
Austrian Audio - OC16 Cardioid Pattern Precision Microphone
Austrian Audio - OC16 Large Diaphragm High Precision Cardioid Condenser Microphone, Handcrafted CKR6 Ceramic Capsule,
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Austrian Audio - OC16

Audio Excellence On A BudgetThe Austrian Audio OC16 introduces a brand-new microphone in the “Open Condenser” large-diaphragm series featuring Open Acoustics technology. The transparent and natural sound of OC microphones, which has been highly rated by the press and users, is the result of the combination of the patented CKR capsule and the “Open Acoustics” design approach created by Austrian Audio.
The OC16 is equipped with the handmade in Vienna CKR6 capsule, resulting in an extremely flexible all-rounder microphone and can be used on a wide range of instruments, including drums, electric and acoustic guitars, pianos, wind and string instruments and vocals.
11 mV/PaSensitivity
20Hz - 20kHzFrequency Range
148 dBMax. SPL
Amazing Features
• Handcrafted CKR6 ceramic capsule like the CKR12 capsule, but with single diaphragm
• Switchable high pass filter 40 Hz (2nd order), 160 Hz (2nd order)
• Rugged metal housing, cap, and grille
• High precision cardioid pattern
Austrian Audio OC16 Large Condenser Microphone

The Tech Spec
Features | Specification | Directional characteristic | Single |
---|---|
Polar pattern | Cardioid |
Frequency range | 20 Hz - 20 kHz |
Sensitivity | 11 mV/Pa |
Equivalent noise level | 14 dB SPL (A) |
Analogue Low Cut filter | 40 Hz, 160 Hz |
Impedance | 275 Ω |
Load impedance | > 1 kΩ |
Supply voltage | 48 V (< 2.2mA) |
Main Connector | XLR 3 pin |
Max SPL | 148 dB SPL |
Dimensions | 157 x 66 x 34 mm |
Weight | 335 g |