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AEA N8 Active Ribbon Microphone
The AEA N8 is a high-end active ribbon microphone from the NUVO series, specifically designed for far-field applications. As a modern “big ribbon” design, it is inspired by the legendary AEA R88 and optimized for natural room capture and distant microphone placement.
Unlike traditional close-range ribbon microphones, the N8 excels at capturing sound from a distance, making it ideal for room recordings, orchestral setups and stereo techniques.
Its built-in active electronics provide consistent output and seamless integration with modern studio equipment.
Sound Character
The N8 delivers an extremely open, natural and spatially accurate sound with classic ribbon warmth.
- Low-end: deep and full
- Mids: warm and natural
- Highs: smooth and refined
It stands out for its realistic room capture and depth, especially in far-field recording situations.
Even at greater distances, low frequencies remain intact while transients are presented smoothly and musically.
Highlights
✔ active ribbon microphone (48 V phantom powered)
✔ optimized for far-field recording
✔ based on the AEA R88 design philosophy
✔ large aluminium ribbon (“big ribbon” design)
✔ integrated active electronics for higher output
✔ excellent spatial imaging and depth
✔ figure-8 polar pattern
✔ high SPL handling (approx. 141 dB SPL)
✔ handcrafted in the USA
Typical Applications
✔ orchestral, choir and classical recording
✔ drum overheads and room mics
✔ acoustic ensembles
✔ piano and strings in room
✔ film sound and ambience recording
✔ stereo techniques (Blumlein, M/S, AB)
Technical Specifications
✔ Microphone type: active ribbon microphone
✔ Polar pattern: figure-8
✔ Frequency range: approx. 20 Hz – 20 kHz
✔ Sensitivity: approx. 8.3 mV/Pa
✔ Max SPL: approx. 141 dB SPL
✔ Ribbon: aluminium (big ribbon design)
✔ Output impedance: approx. 92 Ohm
✔ Power supply: 48 V phantom power
✔ Connector: XLR
✔ Weight: approx. 335 g
✔ Design: large ribbon microphone
Hersteller:
AEA Ribbon Mics
1029 North Allen Ave,
Pasadena, CA, 91104
U.S.A
info@ribbonmics.com
https://aearibbonmics.com
Importeur:
Karl-Heinz Klemm Klemm Music Technology e.K.
Sebastian-Kneipp-Str. 96
37217 Ziegenhagen
Germany
vertrieb@klemm-music.de
https://klemm-music.de/
Sicherheits- und Warnhinweise:
Spezifische Sicherheitshinweise, die für das Produkt gelten, sind in der Bedienungsanleitung des Produkts zu finden.
AEA (Audio Engineering Associates) mit Sitz in Pasadena, Kalifornien, ist weltweit führend in der Entwicklung und Herstellung hochwertiger Bändchenmikrofone. Gegründet von Toningenieur Wes Dooley, kombiniert AEA klassische Bändchentechnik mit moderner Fertigungsqualität und innovativem Design.
Inspiriert von den legendären RCA-Bändchenmikrofonen der 1930er- bis 50er-Jahre, fertigt AEA sowohl authentische Reproduktionen als auch eigene, weiterentwickelte Modelle.
Ob Gesang, Streicher, Bläser oder Drums – AEA-Mikrofone liefern einen natürlichen, warmen Klang mit außergewöhnlicher Detailtiefe. Alle Mikrofone werden in Handarbeit gefertigt, unter Verwendung hochwertigster Materialien.
AEA bietet außerdem passende Preamps und Zubehör, um das Beste aus jedem Ribbon-Mikrofon herauszuholen. Der charakteristische AEA-Sound ist heute aus professionellen Studios weltweit nicht mehr wegzudenken.