AEA R88 MK2
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AEA
R88 MK2
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The AEA R88 MK2 is a truly exceptional ribbon mic, offering a lush, vintage tone with modern clarity. It’s a fantastic choice for tracking vocals, acoustic instruments, and drum overheads where a wide, natural stereo image is critical. This is a high-end mic aimed at serious studios and engineers seeking a distinctive, classic ribbon sound.
Product Description
- AEA R88 MK2
- Stereo Ribbon Microphone
- Can also be used as a mid-side configuration
- 2 Ribbons placed 90º apart with figure-of-eight polar pattern
- Each 1.8 µm thin aluminium ribbon (4.7 x 59.7 mm)
- Frequency range: 20 to 20
- 000 Hz
- Limiting sound pressure level: 165 dB
- Sensitivity: 2.5 mV/Pa (-52 dBV)
- Output impedance: 270 Ohm
- Connection: XLR 5M plug
- Dimensions (H x D): 381 x 99 mm
- Weight: 2.6 kg
- Incl. 4.5 m cable XLR 5F male to 2x XLR3-M
- swivel adapter
- protective cover and high-quality carrying case
- Handmade in USA
- • Exceptional stereo imaging due to precisely aligned ribbon elements.
- • The thin, 1.8µm aluminum ribbons offer a remarkably smooth high-end response.
- • Robust build quality with a substantial feel, indicative of its premium construction.
- • Mid-side configuration expands creative possibilities for stereo recording techniques.
- • Significant weight (2.6kg) makes it less ideal for mobile or overhead rigging.
- • Requires a high-quality preamp to fully realize its sensitivity and detail.
- • The figure-8 pattern can pick up unwanted room reflections if not properly positioned.
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