studio
$20,499.99USD
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Best for
Studio vocal tracking and film/TV post-production where the C-800G's characteristic tube warmth, high sensitivity (-32 dB/Pa), and low self-noise are wanted. Suits engineers who need one microphone that switches electronically between cardioid and omni, and who record in a controlled studio with a fixed power supply.
Who should skip
Buyers needing live, field, or portable use; those working exclusively outside North American mains, since the cited source lists power as 120V AC/60Hz only; anyone needing polar patterns beyond cardioid/omni or high-frequency extension above 18 kHz; and budget-conscious buyers, as this is a high-end studio instrument requiring its dedicated power supply and cabling.
Watchouts
Single-source limitation: manufacturer (pro.sony) and major retailer pages (Sweetwater, B&H, Vintage King, Thomann, Reverb, Long & McQuade) were inaccessible during research, so all specifications here come from one retailer listing (economik.com) and should be verified against official Sony documentation before purchase. That source lists power as 120V AC/60Hz only and frequency response topping out at 18 kHz - confirm voltage/region compatibility and that the dedicated power supply and JIS connector cable are included. Color/finish and any GTIN could not be sourced and are omitted.
Likely add-ons
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