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SONY C-800GPAC1 Large-Diaphragm Tube Condenser Microphone with 6AU6 Tube, Selectable Omni/Cardioid and AC-MC800G Power Supply

Part #:
C800GPAC1
Model #:
C-800GPAC1
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The Sony C-800GPAC1 studio tube condenser microphone is designed for critical vocal recording in studios and film and video post-production houses. It features a large-diaphragm capsule, a 6AU6A vacuum tube, a built-in thermoelectric cooling system, -32 dB/Pa sensitivity, and electronically selectable omnidirectional or unidirectional directivity, with the AC-MC800G power supply included as part of the package.

Description

SONY C-800GPAC1 Studio Tube Condenser Microphone with AC-MC800G Power Supply

The C-800GPAC1 Studio Tube Condenser Microphone is designed for high-quality sound and is suitable for vocal recording in studios and film post-production houses. The Sony C-800GPAC1 features a large diaphragm capsule, high sensitivity of -32 dB/Pa, low noise and low distortion due to its built-in cooling system, and electronically selectable directivity, either omnidirectional or unidirectional.

The use of a rigorously selected 6AU6A vacuum tube gives this microphone its superb sonic quality, particularly at high frequencies and with exceptionally low noise levels. With a wide dynamic range and the ability to resolve subtle sound detail, the sonic quality is expressed as rich, natural, and sensitive, with an outstanding response to fast transients.

The C-800G is particularly suitable for critical vocal recording in recording studios and movie and video post-production houses, where sound clarity and nuance are essential. Its two-part body construction helps prevent acoustic vibration from reaching the microphone capsule, resulting in clarity of reproduction.

The built-in thermo-electric cooling system employs a semiconductor device, heat pipe, and heat sink, which contribute to the microphone's low noise and low distortion characteristics. With a high sensitivity of -32 dB/Pa, the microphone can capture subtle nuances at high frequencies with low noise levels and minimal distortion. Electronically selectable directivity provides either omnidirectional or unidirectional pickup for flexibility and control over pickup angle.

The AC-MC800G power supply unit is supplied as part of the C-800GPAC1 condenser microphone package.

Features

  • Designed for high-quality sound
  • Rigorously selected 6AU6A vacuum tube for superb sonic quality, particularly at high frequencies and with exceptionally low noise levels
  • Wide dynamic range and ability to resolve subtle sound detail with an outstanding response to fast transients
  • Particularly suitable for critical vocal recording in recording studios and movie and video post-production houses
  • Two-part body construction helps prevent acoustic vibration from reaching the microphone capsule
  • Built-in thermo-electric cooling system employing a semiconductor device, heat pipe, and heat sink
  • Cooling system contributes to low noise and low distortion characteristics
  • High sensitivity of -32 dB/Pa
  • Electronically selectable directivity, either omnidirectional or unidirectional
  • AC-MC800G power supply unit is supplied as part of the C-800GPAC1 condenser microphone package

Specifications

C-800G  
Capsule Type Condenser
Vacuum Tube 6AU6A
Frequency Response 20 Hz to 18.000 kHz
Directivity Uni-directional/Omni-directional
Output Impedance at 1 kHz 100Ω ±20% balanced
Sensitivity at 1 kHz (Uni) -32.0 dB/Pa
(Omni) -35.0 dB/Pa
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (Uni) 76 dB or more; (Omni) 73 dB or more (1 kHz, 1 Pa IEC 651, A-weighted)
Inherent Noise (Uni) Less than 18 dB SPL; (Omni) Less than 21 dB SPL (IEC 651, A-weighted)
Max. Input Sound Pressure Level (Uni) 131 dB SPL (71 Pa); (Omni) 134 dB SPL (100 Pa) (1 kHz 1% Distortion)
Dynamic Range 113 dB or more
Power Requirements AC120V, 60 Hz (AC-MC800G)
Power Consumption 65W (AC-MC800G)
Microphone Connector MIC output; JIS CNR01SRM016007 type
Dimensions (Dia x H x W) 2.25" (57 mm) x 9.38" (237 mm) x 7.63" (191 mm)
Weight 1.98 lbs (0.90 kg)
AC-MC800G  
Power Requirements AC120V, 60Hz
Power Consumption 65W
Microphone Connector MIC input: JIS CNR01SRM016007 type; Audio output: XLR-3-32 type
Dimensions (H x W x D) 4.25" (105 mm) x 8.5" (214 mm) x 12" (306 mm)
Weight 11.91 lbs (5.4 kg)

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In The Box

  • (1) C-800G Large-Diaphragm Tube Condenser Microphone 
  • (1) AC-MC800G Power Supply
  • (1) Mic Cable (8 m, JIS CNR-01 Type, 7-Pin)
  • (1) Windscreen 
  • (1) Cradle Suspension 
  • (1) Stand Screw Adaptor (PF 1/2 to NS3/8)
  • (1) Stand Screw Adaptor (PF 1/2 to NS5/8) 
  • (1) Carrying Case 
  • (2) Frequency Response Charts
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