Austrian Audio CC8 - Small Diaphragm Classic Condensor Microphone

Pristine Sound. Hand Built in Vienna

Excellent for recordings, the Austrian Audio CC8 is a small condenser microphone full of technology, capturing fast transients and spatial information, fit for the detailed recording of acoustic instruments such as jazz ensembles, orchestras, acoustic guitars, pianos or choirs. The CC8’s small dimensions allow targeted positioning even in tight and difficult places, both in the studio and on stage. 

The  Austrian Audio CC8’s linear frequency response beautifully natural and open sound and smooth, silky highs make it a studio favourite.

Making Passion Heard
At the heart of the Austrian Audio CC8 microphone beats the newly-developed OCC7 small-diaphragm condenser capsule. Inspired by the legendary CK1, the OCC7 delivers all the benefits of that classic design updated to meet the demands of today. Shaped by the past, built for the future. 

Outstanding Build Quality and Performance
The capsule’s 3-micron-thick, gold-coated, polyethylene naphthalate (PEN) diaphragm is much more robust than conventional Mylar alternatives. The fabric filter ensures constant broadband cancellation, attenuating sound coming from the sides and rear, resulting in outstanding cardioid characteristics.

Thanks to the built-in switchable attenuation of 0 dB, -10 dB, and -20 dB, the microphone can be positioned very close to loud sound sources such as trumpets without fear of distortion.

Amazing versatility and value
The OCC7 capsule and transformerless output give the CC8 a remarkably linear frequency response, handling extremely high sound pressure levels (SPL) of up to 156 dB. Combined with a very low self-noise of only 16 dB(A), this results in an exceptional dynamic range.

Before leaving the factory in Vienna, each microphone is measured and tuned (in their anechoic chamber) to a minimum tolerance of only +/- 0.5 dB sensitivity at 1 kHz. This means you can be confident when using a pair of them for stereo pickup that each CC8 is precision calibrated, regardless of their production date.

Main features:

• True-condenser technology
• Modern transformerless design
• Precise cardioid pattern; excellent off-axis response
• Frequency range: 20Hz–20kHz
• Precision calibrated to within +/-0.5dB at 1kHz
• Metal housing, cap, and grille
• Switchable 2nd order highpass filter: 60Hz, 120Hz
• 10dB, -20dB preattenuation pads enable max SPL of 156dB
• Equivalent noise level: 16dB SPL (A-weighted)
• Includes OCH8 Mic Clip 18mm, CCW8 Windshield, Carry Case
• 2-Year Warranty

Tech Specs:

• Microphone Type: Condenser
• Polar Pattern: Cardioid
• Diaphragm Size: Small
• Frequency Range: 20Hz-20kHz
• Max SPL: 156dB SPL
• Output Impedance: 275 ohms
• Self Noise: 16dB (A weighted)
• Sensitivity: 15mV/Pa
• Low Cut Filter: 60Hz, 120Hz
• Pads: -10dB, -20dB
• Colour: Silver
• Connector: XLR
• Power Source: 48V phantom power
• Dimensions: 140 x 23 x 23 mm
• Weight: 160 g
• Included Accessories: Carry Case, Mic Clip, Windscreen
• Discover more Austrian Audio [CC8]: https://austrian.audio/cc8/