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The legendary Sony C800G has made its way into countless records that made it the top of the charts. A microphone that simply continues to be a world standard in the studio vocal recording world, the Sony C800G remains a must-have for any recording studio that wishes to have a truly complete collection of top microphones. Although it's price puts it in a position out of the reach of many small facilities, those who have managed to acquire a C800G know where their money went! This listing includes not only the microphone, but the entire package including the optional power supply.

You might see an artist using some cool vintage mic in the video, but in the studio the secret weapon is the C800G.

From Sony

Excellent for vocal recording in studios and film post production houses, Sony's C-800G Studio Tube Condenser Microphone is designed for the highest possible sound reproduction quality. The C-800G features a high-quality dual large diaphragm for true reproduction of vocal qualities, vacuum tube warm sound quality through a 6AU6 vacuum tube, a unique Peltier-based cooling system to achieve optimum tube operating temperature, and an electronically selectable pick-up pattern (Omni/Uni) for various recording applications. The package includes a power supply (AC-MC800G) and all the necessary accessories.

 

Highlights:

  • Designed for the highest possible sound reproduction quality
  • Suitable for vocal recording in studios and film post production houses
  • High sensitivity of -33dB/Pa
  • Low noise and low distortion due to built-in cooling system
  • Large diaphragm capsule
  • Electronically selectable directivity, either omni- directional or cardioid

 

Features:

  • Signal-to-noise ratio: 76 dB (Uni), 73 dB (Omni).
  • High sensitivity of -33dB/Pa.
  • Frequency response: 20 Hz-18,000 Hz
  • Dynamic range: 113 dB
Capsule Type
Condenser
Frequency Response
20 Hz to 18 kHz
Directivity
Uni-directional/Omni-directional
Sensitivity
(Uni) -32.0dB/Pa (Omni) -35.0dB/Pa
Dynamic Range
113dB or more
S/N Ratio
(Uni) 76dB or more (Omni) 73dB or more
Inherent Noise (0dB=20µPa)
(Uni) Less than 18dBSPL (Omni) Less than 21dBSPL
Max SPL (dB SPL)(0dB=20µP)
(Uni) 131dB SPL (71 Pa) (Omni) 134dB SPL (100 Pa)
Connector
JR16RK-7P type
Cable Length
26 feet
Power Requirements
AC120V, 50/60Hz (AC-MC800G)
Dimensions
2 1/4 dia. x 7 5/8 x 9 3/8 inches
Weight
1 lb 16 oz
Power Supply
(AC-MC800G)

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