Nordic Audio Labs NU-880K – Multi-Channel Surround Microphone

OVERVIEW

The Nordic Audio Labs NU-880K is a highly versatile multi-channel surround microphone designed to capture immersive audio with exceptional clarity and realism. Built around a native B-format architecture with three outputs (WXY), the microphone records a full spatial sound field that can later be shaped into multiple microphone configurations. This allows engineers to create mono, stereo, Blumlein, or full surround microphone patterns from the same recorded signal.

One of the most powerful aspects of the NU-880K is its ability to adjust pickup patterns and aiming angles during mixing or post-production. Using either a dedicated plugin or simple mixing techniques, engineers can effectively “re-aim” the microphone after recording. Multiple virtual microphones can even be generated simultaneously from the same recording, making it possible to capture a mono vocal mic, a stereo pair, and a surround ambience microphone all from a single take.

Despite this remarkable flexibility, the NU-880K maintains the sonic character Nordic Audio Labs microphones are known for – delivering expansive realism, deep emotional detail, and highly processable recordings that retain their integrity even under heavy processing. The result is a microphone capable of producing immersive recordings that feel astonishingly close to being physically present in the space.

KEY HIGHLIGHTS

Native B-Format Surround Recording

The NU-880K captures audio using a native B-format configuration with three outputs (WXY). This allows the full spatial sound field to be recorded, providing maximum flexibility when shaping the final microphone patterns during production.

One Microphone, Multiple Virtual Microphones

From a single recording, engineers can generate multiple virtual microphones, including mono cardioid, stereo pairs, Blumlein configurations, or full surround setups. This dramatically expands creative possibilities without requiring multiple microphones.

Post-Production Pattern and Angle Control

Using a dedicated plugin or simple mixing, the pickup pattern and aiming direction can be adjusted after the recording is complete. This allows engineers to refine microphone placement and spatial perspective during mixing.

Immersive Sound with Exceptional Realism

The NU-880K captures sound with remarkable depth and realism, delivering recordings that preserve the emotional impact and spatial detail of the original performance.

Ideal for Stereo and Surround Production

Whether recording music, ambience, film sound, or immersive audio, the NU-880K provides the flexibility and sound quality needed for modern stereo and surround recording workflows.

FEATURES

• Multi-channel surround microphone with native B-format recording
• Three outputs (WXY) for flexible spatial audio capture
• Can function as a mono, stereo, or surround microphone
• Virtual microphones can be created from a single recording
• Pickup patterns and aiming angles are adjustable during mixing
• Compatible with dedicated plugins or standard mixing techniques
• Delivers highly realistic, immersive sound capture
• Wide dynamic range and highly processable recordings
• Suitable for music production, ambience recording, and surround audio applications
• Includes shock mount and hard case

TECHNICAL SPECS

Type: LDC True Omni

Series: Signature

Polar Pattern: Omni with HF Focus

Frequency Response: 20 – 20.000 Hz (+1/-2 dB)

Sensitivity: 53.4 mV/Pa

Self Noise: 13.6 dBA

Max SPL 1% THD: 135 dBA @ 10k load

Power Requirement: +48V Phantom @ 5.2 mA

Output Impedance: 22 Ohms

Lenght: 192.5 mm

Diameter: 38 mm

Weight: 395 g

Accessories: Shock Mount & Hardcase (included)