UNIVERSAL AUDIO UA Bock 167 Tube Condenser Mic

Multipattern tube condenser microphone

• Wide-diaphragm, multipattern tube condenser microphone
• Handcrafted at the UA Custom Shop in Santa Cruz, California
• Sound inspired by the legendary U67s, with modern enhancements by David Bock
• Variable polar patterns: omnidirectional, cardioid and figure-8
• Dual-symmetrical K67 capsule and Lundahl transformer
• "Fat" switch for low-frequency enhancement
• Including UA Bock 167 linear PSU and premium case

The classic tube sound with modern flexibility

The Universal Audio UA Bock 167 gives voices and instruments the smooth, rich tone of the celebrated U67, enhanced by contemporary sound modeling features. Each unit is hand-built in Santa Cruz, California, to the specifications of renowned designer David Bock.

A handcrafted masterpiece for your studio

The product of more than two decades of experience in servicing and optimizing the world's most prestigious microphones, the UA Bock 167 is ideal for singers, acoustic instruments, drums and voiceovers. Its handcrafted construction and choice of quality components make it an investment destined to last.

Iconic sound features with total control

With three EQ filtering options, a "Fat" switch that boosts low frequencies between 10 Hz and 400 Hz, and a continuously variable polar pattern, the UA Bock 167 enables more dynamic, extended and versatile recordings than classic vintage microphones.

Built for a lifetime of extraordinary recordings

Assembled with dual-symmetrical K67 capsules, Lundahl transformer and NOS EF732 tube, each UA Bock 167 is tested to David Bock's rigorous standards. Supplied with dedicated linear power supply, professional suspension and fine case.

Specifications.

• Type: multipattern tube condenser microphone
• Polar patterns: omnidirectional, cardioid, figure-8 (continuously variable)
• Capsule: K67 dual-symmetrical
• Transformer: Lundahl
• Fat" switch: +10 Hz-400 Hz
• EQ: cut -1.5 dB @ 5 kHz, cut -3 dB @ 10 kHz, flat, boost +2 dB @ 10 kHz
• Frequency response: 10 Hz - 18 kHz, ±2 dB
• Max SPL: 118 dB SPL (1% THD)
• Valve: NOS EF732
• Accessories included: linear power supply UA Bock 167 PSU, premium case, suspension