UNIVERSAL AUDIO BOCK 167

Description:

When the legendary ’67 was introduced in 1960, many audio pros lauded the large-diaphragm tube condenser as the most natural-sounding microphone yet. Of course, it went on to become an enduring, coveted classic and spawned legions of worthy descendants, both tube and solid-state. Back in the day, pro audio equipment was handwired and assembled with mil-spec parts and materials — which, together with their extraordinary sonics, explains why we still see half-century-old microphones in major studios worldwide. The cost and complexities of maintaining these vintage treasures in working order, however, are more than most small studio owners care to take on. Enter the Universal Audio Bock 167. David Bock is well known in the contemporary pro audio community for the excellence of his vintage-style microphone designs. Equipped with its custom K 67 capsule and optimized tube electronics, the Bock 167 delivers the sonic proficiency of the venerable ’67 in a cutting-edge modern design with enhanced sensitivity, detail, and enhancements that render it considerably more versatile than the original.

Features:

• Continuously variable (omnidirectional, cardioid, figure-8) polar pattern
• 4-position HF tone-shaping switch for impressive versatility
• Fat switch changes the tube bias for 2 distinct sonic personalities
• 50Hz rumble filter removes undesirable LF content
• Proprietary all-brass capsule with 6-micron diaphragm
• Inductor-based power supply for increased dynamic range and tube longevity
• Includes shockmount, power supply, 20-foot cable, and signature wood storage box
• Handcrafted in the USA

Specification:

• Microphone Type: Tube Condenser
• Mono/Stereo: Mono
• Polar Pattern: Cardioid, Figure-8, Omnidirectional (continuously variable)
• Diaphragm Size: 1″ (25.4mm)
• Frequency Response: 10Hz-18kHz
• Max SPL: 118 dB 1% THD
• Output Impedance: 200 ohms
• Signal to Noise Ratio: 75dB (A weighted)
• Sensitivity: -29 dB (33 mV) ref 1V at 1 Pa, 1 kHz
• Self Noise: 19dB (A weighted)
• Pads: -20dB
• Tube: New Old Stock EF732
• Features: PAD (-20 dB): off/on, MODE: fat/norm, Hi FREQ: Cut 5 kHz, Cut/Boost 10 kHz, Flat
• Color: Blue
• Power Source: External power supply
• Connector: XLR
• Dimensions: 8″ x 2.04″
• Weight: 1.55 lbs.
• Included Accessories: Shockmount, power supply, 20′ cable, signature wooden box
• Manufacturer Part Number: MIC-UA167