Key Features:

• For Vocals/Instruments in Studio & Stage
  
• 5-Position Polar Pattern Switch
  
• Handmade Dual-Diaphragm Capsule
  
• Per-Diaphragm Output Connectors
  
• Selectable Pad at -10 or -20 dB
  
• Selectable 40/80/160 Hz High-Pass Filter
  
• Design Custom Polar Patterns via Plug-In
  
• Allows Wireless Remote Control via OCR8
  
• Includes Shockmount, Case & Accessories
  
• 48V Phantom Powered

Designed by a team of former AKG personnel, the Austrian Audio OC818 Studio Set is a large-diaphragm studio condenser microphone offering detailed audio capture and immense sonic customization for producers and engineers in personal and commercial recording facilities. The handmade 1" ceramic capsule features two gold-plated polymer membranes to enable multiple polar patterns. Utilize the 5-position switch to set the OC818 to figure-8, hypercardioid, cardioid, omnidirectional, or wide cardioid. Each diaphragm is routed to a separate output connector for dual-channel recording, which allows you to design custom polar pattern responses across five frequency bands via the open-source PolarDesigner plug-in or achieve a tweakable stereo image thanks to the StereoCreator plug-in (also open-source).

Alternatively, the secondary output can be connected to the optional OCR8 Bluetooth module if you wish to enjoy convenient wireless control and selection of 255 polar patterns via the free iOS/Android PolarPilot app. Front-panel switches are provided for easy access to the pad and roll-off settings. Set the pad to -10 or -20 dB to avoid distortion when miking loud sources such as drums or guitar cabinets. Activate the high-pass filter at 40, 80, or 160 Hz for attenuation of low-frequency problems including rumble and proximity effect. The OC818's housing is constructed of zinc-aluminum alloy for strength and durability. The OC818 Studio Set includes a vibration-reducing shockmount, a traditional mic clip, a mini 5-pin XLR to 3-pin XLR cable, a windscreen for mitigating noise from breaths and blasts of air, and a protective carry case.

Microphone Features:

• 5-position polar pattern switch for figure-8, hypercardioid, cardioid (dual-cardioid mode when using the secondary output), omnidirectional, and "preset mode," which defaults to wide cardioid, but can be set to anything via the free iOS/Android PolarPilot app and optional OCR8 Bluetooth dongle (required for PolarPilot control)
• Microprocessor control of polarization voltages allows remote controlled polar pattern settings
• Dual outputs for recording each diaphragm separately
• Balanced 3-pin XLR main output
• Mini 5-pin XLR secondary output
• Includes mini 5-pin XLR to 3-pin XLR adapter cable for secondary output
• 48V phantom powered
• Includes shockmount, mic clip, windscreen, and protective carry case
• Debuts Austrian Audio's Open Acoustics Technology
• Works with select downloadable open-source plug-ins for extra flexibility

Specifications:

• Primary Applications: Studio Recording
• Form Factor: Large Diaphragm Mic / Stand/Boom Mount
• Intended Sound Sources: Vocals, Instrument
• Sound Field: Mono
• Operating Principle: Pressure Gradient
• Capsule: Condenser
• Diaphragm: 1" / 25.40 mm
• Polar Pattern: Cardioid, Figure-8, Hypercardioid, Omnidirectional, Subcardioid/Wide Cardioid
• Pattern Selection: Switched (Adjustable on Mic)
• Orientation: Side Address
• Circuitry: Solid-State
• Pad: -10 dB, -20 dB
• High-Pass Filter: 40 Hz, 12 dB/Octave, 80 Hz, 12 dB/Octave, 160 Hz, 6 dB/Octave
• Tone Adjustment: None
• Gain Adjustment: None
• Indicators: None
• On-Board Controls: High-Pass Filter, Pad, Polar Pattern
• Windscreen: Foam (Included)
• Frequency Range: 20 Hz to 20 kHz
• Maximum SPL: 148 dB SPL
• Impedance: 275 Ohms
• Load Impedance: > 1000 Ohms
• Sensitivity: 13 mV/Pa
• Equivalent Noise Level: 9 dB SPL A-Weighted
• Bus Power: None
• Operating Voltage: 48 V ± 4 V (Phantom Power)
• Operating Current Consumption: 4 mA
• Mounting: Mic Clip/Stand Adapter, Shockmount (Included)
• Included Case: Hard Case
• Included Filters: None
• Construction Material: Zinc Alloy
• Operating Temperature: 32 to 131°F / 0 to 55°C
• Storage Temperature: -13 to 140°F / -25 to 60°C

In the Box:

• Austrian Audio OC818 Studio Set Large-Diaphragm Multipattern Condenser Microphone
• Austrian Audio OCS8 Shockmount for OC818 or OC18 Microphone
• Austrian Audio OCH8 Microphone Clip for OC818 or OC18 Microphone
• Austrian Audio Foam Windshield for OC818 and OC18
• Austrian Audio Mini XLR Cable for OC818, with Clip
• Protective Carry Case

MPN: 17002F10200

UPC: 810019100024