Austrian Audio
Austrian Audio delivers rugged, precision-engineered microphones and headphones built for the demands of live sound, offering clear, natural audio and reliable performance on stage.
Vocal microphones
Built in Vienna by a team of former AKG engineers, Austrian Audio’s live vocal mics combine studio-grade sound with rugged, road-ready design. Models like the OD505, OD303, and OC707 deliver exceptional clarity, tight feedback control, and reliability night after night — perfect for capturing every performance with precision and power
OC707
The Austrian Audio OC707 brings studio-quality sound to the stage. This true condenser handheld microphone features Austrian Audio’s OCC7 capsule and Open Acoustics Technology, delivering exceptionally natural, detailed vocals with outstanding feedback rejection. Its rugged die-cast body, low handling noise, and switchable 120 Hz low-cut filter make it perfect for demanding live environments where clarity, control, and durability are essential.
OD505 & OD303
The Austrian Audio OD505 and OD303 bring exceptional clarity and reliability to live vocal performance. The OD505 is an active dynamic microphone featuring Austrian Audio’s dual-capsule design, supercardioid pattern, and 3D Pop Noise Diffuser, delivering studio-level detail with superb feedback rejection and consistency on stage. The OD303 offers the same precision engineering in a rugged, affordable package, combining a supercardioid pattern with Open Acoustics Technology for clear, focused vocals and minimal handling noise—perfect for any demanding live environment
Instrument Microphones
Austrian Audio instrument microphones are built for live sound, delivering rugged, stage-ready reliability and crystal-clear, natural tone for drums, guitars, and other instruments in demanding performance environments.
OC7
The Austrian Audio OC7 is a premium live instrument microphone designed for professional stage and studio use. Featuring Austrian Audio’s proprietary Open Acoustics Technology and a rugged, road-ready build, it delivers clear, natural sound with exceptional detail and feedback rejection. Perfect for drums, percussion, and other instruments, the OC7 ensures every performance is captured with precision and reliability.
OC5
The Austrian Audio OD5 is a versatile active-dynamic instrument microphone designed for both studio and live sound applications. Featuring a high-precision cardioid polar pattern and a frequency response from 20 Hz to 18 kHz, it captures instruments with clarity and detail. Its active design ensures consistent performance over long cable runs, while the -10 dB pad and switchable low-cut filters (80 Hz and 120 Hz) provide flexibility for various sound sources. The innovative 220° swivel-joint mechanism allows precise mic placement, making it ideal for drums, guitar amplifiers, and brass instruments in demanding environments.
Condenser microphones
Austrian Audio condenser microphones are prized for their exceptional clarity, natural tonal response, and precise detail, making them ideal for capturing vocals and instruments with studio-grade accuracy both on stage and in the studio.
OC818
The Austrian Audio OC818 is a versatile large-diaphragm condenser microphone designed for both studio and live sound applications. It features a handmade CKR12 ceramic capsule that delivers a natural and detailed sound across a wide frequency range of 20 Hz to 20 kHz. The microphone offers multiple polar patterns, including cardioid, omnidirectional, figure-8, hypercardioid, and wide cardioid, providing flexibility for various recording scenarios. With a maximum sound pressure level of 148 dB and a low self-noise of 9 dB(A), the OC818 captures high-volume sources with clarity and precision. Additionally, it includes switchable pads (-10 dB, -20 dB) and low-cut filters (40 Hz, 80 Hz, 160 Hz) to tailor the sound to specific needs. The OC818 also supports dual-output functionality, allowing for independent recording of the front and rear diaphragms, which can be processed separately or combined using the PolarDesigner plugin. For enhanced control, the optional OCR8 Bluetooth adapter enables real-time remote adjustment of polar patterns, filters, and pads via the PolarPilot mobile app. Whether capturing vocals, instruments, or ambient sounds, the OC818 provides exceptional versatility and quality for professional audio production.
OC18
The Austrian Audio OC18 is a high-quality cardioid condenser microphone designed for both studio and live sound applications. It features a handmade CKR6 ceramic capsule, delivering a natural and detailed sound across a wide frequency range of 20 Hz to 20 kHz. The microphone offers switchable pads (-10 dB, -20 dB) and low-cut filters (40 Hz, 80 Hz, 160 Hz) to tailor the sound to specific needs. With a maximum sound pressure level of 148 dB and a low self-noise of 9 dB(A), the OC18 captures high-volume sources with clarity and precision. Its robust build ensures durability in demanding environments, making it a versatile choice for various recording scenarioshe Austrian Audio OD505 and OD303 bring exceptional clarity and reliability to live vocal performance. The OD505 is an active dynamic microphone featuring Austrian Audio’s dual-capsule design, supercardioid pattern, and 3D Pop Noise Diffuser, delivering studio-level detail with superb feedback rejection and consistency on stage. The OD303 offers the same precision engineering in a rugged, affordable package, combining a supercardioid pattern with Open Acoustics Technology for clear, focused vocals and minimal handling noise—perfect for any demanding live environment
OC16
The Austrian Audio OC16 is a large-diaphragm cardioid condenser microphone designed for both studio and live sound applications. It features a handmade CKR6 ceramic capsule, delivering a natural and detailed sound across a wide frequency range of 20 Hz to 20 kHz. The microphone offers switchable pads (-10 dB, -20 dB) and low-cut filters (40 Hz, 80 Hz, 160 Hz) to tailor the sound to specific needs. With a maximum sound pressure level of 148 dB and a low self-noise of 14 dB(A), the OC16 captures high-volume sources with clarity and precision. Its robust build ensures durability in demanding environments, making it a versatile choice for various recording scenarios. The OC16 is particularly noted for its transparent and natural sound, making it suitable for a wide range of instruments and vocal recordings.
CC8
The Austrian Audio CC8 is a high-performance small-diaphragm condenser microphone designed for both studio and live sound applications. It features the handmade OCC7 capsule, delivering a natural and detailed sound across a wide frequency range of 20 Hz to 20 kHz. The microphone offers switchable pads (-10 dB, -20 dB) and low-cut filters (60 Hz, 120 Hz) to tailor the sound to specific needs. With a maximum sound pressure level of 156 dB and a low self-noise of 16 dB(A), the CC8 captures high-volume sources with clarity and precision. Its robust build ensures durability in demanding environments, making it a versatile choice for various recording scenarios. The CC8 is particularly noted for its smooth and natural sound, making it suitable for a wide range of instruments and vocal recordings.
