The Sony C800G Tube Microphone is an iconic tube condenser, known and loved for it's full ranged balanced and smooth sound, with lifted clarity and dimensional bigness. The C800G is like reality enhanced with a musical tone that let's vocals and dynamic sound sources (like acoustic stringed instruments) shine with a presence that sits perfectly on top of the mix.
The Sony C800G Tube Microphone is particularly suitable for critical vocal recording in recording studios and movie and video post-production houses, where sound clarity and nuance are essential. The use of a rigorously selected 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 ability to resolve subtle sound detail, the sonic quality is expressed as rich, natural, and sensitive with an outstanding response to fast transients. With a high sensitivity of –32 dB/Pa, this microphone can capture subtle nuances at high frequencies with low noise levels and minimum distortion.
The first microphone in the world to incorporate a built-in thermo-electric cooling system employing a semiconductor device, heat pipe, and heat sink, which greatly contribute to the low noise and low distortion characteristics. The design incorporates a two-part body construction that effectively helps prevent acoustic vibration from reaching the microphone capsule, resulting in clarity of reproduction.
Sony C800G Tube Microphone Features
- Studio Tube Condenser Microphone and power supply (in one box!)
- Designed for high-quality sound
- Suitable for vocal recording in studios and film post-production houses
- High sensitivity of –32 dB/Pa
- Low noise and low distortion due to built-in cooling system
- Large diaphragm capsule
- Electronically selectable directivity, either omni-directional or cardioid
Sony C800G Tube Microphone Specifications
- Capsule Type: Condenser
- Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 18 kHz
- Polar Pattern: Cardioid/Omni-directional
- Sensitivity:
- (Cardioid) –32.0 dB/Pa
- (Omni) –35.0 dB/Pa
- Dynamic Range: 113 dB or more
- S/N Ratio:
- (Cardioid) 76 dB or more
- (Omni) 73 dB or more
- Inherent Noise (0 dB SPL = 20 μPa):
- (Cardioid) Less than 18 dB SPL
- (Omni) Less than 21 dB SPL
- Max SPL (dB SPL) (0 dB SPL = 20 μPa):
- (Cardioid) 131 dB SPL
- (Omni) 134 dB SPL
- Connector: MIC output: JIS CNR01SRM016007 type
- Cable Length: Mic Cable: 26 feet
- Power Requirements: 120 V AC, 60 Hz
- Dimensions:
- Mic: 2.25 dia. x 7.63 x 9.38 inches
- Power Supply: 8.5 x 4.25 x 12.13 inches
- Weight:
- Mic: 2.0 lb
- Power Supply: 11 lb 14 oz
Sony C800G Tube Microphone Includes
- Sony C800G Tube Microphone
- AC-MC800G Power Supply
- 7-Pin Mic Cable
- Shock Mount
- Wind Screen
- Aluminum Case
- Warranty Registration Info
- Manufacturer Warranty
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Perfect for Modern Pop (but outstanding across all genres)
Nov 18th 2025Even as a beginner audio engineer, I decided to equip my studio right away with what truly feels like the crown jewel of professional recording: the Sony C-800G. Recommended to me by top-tier studios and engineers as the absolute benchmark on the market, it delivers exceptional openness, purity, and high-fidelity capture that sets a new standard for vocal recording. I can fully confirm all the hype surrounding this microphone. It performs flawlessly on male and female vocals, shines in modern pop—my main genre—but also holds its ground in rock, metal, R&B, EDM, and beyond. The consistency, clarity, and sonic integrity you get straight out of the box are game-changing. It’s a premium investment, but the value is undeniable from the very first take. It has become my one true microphone love.
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5 Stars because it is the best
Mar 4th 2025There are pres that make any mic sound better, this mic makes any vocal, any pre, any signal chain sound better. You can put it in any scenario and it will simply add it's magic touch to it. Not hyped, just accurate.
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love
Dec 10th 2024It was worth the wait This mic is perfect I'll be a legend like this microphone
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Legendary!
Aug 28th 2024I recently got the Sony C800G Tube Microphone from Front End Audio, and wow, it sounds amazing! I've used all the big named mics before, but the C800G is special. The way it captures my vocals is just super clear, you can hear every little detail. Legendary!
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