AEA R88 MK2 Stereo Ribbon Microphone

AEA R88 MK2 Stereo Ribbon Microphone by AEA. High Sensitivity: The microphone has an audio sensitivity of 45 decibels, providing clear and detailed audio recordings. Durable Construction: Made from aluminum, the microphone is built to last and withstand the rigors of professional use. Bidirectional Polar Pattern: The microphone features a bidirectional polar pattern that captures sound from both the front and back of the source. XLR Connectivity: The microphone has XLR connectivity, allowing for easy connection to professional audio equipment. Compact Lavalier Design: The microphone is designed as a lavalier, making it easy to mount on a person for interviews, live events, and more. In the 1930s, EMI engineer Alan Blumlein invented stereo recording by demonstrating the natural reproduction of the soundstage at one of the Abbey Road studios in London, UK. Still today, his coincident recording technique using two figure-of-8 ribbons is the benchmark for producing an authentic representation of a performance in a room. The R88 mk2 stereo microphone is a true Blumlein recording system optimized for recording instruments and ensembles in stereo. It utilizes two of AEA’s signature Big RibbonTM elements angled at 90 degrees and mounted in close proximity to each other along the vertical axis of the microphone. The natural soundstage and character of the R88’s Blumlein stereo make it a great main mic. As an alternative to the Blumlein (XY) technique, the microphone can also be used for MS stereo, providing excellent mono compatibility and full control over the width of the stereo image.