The exciting R84A is a powered version of AEA's acclaimed R84 microphone. Now, you can get that luscious ribbon sound, only with the benefit of a hotter signal that gives you a lot more versatility — in terms of how you use it, and what preamplifier you use it with. With an outstanding clear, natural sound, the R84A is going to become your first-call pick on a number of sources — from vocals to brass instruments to strings, piano, percussion, and beyond. When you're wanting that big, velvety ribbon sound, you won't believe your ears when you hear the AEA R84A.
FEATURES
Phantom powered R84 with 12 dB more sensitivity
Custom German toroidal transformer and JFET electronics
Optimal for soft sound sources and classical recording
Same award-winning sound as the passive R84
Specifications
Operating Principle: Pressure gradient microphone
Directional Pattern: Bidirectional (Figure-of-8)
Frequency Range: 20 Hz to 20 kHz
Maximum SPL: 141+ dBSPL (1% third harmonic > 1 kHz)
Output Sensitivity: 6.3 mV/Pa (-44 dBV) into unloaded circuit
Self Noise: 17.5 dB(A)
Output Impedance:92 Ω broadband
Recommended Load Impedance: 1.0 kΩ or greaterPowering:
P48 phantom power, 7 mAPolarity: Pin 2 high for positive pressure on front of microphone.
Connector: XLR-3M wired to a 3 m captive cableOff Axis Response:
Polar Pattern: Native bi-directional pattern
Horizontal: Level changes with angle, frequency response is consistent, –35 dB null at 90° / 270°
Vertical: Level changes with angle, reduced HF response above and below 0° / 180° axis, –35 dB null at 90° / 270°
Ribbon Thickness: 1.8 μ (0.0000018 m) of pure aluminum
Ribbon Width: 0.185” (4.7 mm)
Ribbon Length: 2.35” (59.7 mm)
Included: Custom storage / shipping case, manual
Limited Warranty: One year parts and labor, shipping not included. Three year extended warranty if the product is registered.
Weight with Cable: 3 lb 11 oz (1.7 kg) in storage case with cable
