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Oktava MK-012
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Oktava MK-012

Small-diaphragm condenser with interchangeable capsules (cardioid, hypercardioid, omni)

Approximate Some readings for this mic are uncertain; see the graphs.

Type
Condenser
Pattern
Cardioid / hypercardioid / omni
Sensitivity
−40 dBV/Pa computed
Self-noise
18 dB(A)
Max SPL
140 dB SPL
Impedance
150 Ω
Rated range
20 – 20k Hz

Frequency response

Angle
Distance

Frequency response: from the manual, p. 13. Titled "Frequency response", "AP «omni»"; 10 dB per division, no reference stated. Distance and room not stated. Approximate reading error up to about 1 dB.

Dashed: outside the rated range, or simulated (other angles and distances). Hover or tap the graphs for values.

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All specs

From the manual
Capsulesmall diaphragm, 24 mm body; interchangeable: pressure receiver (omni), pressure-gradient receiver (cardioid, hypercardioid)p. 12
Sensitivity−40 dBV/Pa (10 mV/Pa), 1 kHz. Not stated by the manufacturer: Stated as 10 mV/Pa; converted: 20·log10(0.010) = -40. One value for all three capsules.
Self-noise18 dB(A). "Equivalent sound pressure level due to self-noise".
Max SPL140 dB SPL. No THD figure or pad setting given.
Output impedance150 ohm
Rated frequency range20 Hz to 20 kHz
Poweringphantom 48 V (IEC 61938)p. 9
Current draw3.5 mAp. 12
Pad−10 dB. A separate -10 dB attenuator that fits between capsule and preamplifier; in the kit.p. 7
ConnectorXLR-3 malep. 9
Weight110 gp. 12
Dimensions24 × 115 mm. Diameter × length.
Operating conditionsIndoors, -10 to 35 °C, up to 93% relative humidity at 25 °Cp. 11
In the kitCardioid, omni and hypercardioid capsules, preamplifier, -10 dB attenuator, clipp. 7

Documents

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