Sony C-800G

The Sony C-800G is one of the most sought-after modern vocal microphones ever built—known for its ultra-detailed top end, tight low frequency response, and that unmistakable “finished” sound right out of the speakers. It’s the mic behind countless hit records across pop, R&B, and acoustic music, prized for its ability to capture every nuance without losing musicality.

What Makes Ours Different

Not all 800Gs are created equal.

The Rack-N-Roll Audio C-800G was custom tuned by legendary engineer Mike Shipley alongside owner Rob Dennis specifically for Alison Krauss. The result is a microphone that goes beyond the already elite standard—smoother, more dimensional, and perfectly balanced for high-end vocal recording.

It also features custom solid-core cabling by Requisite Audio, further enhancing clarity, depth, and transient response. This isn’t just a stock C-800G—it’s a refined, purpose-built instrument.

The Sound

This mic delivers an incredibly open and intimate top end without harshness, paired with a focused low end that sits effortlessly in a mix. Whether it’s a whisper or a powerhouse vocal, it captures detail in a way that feels expensive and complete from the first take.

Put simply: this is hands down one of the most stunning C-800Gs you will ever hear.

Proven on Legendary Recordings

You can hear this exact microphone on the O Brother, Where Art Thou? (soundtrack) soundtrack, as well as on Alison Krauss & Union Station’s Grammy-winning album Paper Airplane.

At Rack-N-Roll Audio

If you’re chasing a vocal that feels world-class the moment you hit playback, this is one of those rare pieces that delivers every single time.

Available to rent as stereo pair