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Austrian Audio OC616: A Punchier CKR12 Capsule Without the Flagship Price Tag

October 1, 2026October 1, 2026

Austrian Audio releases the OC616, a $749 multi-pattern condenser featuring the CKR12 capsule, trading the OC818's dual-output features for more presence and high-midrange cut

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Rode NT1 5th Gen Review (2025): 32-Bit, USB-C & XLR For The Masses

October 14, 2025October 21, 2025

A $249 microphone with 32-bit float recording that never clips? RØDE fundamentally reimagined their legendary NT1 , the world’s best-selling studio condenser with 6 million units sold. We spent weeks testing the 5th Generation’s dual XLR/USB connectivity. Here’s the verdict...

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