Austrian Audio CC8 Cardiod True Condenser Microphone - Stereo Pair

A microphone geared for modern recording situations, but with the timeless sonic footprint reminiscent of vintage microphones, the Austrian Audio CC8 is a cutting-edge cardioid small diaphragm condenser microphone, hand built in Vienna and designed with the working professional in mind. Key Features Handmade OCC7 condenser capsule High precision cardioid pattern Rugged design Switchable high-pass filter Two types of analogue pads Match-paired out of the box The foundation of the Austrian Audio CC8 is the newly-developed OCC7 small diaphragm condenser capsule. Drawing influence from the legendary CK1, the OCC7 provides all the advantages of that classic design, but with refinements to suit the demands of today. Inspired by the past, built for the future. The CC8 has an astonishingly balanced frequency response thanks to the OCC7 capsule and transformerless output. This means the CC8 is capable of handling extreme SPLs of up to 156dB without distortion. Even at extreme volumes, the CC8 sounds natural and open with a silky smooth mid and high range without ever becoming harsh, hyped or abrasive. This makes the CC8 the perfect microphone for capturing every nuance and detail of a range of instruments, like strings, woodwinds, brass, and orchestral percussion, as well as acoustic guitars, pianos, snare drums, hi-hats and cymbals, or drum overheads. 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. Every microphone is measured to a tolerance of max. +/- 0.5dB sensitivity at 1kHz before they leave the factory. This means any CC8 can be a matched-pair with any other CC8, regardless of manufacture dates. Specifications Polar Pattern: Cardioid Sensitivity: 15mV/Pa Max. SPL: 156dB SPL Switchable Pad: -10dB, -20dB Equivalent Noise Level: 16dB SPL (A) HP Filter: 60Hz (2nd Order), 120Hz (2nd Order) Supply Voltage: 48V (<3mA) Connector: 3-Pin Female Dimensions 140mm x 23mm x 23mm