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AEA A440

AEA A440

€7.999,00
€7.999,00
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AEA A440

The active A440 is an ultra-premium version of the R44C. It is complete with a custom Lehle transformer, RPQ JFET preamp electronics and the “X” motor hotrod and is the quietest ribbon microphone ever manufactured. It retains the same sonic character of the passive R44C, but with an additional 18dB of output and greater flexibility with different preamps. Many engineers favor their A440s over their vintage RCA 44s due to the advantages in noise performance.

The AEA R44C is an exact replica of the vintage RCA 44BX ribbon microphone, considered the most musical sounding microphone ever built. Many of the 20th century’s most iconic recordings were recorded by the R44.

 

R44 Series Microphone Overview

 

  • Active A440 upgrade has 18dB level increase and is optimized for all preamps
  • Unparalleled warmth and legendary character
  • Full and rich tonality with generous low end and proximity effect
  • Faithful reproduction of the RCA R44BX. Ribbon material meets or exceeds original
  • RCA spec.
  • Economy exterior R44CE exhibits same, classic sound
  • Handmade in the U.S.A.
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Description du produit

DIFFERENT Outsides, THE SAME SOUND

AEAs R44 Series microphones all share the authentic sound, feel and look of the 1936-38 RCA 44BX. The R44 series microphones are all detailed, hand-crafted replicas, using parts that are made to be interchangeable with an original RCA 44. They manufacture three different versions of the R44 and an optional hotrod.

At the core, every version of the R44 sounds the same when powered with a ribbon preamp. The major differences between the versions are the exterior look and the amount of output level.

The R44 Variants

The passive R44 is available in two exteriors– the original museum-quality replica R44C and the aesthetically cost-effective R44CE. Both mics have an identical sound and are exactly the same on the inside. The difference between the two is only cosmetics and price.

The active A440 is a preamp-flexible R44 with 18dB of extra output. It is custom-painted with the RCA classic umber-colored transformer case.

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Caractéristiques et spécifications

R44 Series

  • Operating Principle: Pressure gradient transducer
  • Directional Pattern: Bidirectional
  • Frequency Range: <20 Hz to >20 kHz
  • Maximum SPL: 165+ dB SPL (1% third harmonic > 1 kHz)
  • Sensitivity R44C/CE: 2.25 mV/Pa (-53 dBV) into loaded circuit
  • Sensitivity R44CX/CXE: 4.47 mV/Pa (-47 dBV) into loaded circuit
  • Output Impedance: 270 Ω Broadband
  • Rec Load Impedance: 1.2 Ω or greater
  • Phantom Power: Not required or recommended
  • Polarity: Pin 2 high for positive pressure on front of
    microphone
  • Polar Response: Native bidirectional, figure-of-8 pattern

Off-Axis Response

  • Horizontal: Up to 90 dB rejection at right angles to the
    front/back axis.
  • Vertical: Level changes with angle of incidence, but
    frequency response is consistent.

Transducer Element

  • Material: Pure aluminum corrugated ribbon
  • Thickness: 1.8 µm
  • Width: 0.185 in (4.7 mm)
  • Length: 2.35 in (59.7 mm)


Microphone Dimensions

  • Height: 12.4 in (31.5 cm)
  • Width: 4.65 in (11.81 cm)
  • Depth: 3.25 in (8.3 cm)
  • Weight with cable: 6.5 lb (2.9 kg)
  • Connector: XLR-3M wired to a 10' (3 m) captive cable


Scope of delivery

  • Case
  • Owners Manual
  • XLR-3M wired to a 10' (3 m) captive cable

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Documents
R44 Series Specifications PDF
R44 Series Manual PDF

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Informations sur le fabricant

Audio Engineering Associates
1029 N. Allen Ave., Pasadena, CA 91104, USA
AEA Contact Form
aearibbonmics.com

Informations sur l'importateur

Klemm Music Technology e.K.
Sebastian-Kneipp-Str. 96, 37217 Ziegenhagen, Deutschland
info@klemm-music.de
klemm-music.de