Austrian Audio CC8 Small-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone Stereo Set

Inspired by a Legend - The Austrian Audio CC8 Small-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone Stereo Set

Austrian Audio have created a state-of-the-art microphone set ready for modern recording applications yet with the timeless sonic character appreciated by all. The CC8 cardioid small-diaphragm true condenser microphone is hand-built in Vienna and created with professionals in mind. At the heart of the Austrian Audio CC8 microphone beats the newly-developed OCC7 small-diaphragm condenser capsule. Inspired by the legendary CK1, the OCC7 delivers all the benefits of that classic design updated to meet the demands of today. Shaped by the past; built for the future.

The CC8 sounds natural and open without becoming harsh or spiky, even at extreme volumes. The mids and highs are silky smooth, never exaggerated. This makes the CC8 the ideal microphone for the detailed recording of various acoustic instruments, such as stringed instruments, woodwinds and brass, and orchestral percussion, in addition, instruments like acoustic guitar, piano, snares, hi-hat, and entire drum sets. Before leaving the factory, each microphone is measured to a tolerance of max. +/- 0.5 dB sensitivity at 1 kHz. This means that any CC8 can be match-paired with any other, regardless of production dates.

• Handmade OCC7 condenser capsule - this newly developed capsule takes on the heritage with the benefits of the classic and the demands of today.
• Switchable high pass filter
• High precision cardioid pattern directional characteristic
• Two different types of analogue pads (0, -10 dB, -20 dB) to enable to pick up sound up to 156 dB
• Metal housing, cap, and grille
• Each microphone is measured and tuned to a tolerance of max. +/-0.5 dB sensitivity at 1 kHz
• Includes two microphones for a stereo pairing

SPECIFICATIONS

• Directional Characteristic: Cardioid
• Frequency Range: 20 Hz - 20 kHz
• Sensitivity: 15 mV/Pa
• Equivalent Noise Level: 16 dB SPL (A)
• Max. SPL: 156 dB SPL
• HP filter: 60 Hz (2nd order), 120 Hz (2nd order)
• Switchable Pad: -10 dB, -20 dB
• Impedance: 275 Ω (symmetrical)
• Load Impedance: > 1 kΩ
• Supply Voltage: 48 V (< 3 mA)
• Main Connector: XLR 3 pin
• Dimensions: 140 x 23 x 23 mm
• Weight: 160 g

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