Rugged microphone for pristine audio in live, broadcast and recording applications.
Designed, engineered and manufactured in Vienna, the CC8 from Austrian Audio is built around a small-diaphragm handmade true condenser capsule. With a max SPL of 156 dB and an equivalent noise level of 16 dB(A), the CC8 delivers a best-in-class dynamic range. Its rugged design and pristine results make it perfect for situations involving high sound pressure levels on stage, like cymbals and overheads, but it's also good for picking up strings and other low dynamic acoustic instruments, classical ensembles and choirs in a wide variety of uses, including live performance, broadcasting and studio recording. Inspired by a legend, and advanced for the modern recordist, the CC8 offers a linear frequency response and a natural and open sound with smooth and silky heights.
Specifications
- Directional characteristic : Cardioid
- Frequency range: 20Hz - 20kHz
- 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
Features
- Out-of-the box match paired with any other CC8 due to factory calibration (+/-0,5dB @1kHz)
- Best-in-class off-axis response
- True condenser technology
- Transformerless design—classic sound using modern tech
- High precision cardioid pattern
- Metal housing, cap and grille
- A switchable high-pass filter
- Pads (0, -10 dB, -20 dB) to enable to pick up sound up to 156dB