Used
Sound Pure's Take
Condition: Used, Excellent
From AEA
Features
- Designed for overheads, strings, and room mics
- Unobtrusive, video friendly look
- The same Big Ribbon™ as the R44
- Phantom powered electronics for optimal performance with any preamp
- 100% manufactured in Pasadena, CA
Modern Look, Big Ribbon Sound
Following the successful N22 model designed for singer-songwriters and project studios, the N8 sounds distinctly different despite having a similar appearance to the N22. In designing the N8, we set out to create the most open and natural sounding ribbon microphone ever made. Conceived to render acoustic spaces as faithfully as possible, the new N8 microphone excels in capturing drum overheads and rooms, strings, classical ensembles, and orchestras. As such, it is the ideal complement to the N22 microphone. But even when used up close, the N8 delivers exceptional clarity and warmth, while also taking EQ extremely well without ever being harsh.
By employing a similar design philosophy as used on the popular R88 stereo ribbon microphone, the N8 achieves an astonishingly transparent sound with a superior transient response that lets AEA’s famed Big Ribbon truly shine. The aluminum ribbon in the N8 is identical to the flagship R44 model in its dimensions and tuning, putting it in direct lineage of the iconic RCA 44 type.
The N8’s unobtrusive size and the “stealth” matte black finish is ideal for orchestral and TV work, where microphones need to be easy to position and more or less invisible. The N8’s phantom-powered electronics and a custom German transformer complete the package and deliver groundbreaking low level detail and optimal distortion performance, even when driving long cable lines in remote recording situations. Just like all other AEA products, the N8 is 100% manufactured in Pasadena, CA.
The N8 is the second member of AEA’s NUVO series of microphones. Rooted in the RCA tradition just like other AEA ribbon microphones, all NUVO microphones are designed to offer a fresh approach to the ribbon transducer and represent Wes Dooley’s take on the evolution of the ribbon microphone.
Specifications
Operating Principle:
- Pressure gradient microphone
Directional Pattern:
- Bidirectional or Figure-of-8
Frequency Range:
- 20 Hz to 20 kHz
Maximum SPL:
- 141 dBSPL (1% third harmonic > 1 kHz)
Output Impedance:
- 92 Ω broadband
Recommended Load Impedance:
- 1.0 kΩ or greater
Powering:
- P48 phantom power, 7 mA
Polarity:
- Pin 2 high for positive pressure at the front of the microphone.
Connector:
- XLR-3M
Off Axis Response:
Polar Pattern:
- Native bidirectional pattern
Horizontal:
- Level changes with angle, frequency response is consistent, –35 dB null at 90° / 270°
Vertical:
- Level changes with angle, reduced HF response above and below 0° / 180° axis, –35 dB null at 90° / 270°
Transducer element:
Ribbon Thickness:
- 1.8 μ (0.0000018 m) of pure aluminum
Ribbon Width:
- 0.185” (4.7 mm)
Ribbon Length:
- 2.35” (59.7 mm)
Accessories:
Included:
- Storage / shipping case, microphone stand clip, custom protective mic sleeve, user manual
Optional:
- Matched stereo pair
Limited Warranty:
- One year parts and labor, shipping not included. Three year extended warranty if the product is registered.
Height:
- 8.83” (32.4 cm)
Width:
- 1.62” (4.1 cm)
Depth:
- 1.62” (4.1 cm
Warranty
This item is sold without the Sound Pure 3-year warranty (used / B-stock / dealer-exempt). Coverage terms for items in this category live in Terms & Conditions, Section 27.
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