CC8 vs OC18: The Mic Shootout You Didn’t See Coming

This week on The Pro Audio Suite, we pit two Austrian Audio mics head-to-head: the compact CC8 pencil mic versus the classic OC18 large diaphragm condenser — both run through the PASport VO interface. The results? Surprisingly close. AP takes the CC8 for a spin in his booth and on the road, while George and Robert weigh in on specs, noise floors, travel setups, shotgun myths, and why mic placement matters more than mic price in many situations. We also dig into the legacy of the Sennheiser 416, explore the quirks of mic voicing, and chat about some esoteric models only mic nerds will remember. Whether you’re a gear head, a travelling VO, or just mic-curious — this one’s for you. 👊 Shout out to our sponsors: TriBooth – Get $200 off with code PASA200 Austrian Audio – Makers of the OC18 and CC8 we tested today 🎙️ Recorded via Source Connect 🎛️ Edited by Andrew Peters 🎚️ Mixed by Robbo 🌐 More episodes and info: theproaudiosuite.com 📢 Join the convo on Facebook: The Pro Audio Suite Group