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WELCOME
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Congratulations on your purchase of the AEA R84 microphone. The
R84 is a sensibly priced Big Ribbon™ microphone which delivers high
performance and value. Call it a “Swiss army knife”, your “desert island
mic”, or simply “the workhorse” – the R84 was designed to be flexible
and practical in a myriad of recording settings. Developed to have a
classic sound from the same family as the R44, the R84 delivers
exceptional headroom while maintaining an intimate performance quality
with smooth highs and extended lows. These aspects, combined with
the reduced proximity effect, make the R84 incredibly well suited for
both close-up and ambient mic applications. It’s just as versatile as an
R44, flattering voice, strings, brass and drums alike. Protect it from
puffs of air, phantom power, and tramp iron, and it is nearly invulnerable.
Treat it well, and it will last decades.
Your R84 microphone is 100% handcrafted in Pasadena, CA. AEA is a
family owned company with a small crew of skilled technicians – most of
them being musicians themselves. Proudly independent, we still
manufacture all our ribbon microphones and preamps by hand from
locally sourced parts.
We hope that the R84 will capture many magical performances that
touch the heart. This manual will help ensure that you get the best
sound and longevity from your new microphone. Please become part of
the AEA community by sharing your experiences with the R84 via e-mail,
phone or our social media channels.
Wes Dooley
President of AEA
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