The Sony C800G Pac is one of the most highly revered microphones of all time, a title typically reserved for vintage tube mics and pre-war ribbon mics. Sony released this modern marvel in 1992, and it quickly became a favorite of rap, pop and R&B vocalists for its bright, detailed sound. Artists like J. Cole, Dr. Dre and Eminem have been known to record using the C-800G. Kanye West even used it to capture his subdued flow on "Through the Wire". The C800G Pac features two polar patterns: cardioid and omnidirectional. While the cardioid setting sounds great for recording vocals, the omnidirectional pattern excels at capturing room tones and ambient sounds, making it perfect for capturing acoustic instruments.