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Austrian Audio OC16 Studio Set

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Including Hi-X15 Studio headphones

Including Hi-X15 Studio headphones

When you buy an Austrian Audio OC16 Studio Set through November 30th 2024 you will receive a pair Hi-X15 Studio headphones with a value of 99,95 Euro for free on top!

Condenser Large Diaphragm Microphone

  • CKR ceramic capsule
  • Polar pattern: Cardioid
  • Frequency response: 20 - 20,000 Hz
  • Sensitivity: 11 mV/Pa
  • Equivalent noise level: 14 dB SPL (A)
  • Max sound pressure level: 148 dB SPL
  • Analogue high pass filter: 40 Hz, 160 Hz
  • Impedance: 275 Ohm (balanced)
  • Requires 48 V phantom power
  • Dimensions: 157 x 66 x 34 mm
  • Weight: 335 g
  • Includes OCS6 microphone spider, 1x OCH8 microphone clip and 1x MSC6 transport case
Available since August 2022
Item number 544730
Sales Unit 1 piece(s)
Tube No
Switchable Polar Pattern No
Omnidirectional No
Cardioid Yes
Figure-8 No
Low Cut Yes
Pad No
shockmount included Yes
USB Microphone No
B-Stock from 3.899 kr available
4.599 kr
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A professional and affordable package

The Austrian Audio OC16 Studio Set is a bundle comprising the microphone of the same name (a lower-priced alternative to the OC18) together with the OSC6 microphone spider and the OCH8 clip to allow it to be mounted on a stand. Also included is the MSC6 carrying case to ensure safe storage during transport. The Austrian Audio OC16 is a large-diaphragm condenser microphone that uses a ceramic-based CKR capsule. Together with its Open Acoustics technology, this microphone offers a transparent and natural sound, and its cardioid polar pattern ensures a precise sound capture. What is more, the integrated analogue high-pass filter removes impact noise to help keep the recording free from unwanted interference.

Austrian Audio OC16 large-diaphragm condenser microphone

Modern technology for pristine recordings

The CKR capsule of the Austrian Audio OC16 is manufactured by hand in Vienna and can process frequencies from 20Hz up to 20kHz. A maximum sound pressure level (SPL) of 148dB allows dynamic recordings with both loud and quiet voices. Its sensitivity of 11mV/Pa also contributes to the recordings' precision, as significant amplification is not required at values this high. The analogue high-pass filter can be set at 40Hz or 160Hz in order to remove low frequencies from the mic signal directly – which is especially handy in live situations. In addition to that, the OC16 has an low equivalent noise level of 14dB, ensuring a high signal-to-noise ratio. These features all mean one thing: High-quality recordings.

Case with the Austrian Audio OC16 and accessories

Handmade CKR capsule

The Austrian Audio OC16 was made for audio engineers and musicians on a budget who are still looking for a professional condenser microphone for their recordings. Ceramic is less prone to manufacturing errors, which results in a consistent sound for each microphone. Furthermore, all capsules manufactured by Austrian Audio are calibrated and tested before they leave the facility. Unwanted reflections and standing waves inside the microphone are reduced thanks to the Open Acoustics technology, specially developed by Austrian Audio. The sturdy die-cast housing ensures a long operating life, meaning this microphone will prove its worth even in the most challenging recording situations. Some users might fault the lack of a pad switch (to record loud sound sources) or automatic sensitivity calibration, but they will be well-served instead by the more expensive Austrian Audio OC18.

XLR combo jack and high-pass filter on the Austrian Audio OC16

About Austrian Audio

The Viennese manufacturer Austrian Audio was founded in 2017 by 22 former senior AKG employees, including engineers and managers - as the traditional Austrian manufacturer was closing its offices and factories in Vienna. The first product releases from Austrian Audio immediately put them on the map, confirming their pedigree. The company's product range, which so far consists of headphones and microphones, is characterised by elegant design and smart concepts with a modern twist. In addition, all products are manufactured in Austria, as during the golden age of AKG. It will be interesting to see what Austrian Audio will come up with next.

