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Key Features
Exceptional clarity in every environment. The Oktava MK-103 is a medium sized diaphragm microphone, developed to add another dimension to Oktava's range of small and large condenser microphones. Offering the exceptional clarity synonymous with Oktava mics, the MK-103 also offers excellent cardioid pattern attenuation over a broad frequency range. This is perfect for users looking for a focused sound and strong rejection of ambient room noise.
This is achieved in part, by using a transformerless circuit, which allows the MK-103 to be used for a variety of sources. This is due to the extended frequency response, uncoloured clarity and ability to handle significant levels without distortion. Because of this, a common application of the MK-103's is close-miced overheads.
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Oktava developed a brand-new capsule specifically for the MK-103. The 19.5 mm capsule is capable of quick transient response, reminiscent of their MK-012 small diaphragm mic. This is achieved whilst still retaining some of the character found in larger diaphragm capsules. The result is a capsule with exceptional response and audio transparency.
The MK-103 features an in-line, pencil microphone body. This is used in order to eliminate a reflection source between sound source and capsule. This further improves the clarity of recordings captured with the MK-103. The head basket fits tightly around the capsule, helping to eliminate another source of sound reflections. The head basket also features an acoustically designed curve to eliminate sharp edge refractions. This ensures frequencies are received accurately by the MK-103’s capsule.
Oktava have implemented their much-admired transformerless circuit from the MK-012 microphone in the MK-103. The transformerless design allows the MK-103 to deliver an uncoloured and clear sound. This also contributes to the MK-103's extended high and low frequency response. One of the main benefits to implementing a transformerless circuit is the ability to handle much more level without distortion. This makes the MK-103 extremely versatile in its application, suited to both loud and quiet sources.
In an on-axis configuration (pointed directly at the sound source), the MK-103 responds quickly to transients and provides a bright, extended high frequency response. The resulting sound offers exceptional clarity, with a modern tonality heard across countless records.
When utilised in an off-axis setup, the MK-103 is capable of operating in a tightly focused cardioid pattern through moderate attenuation at 90 degrees. Very strong midrange attenuation at 180 degrees is also achieved, minimising room noise and sound from unwanted sources. This helps the MK-103 excel in both live and studio situations where the user wants a focused sound and strong attenuation of ambient room sound.