Mac

Real-time access to directional characteristics via optional OCR8 Bluetooth dongle (Art. 1143150) PolarPilot app for Android & iOS

Handmade CKR12 ceramic capsule based on the legendary CK12 capsule

Fully developed and handmade in Vienna

Frequency range: 20 Hz - 20 kHz

Sensitivity: 13 mV/Pa

Output impedance: 2 x 275 Ohm (balanced)

Load resistance: >1 k Ohm

max. SPL: 148 dB / 158 dB (with pad)

Inherent noise: 9dB SPL(A)

Signal-to-noise ratio: >84 dB

Power supply: 48 V (<4mA)

Low cut filter: 40 Hz, 80 Hz & 160 Hz

Pad: -10 dB & -20 dB

Dimensions (OC818 microphone): 157 x 63 x 35 mm

Weight (OC818 microphone): 360 g

Scope of delivery: 2 x elastic holder, 2 x mini XLR adapter, 2 x microphone clamp, 2 x windscreen, transport case and adjustable stereo bar

Austrian Audio's OC818 is the result of decades of experience and unique innovation and the world's first "dual output" microphone with switchable polar pattern.


Based on the legendary CK12 microphone capsule, the Viennese audio engineers designed their own, further developed CKR12 capsule by tracking down various originals of the famous vintage capsule worldwide and meticulously testing, measuring and evaluating them according to their best characteristics in order to develop much more than just a "copy" from the data and experience gained.


As a special feature, the lovingly handcrafted microphone has a second output that allows the producer, engineer, musician and forward-thinking artist to record the rear-facing capsule independently of the front-facing capsule. When both capsules are recorded on a stereo or dual mono track in the DAW, the free and open source PolarDesigner plugin (MAC/PC: VST, AU & AAX) allows unprecedented control and adjustment of the polar pattern between 1 and 5 bands with selectable crossover points.


To configure the OC818 flexibly in real time in complex live situations or during sound checks, the optional OCR8 Bluetooth dongle can be attached to the rear of the housing. The PolarPilot app for Android and iOS can then be used to access the behaviour of both capsules, as well as the high-pass filter and pad switch. This unique tool enables an unprecedented 255 discrete polar patterns between figure of eight, all cardioid versions and omnidirectional.

Properties

Characteristic: Omnidirectional, cardioid, supercardioid, figure of eight
Incl. Shockmount: Yes
Low cut: Yes
Pad: Yes
Switchable characteristic: Yes
Tube: No
Type of construction: Capacitor
USB connection: No
Austrian Audio

Ansprechpartner:

Austrian Audio GmbH
Eitnergasse 15
AT - 1230 Wien

E-Mail: office@austrianaudio.com
Web: https://austrian.audio/

Safety instructions and warnings:

This product contains electronic components and/or is powered by electricity.

Please only use it in accordance with the operating instructions and with suitable accessories.

⚠️ Protect the device from moisture, extreme temperatures and mechanical damage.

Check cables, power supply units and connections regularly for visible damage.

ℹ️ For further safety-related information, please refer to the enclosed operating instructions.

ℹ️ If you have any questions about safe use, please contact our customer service team.

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