Overview
The Austrian Audio CC8 Stereo Set is two CC8 cardioid small diaphragm true condenser microphones, hand built in Vienna around the OCC7 capsule, with a stereo bar and case. Every CC8 is measured to within ±0.5 dB sensitivity at 1 kHz, so the pair are matched straight out of the box.
The transformerless output gives a natural, open sound and, with the pad, handles up to 156 dB SPL. That makes the set a ready made stereo pair for drum overheads, piano, choirs, orchestras and ensembles in studios, churches, schools and theatres.
Highlights
- Two matched CC8 small diaphragm condensers
- OCC7 capsule inspired by the CK1
- Up to 156 dB SPL with the pad engaged
- -10 and -20 dB pad, 60 or 120 Hz low cut
- SB1 stereo bar for XY and ORTF setups
- Includes clips, windshields and case
- Hand built in Vienna
Specifications
| Type | Small diaphragm true condenser |
| Capsule | OCC7 |
| Polar pattern | Cardioid |
| Frequency range | 20 Hz to 20 kHz |
| Sensitivity | 15 mV/Pa |
| Equivalent noise | 16 dB SPL(A) |
| Max SPL | 146 dB SPL (156 dB SPL with pad) |
| Low cut | 60 Hz or 120 Hz |
| Pad | -10 dB, -20 dB |
| Phantom power | 48 V |
| Connector | XLR 3 pin |
| Dimensions | 140 x 23 x 23 mm |
| Weight | 140 g |
| Included | 2x CC8, 2x OCH8 clip, 2x CCW8 windshield, SB1 stereo bar, case |
Forefront Tip
Use the stereo bar to set up an XY pair for a mono safe recording, or ORTF for a wider image. For a church or school choir, place the pair a little above head height and back from the front row, so you capture the whole group rather than the closest voices.
