DYNAMIC VOCAL MICROPHONE OVERVIEW: The OM is a re-issue of the original OM1, a hand-made microphone first issued in 1985. Designed, assembled, machined and tested by Audi in the USA, the OM is a dynamic vocal microphone. used for a wide variety. of live, studio, and broadcast applications. The OM is known for lis sharp, crisp vocal sound, resistance to feedback and ability to handle high sound pressure levels without distortion.