The Austrian Audio OC818 is a professional large-diaphragm microphone engineered and manufactured in Austria, offering unparalleled versatility with its multiple polar patterns and cutting-edge features for studio, broadcast, and live applications.
Born from Vienna's rich heritage in sound engineering, the OC818 is Austrian Audio's flagship microphone, integrating traditional craftsmanship with contemporary acoustic design. This microphone is the culmination of decades of experience in the audio industry, created to fulfil the needs of both modern recording environments and the demand for reliable, high-quality sound.
The OC818 features the CKR12 ceramic capsule, a component crafted with precision and care. Reflecting the brand's ethos of quality and consistency, this capsule ensures the microphone delivers a warm, clear sound, making it a reliable tool for producers and engineers.
Designed to adapt to any recording situation, the OC818 offers flexibility with its multiple polar patterns. This versatility allows for a wide range of recording techniques, from capturing the nuanced dynamics of a solo vocalist to the powerful presence of an orchestra.
The integration of the PolarPilot app provides a modern twist to microphone technology, allowing for remote adjustments of patterns, filters, and pads. This fusion of analogue warmth and digital convenience caters to the evolving landscape of music production.
Complementing the microphone’s hardware, Austrian Audio’s PolarDesigner and StereoCreator plugins extend the OC818's capabilities into the digital realm, offering innovative post-processing options that redefine the boundaries of microphone technology.
Despite its advanced digital control features, the OC818 maintains a completely analogue audio signal path. This design philosophy ensures the microphone’s output remains untouched by digital artefacts, preserving the integrity of the captured sound.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Directional Characteristics | Multi |
| Impedance | 275 Ω (symmetrical) |
| Polar Pattern | Cardioid, Omnidirectional, Figure-8, Hypercardioid & Custom Programmable |
| Load Impedance | > 1 kΩ |
| Frequency Range | 20 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Supply Voltage | 48 V (< 4mA, typical 2.1mA) |
| Sensitivity (all directions) | 13mV/Pa |
| Main Connector | XLR 3 pin |
| Equivalent Noise Level | 9 dB SPL (A) |
| Remote Connector | Mini XLR 5 pin Connector for back membrane |
| Max SPL | 148 dB SPL (158 dB SPL with pad) |
| Dimensions | 157 x 63 x 35 mm |
| Switchable Pad | -10 dB, -20 dB |
| Weight | 360g |
| Analog Low Cut Filter | 40 Hz (2nd order), 80 Hz (2nd order), 160 Hz (1st order down to 80Hz, 2nd order below) |
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