For excellent results every time

With all the accessories included in this package, the Austrian Audio OC16 is soon set up and ready to go. Together with the OSC6 microphone spider and the OCH8 clip, it is safely stored in the robust MSC6 transport case, which is zippered to allow all the set's components to be removed with ease. The microphone spider allows interferece – for example footfalls – to be kept to a minimum, and the clip can be used when recording instruments and amplifiers where the mic needs to be close to the sound source, so as to pick up even the finest nuances in a performace. The frequency response of the OC16 is deliberately as linear as possible, but there is a decrease in the frequency range between 6kHz and 7kHz, which reduces sibilant sounds when recording vocals. An over-emphasis on the low end due to the proximity effect can in turn be countered by setting the analogue high-pass filter to 160Hz.

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great sound!
Vahab 01.02.2023
Microphone for studio recordings without any problem areas !takes sound smoothly and transmits it clearly. No additional noise was found! A worthy product for the money!

When choosing a microphone, I was guided by reviews, and it met my expectations. There is no limit to our joy, how great it is that we purchased a quality product for little money! Successful design!
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Clarity and Quality straight out the box
Tagomago 10.10.2024
Bought this on a recommendation from a studio already using the OC18 and OC16 and because I record back home in a small bedroom with headphones I thought the O16 would be perfect and believe me it is exceptionally good and must have for any singer songwriter.
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Großer Sound zum kleinen Preis
Simon1G8 15.10.2022
Wer auf der Suche nach einem guten Großmembranmikrofon zum kleinen Preis ist, ist hier genau richtig. Das OC 16 ist ein hervorragendes Mikrofon, welches ohne Probleme mit höherpreisigen Mikrofonen mithalten kann.

Sound: Als Overheadmikrofone bilden sie das Schlagzeug sehr vollwertig und voluminös ab mit deutlich mehr Substanz als typische Kleinmembranen (ist halt Stil- und Geschmacksfrage). Trotz dem großen Volumen werden auch die höhen der Becken sauber und brilliant abgebildet. Alles in allem ein sehr runder Schlagzeugklang.
Stimmen werden sehr klar und offen abgebildet. Es fehlt ein wenig die wärme andere Großmembranen, dafür bringt das Mikrofon eine erstaunliche Detailreiche in den Höhen mit sich. Alles in allem ein sehr echter und klarer Sound. An weiteren Quellen habe ich das Mikrofon noch nicht ausprobiert, allerdings könnte ich mir auch eine Gitarrenabnahme sehr gut vorstellen.

Features: Das Mikrofon kommt mit einer Nierencharakteristik. Diese ist nicht umschaltbar, aber sehr gelungen. Die Dämpfung bei 180 Grad ist hervorragend und auch schrägeinfallender Schall hat für mein Empfinden kaum Klangfärbungen (auch bei Schräger EInsprechrichtung eine sehr exaktes Abbild der Klangquelle - war vor allem bei Overheadabnahmen sehr eindrucksvoll). Ein weiteres Feature ist eine mögliche Nutzung als Stereo Paar: Auch wenn Austrian Audio das Mikrofon nicht als Pärchen verkauft, steht einer Stereonutzung meiner Ansicht nach nichts im Wege. Die beiden Mikrofone, welche ich habe sind hervorragend aus einander angepasst.

Verarbeitung: Die Verarbeitung ist gut. An kleinen Details merkt man im Vergleich zu teureren Mikrofone die Produktion in China, allerdings muss man dafür schon ganz genau hinschauen und die teureren Modelle kennen.

Alles in allem kann ich das Mikrofon nur wärmstens Empfehlen. wer einen hervorragendes Großmembranmikrofon zum kleinen Preis haben möchte ist hier genau richtig. Natürlich muss man immer seinen eigenen Ohren am meisten vertrauen, aber mit dem OC 16 macht man auf alle Fälle nichts verkehrt und es stellt eine echte Alternative zu teureren Mikrofonen da.
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Otroligt prisvärd
Winde_1 11.11.2022
Enkel mikrofon utan speciellt många funktioner. Låter bra på sång (Självklart beroende på sångare), akustisk gitarr och gissningsvis på många andra stränginstrument.
Känns stabil i alla avseenden och det finns inte så mycket mer att säga mer än att den känns som en väldigt prisvärd mikrofon.

Fästet i hållaren till mikrofonen är väldigt tight vilket gör det lite svårt att fästa mikrofonen. Annars har jag inget negativt att säga om mikrofonen med hänsyn till prisklassen.
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