Code: 8097
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Hand-built in Vienna, the CC8-SC is a supercardioid, true condenser, small-diaphragm microphone is crafted for professional use both in the studio and on stage. Featuring Austrian Audio’s OCC7 capsule and a transformerless output, it offers a remarkably linear frequency response and handles extreme SPLs up to 155 dB without distortion. Its low self-noise of just 13 dB(A) ensures exceptional clarity and dynamic range.
The CC8-SC delivers a natural, open sound that remains smooth and balanced even at high volumes, with mids and highs that never become harsh. Its supercardioid pattern isolates the desired sound source, rejecting unwanted side noise from other instruments or monitors—making it perfect as a spot mic in ensemble recordings.
A subtle roll-off in the highs and lows further helps control stage noise and overly bright sources like cymbals and brass.
The result is a cleaner signal at the source, which simplifies FOH and monitor mixes and let's sound engineers focus more on the musical details. Combining precise Austrian engineering with a practical design, the CC8-SC is a reliable choice for capturing sound as naturally and faithfully as possible.
At the heart of the Austrian Audio CC8-SC microphone lies the OCC7 small-diaphragm condenser capsule. Inspired by the legendary CK1 and re-engineered for modern recording, it combines classic character with contemporary performance — shaped by the past, built for the future.
The OCC7 capsule, paired with a transformerless output stage, delivers an impressively linear frequency response with a subtle roll-off in the highs and lows. This ensures a natural, balanced sound while handling extremely high SPLs of up to 155 dB without distortion and maintaining remarkably low self-noise.
Every CC8-SC is individually measured and calibrated at the factory to within ±0.5 dB sensitivity at 1 kHz. This strict precision means any CC8-SC can be seamlessly match-paired with another, no matter when it was produced — ensuring consistency and reliability for stereo and ensemble recording setups.