Austrian Audio OC-B6 Large-Diaphragm Condenser Bass Drum Microphone

Austrian Audio OC-B6 Large-Diaphragm Condenser Bass Drum MicrophoneThe Austrian Audio OC B6 large diaphragm condenser bass drum microphone delivers a transparent sound that adapts to any studio, stage, and bass drum. Centered around Austrian Audios CKR6 B capsule, which was specifically designed to handle high SPL, the OC B6 sports a sleek and streamlined build with a 220 degree rotatable head for optimal mic placement at any position and on any drum set. Built to Austrian Audio's rigid construction and performance

The Austrian Audio OC-B6 large-diaphragm condenser bass drum microphone delivers a transparent sound that adapts to any studio, stage, and bass drum. Centered around Austrian Audio’s CKR6-B capsule, which was specifically designed to handle high SPL, the OC-B6 sports a sleek and streamlined build with a 220-degree rotatable head for optimal mic placement at any position and on any drum set. Built to Austrian Audio's rigid construction and performance standards, rest assured that the OC-B6 is ready to track each studio session, mic every live set, and even tackle the rigors of the road.

Be loud and proud
The heart of the OC-B6 is Austrian Audio's CKR6-B capsule. This 1-inch, edge-contacted, large-diaphragm condenser capsule is handmade in Vienna and features an Austrian Audio-patented ceramic isolator with an increased distance between the diaphragm and the back plate. These features allow the CKR6-B capsule to deftly handle a genuinely amazing amount of SPL without distorting — greater than 170dB! Additionally, the actual sound of the OC-B6 mic as a whole is clear and transparent, without any unwanted coloration, and a subsonic filter at 25Hz takes care of any bottom-end rumble. This lets you shape your kick drum sound as you please, ensuring the perfect tone for any recording or performance.

Placement as you see fit
With its 220-degree rotating head and compact design, you can use the OC-B6 in even the tightest of situations and at any position, including inside the drum, outside the drum, or directly at the port. What's more, the OC-B6 has its own built-in mic thread, so you don't even need a separate mic clip.

The new Vienna classics
Carrying on the rich legacy of high-end Viennese microphone design into the modern era, Austrian Audio is driven by an engineering team with over 300 years of combined experience. Their motto: “Making Passion Heard.” Their mission: to design and manufacture a new generation of recording tools that embrace cutting-edge technologies and sonic excellence while honoring Vienna’s rich musical heritage. That vision is realized in Austrian Audio’s proprietary, handcrafted CKR6-B large-diaphragm capsule, which is used in the company’s excellent OC-B6 condenser microphone.

Features

• Large-diaphragm condenser bass drum mic with exceptional SPL handling, crystal-clear sound, and a compact design
• Built around the 1-in. edge-contacted large-diaphragm condenser CKR6-B capsule, with patented ceramic isolator and increased distance between diaphragm and back plate
• Amazing SPL handling of >170dB with no distortion
• Transparent sound avoids adding unwanted coloration or pre-EQ, letting you shape your bass drum sound for recording or live performance
• 220° rotating head and overall compact design allow for easy positioning inside/outside the drum or right at the port
• Built-in mic thread means you don't need a separate mic clip to mount it
• Cardioid polar pattern provides excellent off-axis rejection
• 18Hz–20kHz frequency range with subsonic filter at 25Hz that removes low-end mud and rumble
• Comes with its own carrying case