The OC616 is what happens when legendary DNA meets modern attitude. Handcrafted in Vienna around our CKR12 capsule, it delivers clear, direct sound with punch and presence - five polar patterns, massive headroom, and Open Acoustic Technology built in.
From delicate vocals to screaming amps, it takes on any source
One mic. Every source. No compromise
• Hand built CKR12 dual diaphragm capsule - made in Vienna, inspected by hand, the same DNA as our flagship OC818
• Five polar patterns, switchable right on the mic: omni, wide cardioid, cardioid, hypercardioid, figure 8
• Open Acoustic Technology - fewer internal reflections, more of the source, less of the mic
• 3 stage low cut filter + 2 stage pad for total control at the source
• 157 dB max SPL / 134 dB dynamic range - whisper it or scream it, the OC616 handles both
• Complete studio set included: shockmount, holder & case - ready to go, out of the box
DIRECTIONAL CHARACTERISTICS Omni, Wide-Cardioid, Cardioid, Hypercardioid, Figure-8
FREQUENCY RANGE 20 Hz - 20 kHz
SENSITIVITY (ALL DIRECTIONS) 13mV/Pa
EQUIVALENT NOISE LEVEL 13 dB SPL (A)
MAX SPL 147 dB SPL (157 dB SPL)
SWITCHABLE PADS -10 dB, -20 dB
LOW CUT FILTER 40 Hz (2nd order), 80 Hz (2d order), 160 Hz (1st order down to 80 Hz, 2nd order below)
IMPEDANCE 108 O (symmetrical)
LOAD IMPEDENCE > 1 kO
SUPPY VOLTAGE 48 V (< 3 mA)
MAIN CONNECTOR XLR 3 pin
DIMENSIONS 156 x 65 x 34mm
WEIGHT 345g
Vocals & Speech - From intimate vocals to broadcast-ready speech, the OC616 puts every nuance up front. Its CKR12 capsule delivers clear, direct sound with natural presence and definition, while Open Acoustic Technology keeps the source open and honest – from whispered voiceovers to powerful vocal performances
Acoustic Instruments - From delicate fingerstyle guitar to piano, strings, and percussion, the OC616 captures the instrument, not the microphone. Its CKR12 capsule and Open Acoustic Technology reveal fine detail, natural transients, and realistic depth, while massive dynamic range handles every performance with ease
Drum Overheads - Fast transients meet massive dynamics. The OC616 captures cymbal detail, shell attack, and the energy of the entire kit without losing definition. Its open acoustic design keeps overheads natural and spacious, while 134 dB of dynamic range leaves plenty of room for impact
Amplifiers - From clean tones to screaming high-gain stacks, the OC616 takes serious level without flinching. Up to 157 dB SPL captures attack, punch, and cabinet character with precision, while its clear, direct response keeps guitars and basses defined, powerful, and ready for the mix
Stereo Recording - Five polar patterns turn the OC616 into a serious stereo tool. From Mid/Side to Blumlein and beyond, its consistent response delivers precise imaging, stable phase relationships, and convincing depth – giving engineers the flexibility to build anything from focused stereo recordings to immersive soundscapes
