Austrian Audio OC616 Multipattern Large Diaphragm Condenser Microphone

The CKR12 ceramic capsule at the heart of this microphone shares its engineering lineage with Austrian Audio's flagship OC818, bringing that same capsule technology down to a more accessible price point. Handcrafted in Vienna, the OC616 is a large-diaphragm condenser that rethinks the legendary CK12 brass capsule design with ceramic construction for improved consistency and long-term reliability. Five selectable polar patterns extend the range from cardioid vocal tracking through to figure-8 room miking and stereo pair work, while onboard switching for three filter settings and two pad options keep the signal path clean across wildly different source material. Maximum SPL reaches 157dB, with a dynamic range of 134dB that captures everything from breathy vocal detail to the full impact of a close-miked guitar cabinet without compression or distortion. Austrian Audio's Open Acoustic Technology addresses internal reflections and acoustic interference before they reach the capsule itself, resulting in a direct, present sound that sits forward in a mix without the brittleness that often comes with presence peaks. The multiple polar pattern options maintain phase coherence across patterns, making the OC616 a strong candidate for mid-side recording configurations where pattern-switching accuracy matters. Includes the OC-S6 shock mount, microphone clip and soft case. Features  CKR12 ceramic capsule derived from flagship OC818 engineering Five selectable polar patterns including cardioid, omni and figure-8 Three filter settings and two pad options for source matching 157dB maximum SPL handles high-output sources without distortion 134dB dynamic range captures quiet detail and loud transients Open Acoustic Technology reduces internal reflections at the capsule Phase-coherent patterns support stereo and mid-side recording techniques Includes OC-S6 shock mount, microphone clip and soft case