AEA R88 Stereo Ribbon Microphone Quick n' Dirty
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In this video, Sound Pure pro audio expert Marc Kuzio reviews the AEA R88 Stereo Ribbon Microphone.
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LDC Kick Drum Mic Shootout: Neumann U47 FET vs Bock iFET vs Soyuz SU-019
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In this video we present an LDC kick drum microphone shootout using the Neumann U47 FET, the Bock iFET and the Soyuz SU-019. Can you tell which one's which? If you are interested in hearing the results and/or getting aho... Read more
In this video we present an LDC kick drum microphone shootout using the Neumann U47 FET, the Bock iFET and the Soyuz SU-019. Can you tell which one's which? If you are interested in hearing the results and/or getting ahold of the audio files from this shootout, give us a shout, we'd love to hear from you!
AEA Sessions - Appel Interstellaire - French Horn (AEA R88)
Also in this recording AEA R88 MKII Stereo Ribbon Microphone
French Horn performed by Dylan Hart Videography and audio by Alex Chaloff (http://www.bucketsmovingcompany.com) INPUT LIST: Room Mic - R88 - D.A.V. BG1 PreampConverters: RME Fireface UFXDAW: Nuendo 4 @ 96k/24bit
AEA Sessions - The Architect - Piano (R88)
Also in this recording AEA R88 MKII Stereo Ribbon Microphone
"The Architect" performed by Josh Nelson Videography and audio by Alex Chaloff. INPUT LIST: Piano - R88 - DAV BG1 Preamp Converters: RME Fireface UFX DAW: Nuendo 4 @ 96k/24bit
AEA Sessions - Fiddle Medley
Also in this recording AEA N8 NUVO Phantom Powered Ribbon Microphone AEA R88 MKII Stereo Ribbon Microphone
NPUT LIST:Fiddle - N8 - Edirol R44 PreampRoom Mic - R88 - Edirol R44 PreampConverters: Edirol R44DAW: Nuendo 4 @ 48k/24bit
AEA Sessions - Cello
Also in this recording AEA N8 NUVO Phantom Powered Ribbon Microphone AEA R88 MKII Stereo Ribbon Microphone AEA RPQ Stereo Ribbon Preamp
INPUT LIST:Cello - N8 - Millennia PreampRoom Mic - R88 - RPQ PreampDAW: ProTools HD @ 96k/24bit
AEA Sessions -Drum Solo
Also in this recording AEA N8 NUVO Phantom Powered Ribbon Microphone AEA R44 CE Ribbon Microphone AEA R88 MKII Stereo Ribbon Microphone
INPUT LIST:Kick - R44 - RPQ PreampOverheads - N8 (x2) - Millennia PreampRoom Mic - R88 - RPQ PreampDAW: ProTools HD @ 96k/24bit
From AEA
The active R88A mic retains the same sonic character of the R88, but with an additional 12dB of output and a stable impedance. This gives a consistent frequency response and greater flexibility with different preamps, including those found in audio interfaces for personal computers. This is great for on-the-road musicians who might have to use a different preamp each night.
The extra 12db of output is vital when recording quiet sources like vocals or soft acoustic guitars. The active circuitry also prevents noise interference on long cable runs or when operating near large lighting rigs. The R88A’s active circuitry requires standard 48-volt phantom power to operate. The premium R88A is visually distinguished by a red cable at its base.
Features
♦ two Big Ribbons™ in a fixed Blumlein and mid-side configuration
♦ Astonishingly open and natural sound
♦ Far-field ribbon mic designed to retain low end and top end at a distance
♦ Stereo version of the AEA N8
♦ Active R88A version has 12dB level increase and is optimized for all preamps
♦ Made in the U.S.A.
A STEREO MICROPHONE LIKE YOUR OWN EARS
The stereo R88 captures a space as it sounds live and in person, with all the present subtlety and nuance. Its expansive frequency response and balanced low end make it superbly effective when capturing the full breadth of sound from the back of a room or above a drum set.
Alongside the mono AEA N8, it boasts the widest frequency range of any mic in the AEA lineup and effortlessly manages more complex source audio like drums, strings, piano, and other instruments that produce intricate transients, harsher highs, and bellowing lows. The Blumlein configuration of the ribbons allows for a sweeping range of perspective, so an entire ensemble and room can be captured by the R88 alone.
The R88A retains the same sonic character of the R84 but offers an additional 12dB of output and a stable impedance that allows flexibility when recording quiet sources through any preamp.
THE ENGINEER’S SECRET WEAPON
R88 Series mics are an engineer’s secret weapon, offering a level of detail and balance in recording like no other microphone available. Packaged in a sleek, five-pound black shell designed for quick setup, it’s an excellent choice for remote recording.
Particularly well suited for the rock, roots, classical, Americana and jazz genres, R88 Series microphones have such versatility that engineers like John Cuniberti use it as their one mic to capture an entire band performing live in the same room. There is a reason that legendary Blackbird Studios in Nashville owns five R88s.
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