AEA NUVO N13

About the N13

With phantom-powered JFET electronics and a custom German transformer, the N13 performs equally well with a wide range of preamps ranging from vintage high-end models to USB audio interfaces common in home studio setups. The full potential of the N13 is perhaps best realized when configured in the NUVO Stereo Kit, as it draws on the same successful sonic concepts as the AEA R88 stereo mic.

How is the N13 Different From the N8 and N22?

AEA’s NUVO series microphones have long been user favorites for their clarity, portability, and higher-output active electronics. The near-field N22 delivers clarity and balance for close-up sources, while the far-field N8 excels at capturing the open, natural tonality of entire rooms and ensembles. The only missing piece? A stand-out mid-field companion.

Enter the N13, an equally sleek active ribbon designed with some distinctly different considerations in mind. At once open and natural, the N13 excels at medium-distance miking applications while demonstrating an impressive transient response. The N13 features a new motor design as well as a thinner, smaller ribbon (1.2 microns, rather than our standard 1.8), making it our first non-Big Ribbon™ bidirectional mic.

Bright and sonically distinct from our N22 model, the N13 excels in capturing the subtle nuances of strings, acoustic guitars, and percussion. It’s also well-suited for any sources that could use a boost in top-end clarity. Even when used up close, such as on horns or vocals, the N13 delivers exceptional clarity while also taking EQ extremely well.

AEA N13

• Operating Principle: Pressure gradient transducer
• Directional Pattern: Bidirectional
• Frequency Range: <20 Hz to >20 kHz
• Maximum SPL: 139 dB SPL (1% third harmonic > 1 kHz)
• Sensitivity: 11.48 mV/Pa (-38.8 dBV) (at 1 kHz, no load)
• Output Impedance: 92 Ω broadband
• Rec. Load Impedance: 1.0 kΩ or greater
• Phantom Power: P48 phantom power, 7 mA
• Polarity: Pin 2 high for positive pressure on front of
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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: 1.2 µm
• Width: 0.113 in (2.87 mm)
• Length: 1.3 in (33.0 mm)

Microphone Dimensions

• Height: 8.83 in (22.5 cm)
• Width: 1.62 in (11.7 cm)
• Depth: 1.62 in (9.5 cm)
• Weight: 12 oz (335 g)
• Shipping weight: 2.07 lb (0.94 kg), Stereo: 10.05 lb (4.56 kg)
• Connector: XLR-3M

Accessories Included:

• Storage/shipping case & soft cloth bag
• Mic Stand Clip
• Users Manual

AEA NUVO N13 Specifications PDF

AEA NUVO N13 Owners Manual PDF