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Designed for mixing, overhead capture, acoustic instruments, and broadcast, it delivers flat, detailed response, robust SPL handling, and industry-leading build quality—now available at Soundium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOCC7 capsule design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Refined cardioid capsule offering seamless frequency response and accurate transient detail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow self-noise:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16 dB(A) ensures clean, low-noise captures even in quiet environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh SPL tolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handles up to 156 dB without distortion for loud sources or close-miking scenarios\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSwitchable analog controls:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pad options at –10 dB and –20 dB, plus high-pass filters at 60 Hz and 120 Hz for flexibility in recording conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTransformerless output and low impedance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Delivers clean signal transfer with high headroom and compatibility with professional preamps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCustomer Benefits\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether capturing drum overheads, acoustic guitars, or ambient ambiance, the CC8 maintains sonic accuracy and reliability. Its high SPL and low noise capabilities ensure that every nuance is delivered with clarity, while its analog controls give users easy control over challenging environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQuick Specs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePolar Pattern:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cardioid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency Response:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 Hz–20 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSensitivity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15 mV\/Pa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEquivalent Noise Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16 dB(A)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMax SPL:\u003c\/strong\u003e 156 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Pass Filters:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60 Hz or 120 Hz (2nd order)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePads:\u003c\/strong\u003e –10 dB, –20 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImpedance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 275 Ω (balanced)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Requirement:\u003c\/strong\u003e 48 V phantom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 140 × 23 × 23 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 160 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat’s in the Box\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAustrian Audio CC8 microphone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOCH8 mic clip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCCW8 foam windscreen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtective pouch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUser manual \u0026amp; warranty documentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eUse Cases \/ Ideal For\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent for stereo recording, drum overheads, acoustic instruments, broadcast, ambient capture, and any environment where detail and tonal accuracy matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for use with any standard 48 V phantom-powered preamp or audio interface. Suitable for both studio and live capture due to its robust analog design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePros \u0026amp; Cons\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e✅ Pros:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlawless cardioid response and low self-noise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandles extremely high SPLs without distortion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnalog pad and filter switches offer flexibility in challenging environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⚠️ Cons:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo multi-pattern options—cardioid only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManual switch placement may require reaching onto mic stand for adjustments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Austrian Audio CC8 is a finely engineered cardioid condenser microphone that meets the demands of modern production—with precision, reliability, and sonic purity. 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