Description
The UA Bock 167 is a large-diaphragm tube condenser microphone featuring a continuously variable polar pattern, high frequency boost-flat-cut controls, “fat” switch for extended bass response, and -10 dB pad.
Record with rich tube magic.
The UA Bock 167 is Universal Audio’s large-diaphragm tube condenser mic, built to give vocals and instruments the classic smooth tone of the legendary U67.
Handcrafted at the UA Custom Shop in California, with enhancements by world-renowned mic designer David Bock, this premium multi-pattern studio mic combines modern features with boutique craftsmanship, for years of impeccable recordings.
Key Features
Premium large-diaphragm multi-pattern tube condenser mic, lovingly handmade at the UA Custom Shop in Santa Cruz, California
Iconic “golden-unit” mic sounds with modern enhancements by David Bock
Continuously variable omnidirectional, cardioid, and figure-8 polar patterns
Dual-symmetrical K67 capsule and Lundahl transformer
Get Iconic Sounds with Modern Tone Sculpting
Vintage U67 tube mics are cherished for their full sound and lively midrange. Our UA Bock 167 improves upon this classic design with three EQ filtering options, a unique “fat” switch for boosting between 10 Hz and 400 Hz, and continuously variable polar pattern. This translates into recordings with more dynamic range, tonal extension, and flexibility.
Add a Handmade Masterpiece to your Studio
The UA Bock 167 is David Bock’s thoughtful reimagining of the iconic U67 mics he studied and maintained as chief technical engineer of the world’s top recording studios for two decades. Handbuilt at UA’s Custom Shop in Santa Cruz, California, the UA Bock 167 is the perfect choice for recording singers, acoustic instruments, drums, and voiceovers.
Experience a Lifetime of Beautiful Recordings
Handwired using premium components — including a dual-symmetrical K67 capsule, Lundahl transformer, and NOS tube — each UA Bock 167 is built and tested to David Bock’s exacting specifications. With its premium case, professional shock mount, and hand-tuned power supply, this mic will provide years of exceptional recordings.
Specifications:
- POLAR PATTERN Continuously variable Omnidirectional through Cardiold and Figure-8
- CAPSULE 1” diameter Dual symmetrical backplate Dual diaphragm K67 type
- TUBE New Old Stock EF732
- MAXIMUM SPL 118 dB SPL, 1% THD
- ADJUSTABLE CONTROLS
- PAD (-10 dB): Off/On
- MODE: Fat/Normal
- HI FREQ: Cut 5 kHz, Cut/Boost 10 kHz, Flat
- FREQUENCY RANGE 10 Hz – 18 kHz +/- 2 dB
- SENSITIVITY -29 dB (33 mV) ref 1V at 1Pa, 1 KHz
- OUTPUT IMPEDANCE 200 Ohms
- RECOMMENDED LOAD
- IMPEDANCE >2KOhms
- DYNAMIC RANGE 99 dB
- SIGNAL-TO-NOISE RATIO 75 dB
- POWER UA Bock 167 PSU true linear, 115V (default) or 230V operation
- CONNECTORS 6-PIn XLR (mic), 3-Pin XLRM (power supply)