AEA R88A
The AEA R88A stands as a pinnacle in stereo ribbon microphone technology, offering an active version optimized for all preamps. Capturing the live and nuanced sound of a space, the R88A, an evolution of the R88, boasts an expansive frequency response and balanced low end, making it exceptionally effective for recording a wide range of sound sources.
Key Features
- Active Stereo Ribbon Microphone:
- The R88A is an active stereo ribbon microphone, designed for optimal performance with all preamps.
- Live and Nuanced Sound Capture:
- Captures the live and nuanced sound of a space with remarkable subtlety and clarity, providing an authentic recording experience.
- Expansive Frequency Response:
- The microphone's expansive frequency response and balanced low end make it highly effective for capturing the full spectrum of sound, ideal for various recording scenarios.
- R88A vs. R88:
- The R88A retains the same sonic character as the R88 but offers an additional 12dB of output and stable impedance for greater flexibility with different preamps.
- Built-in JFET Electronics:
- Equipped with JFET electronics and a custom transformer, similar to the one used in the active R44, providing a premium built-in preamp.
- Consistent Frequency Response:
- The active circuitry ensures a consistent frequency response, enhancing flexibility with various preamps, including those in audio interfaces for personal computers.
- Ideal for Quiet Sources:
- The extra 12dB of output is vital for recording quiet sources like vocals or soft acoustic guitars, ensuring optimal signal levels.
- Noise Interference Prevention:
- Active circuitry prevents noise interference on long cable runs or when operating near large lighting rigs, ensuring clean and interference-free recordings.
- Phantom Power Operation:
- The active circuitry requires standard 48-volt phantom power to operate, ensuring compatibility with common recording setups.
- Visual Distinction:
- The premium R88A is visually distinguished by a red cable at its base, signifying its active status.
- Versatile Recording Solution:
- Ideal for on-the-road musicians, the R88A provides flexibility with different preamps each night while maintaining the classic ribbon sound.
- Choice Between R88 and R88A:
- The choice between the R88 and R88A depends on the specific preferences and requirements of an engineer and their recording environment.
