Stam Audio SA-800G Tube Condensor Microphone

The Stam Audio SA-800G is a premium large-diaphragm tube condenser microphone, meticulously designed to recreate the elite performance of the original Sony C-800G. Known for its incredible clarity, warmth and detail, the Sony C-800G has long been a staple in high-end studios, but its prohibitive cost has made it inaccessible to many, until now. The SA-800G faithfully replicates the original’s design, featuring a 6AU6 vacuum tube, a dual-diaphragm capsule with switchable cardioid and omnidirectional patterns, and a dedicated cooling system to maintain tube stability and reduce noise.

Central to the Stam Audio SA-800G’s sound is a custom-made US capsule based on a vintage 1970s K67 backplate design. This capsule delivers the same lush top end that defines the original’s sonic signature. Paired with carefully selected NOS 6AU6 tubes and a custom Sowter output transformer matching the original’s ratio and frequency response, the SA-800G achieves a beautifully round low end, smooth mids, and the unmistakably airy high-frequency response that makes it ideal for vocals and acoustic instruments alike.

Stam Audio has made no compromises in components or circuit design, staying 100% true to the original schematic. Even the power supply mirrors the Sony C-800G, including two 6BA6 tubes and a full Peltier cooling system. Every Stam Audio SA-800G undergoes a 72-hour burn-in, and Stam provides lifetime tube replacements to ensure long-term reliability. The Stam AudioSA-800G delivers all the tone and finesse of the original at a price point that brings elite microphone performance within reach.