The company "Oktava" has unveiled the MK-019 condenser microphone. It was developed for professional recording and amplification of musical instruments — from guitar and piano to drums. It is also suitable for miking orchestras, choirs, and theatrical productions.
The model was created with the requirements of sound engineers in mind, particularly those who work with high sound-pressure sources. Thanks to its design, the microphone delivers a clean and detailed signal even in challenging acoustic conditions.
Its main advantage is the ability to withstand sound pressure of up to 137 dB without distortion. At the same time, the microphone maintains high sensitivity — 18 mV/Pa — and a low self-noise level. A cardioid polar pattern helps reject unwanted sounds.
The microphone is housed in a metal body. Its diameter is 26 mm and its length is 114 mm. Another feature of the model is its modular design. Interchangeable capsules are mounted on magnets, allowing the microphone to be quickly adapted for different tasks, the company emphasized.
Lyubov Stalnova, CEO of "Oktava DM," emphasized that the devices are tested in real-world conditions even before release.
It is important for us that every new product undergoes a trial run in real work, which is why we test devices in advance together with sound engineers. This approach allows us to create tools that people trust. The MK-019 performs equally confidently both when recording a quiet piano and when reinforcing a powerful drum kit.
The development was based on the MK-012 condenser microphone, originally released in the second half of the 1990s.