Oktava MK-012-02 MSP4 Microphones Set

The Oktava MK-012-02 MSP4 Microphone Set gives you a factory matched, stereo pair of the Oktava MK-012-01 microphone with both Cardioid and Omni capsules. This convenient package is a great place to start if you are in the market for a set of stereo microphones that can cover a wide range of applications. Hand made in Tula Russia; these world renown mics are designed with solid electronics built to last years of use. The matte black version is a sleek option that will easily fade into the background in the studio, on stage, and in film.

The Oktava MK-012-02 MSP4 is a factory matched pair of microphones that offer a natural smooth and musically balanced character with great off-axis rejection, ideal for your stereo overhead, acoustic guitar, and piano recordings. The small size of the microphones provides easy positioning, even in tight spaces. Designed to be modular, you can easily swap out the capsules and pads, making these mics a versatile powerhouse in the recording studio and giving you the option to configure your MSP4 set to each unique recording application. The included -10 dB pads are ideal for high SPL environments, making the MSP4 perfect for stereo recording applications. An optional HyperCardioid Capsule is available separately or included in the MSP6 Microphone Set. Whatever you configuration may be, Front End Audio is here to help you build your Oktava microphone system.

Front End Audio is the exclusive Oktava distributor for the USA and we only sell genuine Russian made microphones. As of August 2021, Oktava has introduced updated packaging for all Oktava MK-012 microphones. The new packaging features a high-end color printed flip box with magnetic closure and a rigid foam insert. This new packaging is designed to bring cohesiveness to the brand and provide the most protection for Oktava microphones during transportation and storage. Want to know more, check out the official Oktava press release here.

Oktava MK-012-02 MSP4 Microphones Set Features

Genuine Russian Made
Multi-Capsule design
Ideal for stereo recordings
Compact design for easy positioning to sound source
Old School simplistic design - for reliability
Also available in Silver

Oktava MK-012-02 MSP4 Microphones Set Specifications

Mic type: Small diaphragm condenser
Polar Pattern: Cardioid & Omni
Connector: XLR
Freq. Response: 20-20000Hz
Power: 48 +\- 2V
Output Impedance: 300 ohms
Equivalent Noise Level: 18 dBA
Maximum SPL: 130 db

Oktava MK-012-02 MSP4 Microphones Set Includes

x2 Oktava MK-012 Bodies
x2 Cardioid Capsules
x2 Omnidirectional Capsules
x2 -10db Pads
x2 Mounts

What We Think

The Oktava MSP4 Kit gives you two mic bodies, two -10pads (perfect for drums and other loud sound sources), two Cardioid capsules, and two Omnidirectional capsules. The MSP4 kit is perfect for individual mono sound sources, and stereo miking applications in stereo spaced pair, ORTF (with cardioid or omni caps), and X/Y – as well as mixing one cardiod and one omni for more unique stereo recordings of stringed acoustic instruments.

The Oktava MK-012 has been a go-to mic for a number of audio applications for me, for around 20 years now. Whether it be acoustic guitar and stringed instruments, drum room and overheads (thanks to it's great transient response), or even dialogue, the MK-012 is a reliable tool for the job. Their detail, off-axis rejection (cardioid and hyper-cardioid capsules), as well as tunable proximity effect – coupled with the different kit configurations, makes the MK-012 a highly versatile small diaphragm condenser.

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Oktava MK-012

Posted by 810Audio on Feb 19th 2021

Nice little pair of mics. The mic clips are quite convenient making placement a breeze and they sound exactly like what you'd expect sdc's in this range to sound like. I'm liking them a lot for overheads and looking forward to the time when I'll be able to record in ambient spaces with them.
4
Good value so far

Posted by DMK on May 8th 2018

I haven’t had a chance to try these on the intended source (a 1972 Martin D-35 - in the shop getting “renewed”), but tried them out with an old Epiphone dreadnaught style. They are clear, clean, and balanced, though I’m not sure just how “matched” a pair they are — though admittedly I haven’t done anything remotely like a fair A/B test.

All in all, for the price, for interchangeable cardiod and omni capsules for each, plus an in-line pad for each...it’s a great deal and wouldn’t hesitate to buy again.
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Fast and Easy

Posted by Jason Frey on Jun 19th 2015

Shipping was fast and product arrived as described.