AEA R84
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AEA
R84
Product Info
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The AEA R84 is a beautifully voiced ribbon mic, delivering a classic, warm tone with surprising clarity. It's a workhorse for vocals, acoustic instruments, and even electric guitar cabs – especially when you want a vintage vibe. This is a premium-priced mic that's a serious contender for studios looking for a reliable, character-rich ribbon.
Product Description
- AEA R84
- Ribbon Microphone
- Polar pattern: Eight
- 1.8 µm thin aluminium ribbon (4.7 x 59.7 mm)
- Reduced proximity effect and treble enhancement
- Frequency range: 20 - 20
- 000 Hz
- Maximum sound pressure level: 165 dB SPL (1% THD > 1 kHz)
- Output impedance: 270 Ohm
- Fixed 3 m cable with XLR3-M connector
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 295 x 99 x 64 mm
- Weight: 1.3 kg
- Incl. microphone holder
- protective cover and carrying case
- Handmade in USA
PROS
- • Exceptional detail retrieval thanks to the 1.8µm ribbon thickness.
- • Natural, smooth high-end response avoids harshness on brighter sources.
- • Figure-8 pattern excels in stereo recording and isolation.
- • Robust build quality with a fixed, durable 3m cable.
CONS
- • Relatively heavy, making it less ideal for mobile recording setups.
- • Fixed cable limits placement flexibility compared to XLR options.
- • Requires a clean preamp to fully realize its sonic potential.
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Key Features
Mic Type
Ribbon Microphone
Polar Pattern
Figure-8
Frequency Range
20 - 20,000 Hz
Max SPL
165 dB SPL (1% THD > 1 kHz)
Sensitivity
-54 dBV/Pa (1.8 mV at 1 kHz)
Connector
XLR3-M
Weight
1.3 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
The R84 is generally smoother and more refined than the R-121, with less emphasis on the lower mids and a more controlled high-end.
While it's a design choice, the 3m cable is usually sufficient for most studio setups; however, longer runs necessitate careful consideration of impedance matching and potential noise.
A clean, low-noise preamp with ample gain is essential – something like a Millennia or a Neve is ideal to avoid adding unwanted coloration.
