Audio Excellence On A Budget

Discover the Austrian Audio OC16 — a studio-grade microphone that delivers world-class sound without breaking the bank. Built with the same meticulous attention to detail that made Austrian Audio a trusted name in pro audio, the OC16 introduces a new benchmark for clarity, transparency, and affordability in the “Open Condenser” large-diaphragm category.

Elevate Your Craft. Explore Your Sound.

Legendary sound quality meets unrivaled state-of-the-art technology when you pick up the Austrian Audio OC16 large diaphragm condenser microphone.

This robust and powerful mic combines the patented CKR6 capsule and Austrian Audio’s “Open Acoustics” design approach to deliver an utterly transparent and natural sound that has been highly acclaimed in the press.

The OC16 is perfect for studios of any size—whether you’re tracking in a bedroom studio or topping the Billboard charts.

Each handmade CKR6 capsule – the same that is used in the OC18 – is tested and measured in-house before leaving the factory in Vienna, ensuring superior precision and quality.

Precision Meets Passion

Each handmade CKR6 capsule is tested and measured in-house before leaving the factory in Vienna, ensuring superior precision and quality.

The OC16 performs with impressive versatility, capturing pristine sound on any instrument – from drums to acoustic instruments, electric guitars, pianos, wind and string instruments vocals, podcast recordings, live streaming to broadcast applications.

For sound engineers, recording artists, musicians, voice artists, and content creators looking for professional sound and outstanding quality, look no further than the Austrian Audio OC16 large diaphragm condenser microphone.

Key Features

Handcrafted CKR6 ceramic capsule

handmade in Vienna, like the CKR12 capsule, but with single diaphragm

Rugged Design – Metal housing, cap, and grille

High-precision cardioid pattern – directional characteristic

Switchable high pass filter – 40 Hz (2nd order), 160 Hz (2nd order)

Technical Specifications

Directional characteristics: Single

Impedance: 275 Ω

Polar pattern: Cardioid

Load impedance: > 1 kΩ

Frequency range: 20 Hz – 20 kHz

Supply voltage: – 48 V (< 2.2mA)

Sensitivity: – 11 mV/Pa

Main Connector: XLR 3 pin

Equivalent noise level: 14 dB SPL (A)

Max SPL: 148 dB SPL

Dimensions: 157 x 66 x 34 mm

Weight: 335 g

Analog Low Cut filter: 40 Hz, 160 Hz