Product Overview

The Professional Choice for Stereo Mastery

The OC818 Dual Set Plus is designed for engineers who refuse to compromise on stability or signal purity. Every microphone in this set is handcrafted in Vienna and tested to meet a strict 1 dB tolerance, making them perfect for sensitive stereo techniques like Blumlein, ORTF, or Spaced Pair (A/B). The "Plus" designation signifies the inclusion of heavy-duty Spider shock mounts and a professional stereo bar, providing the isolation and alignment required for elite-level production.

Product Description

A Legacy Reimagined:

At the core of the OC818 Silver microphones is the CKR12 ceramic capsule. Developed by a team with centuries of combined Viennese engineering experience, this capsule captures the smooth, detailed high-end and rich lows of the classic CK12 but with modern ceramic stability. This ensures that your matched pair remains perfectly consistent over years of heavy studio use.

Revolutionary Dual Output Capability:

Both microphones in the Dual Set Plus are equipped with dual outputs. By using the included OCC8 mini-XLR cables, you can record the front and rear diaphragms of both mics independently. When paired with the PolarDesigner and StereoCreator plug-ins, you can:

• Melt and Morph Patterns: Change polar patterns in post-production for up to five frequency bands.

• Spatial Sculpting: Adjust the stereo width, orientation, and spatiality after the artist has left the room.

• Immersive Audio: Capture deep, 3D soundscapes perfect for modern VR and immersive formats.

Surgical Analog Control:

• Triple High-Pass Filters: Onboard settings at 40Hz, 80Hz, and 160Hz allow you to handle rumble and the proximity effect purely in the analog domain.

• Dual Pads: With -10dB and -20dB settings, this pair can handle a staggering 158 dB SPL, making it the "go-to" choice for loud drum overheads or powerful guitar stacks.

• Wireless Expansion: The set is fully compatible with the optional OCR8 Bluetooth dongle, allowing you to control all analog settings wirelessly from your smartphone.

   

Key Features

• Matched Stereo Pair: Two silver OC818 microphones precision-matched to <1 dB.

• Plus Accessory Package: Includes 2x Spider Shock Mounts and a professional Stereo Bar.

• Handmade CKR12 Capsule: The "Vienna Sound" with modern ceramic consistency.

• Dual Output Design: Ultimate post-production pattern and stereo field control.

• Multi-Pattern Flexibility: Onboard Cardioid, Omni, Fig-8, and Hypercardioid settings.

• Microprocessor Control: Digital management of analog bias for total stability.

• Handmade in Vienna: Engineered and built in the heart of Austria.

Technical Specifications

What’s Included in the Box

• 2 x Austrian Audio OC818 Microphones (Silver)

• 2 x OCS8 Spider Shock Mounts

• 2 x OCW8 Foam Windshields

• 2 x OCH8 Mic Clips

• 2 x OCC8 Mini-XLR Adapter Cables

• 1 x Professional Stereo Bar

• 1 x Durable Aluminum Carry Case