R44C

The AEA R44C is the premium model in the portfolio of the traditional American manufacturer AEA and is classically used for vocals and as the main microphone for room miking or as drum overhead. Especially when recording with only a few microphones, the first-class quality of microphones such as the AEA R44C becomes apparent with its particularly deeply graduated spatiality and the finest resolution of even small details. At the same time, the R44C lends all signals its special, characterful signature that is typical of AEA's ribbon microphones: Especially sources that tend to have sharp or annoying-sounding frequency components benefit from the elegant softening of the treble and at the same time receive an excellently presented midrange profile, so that they come into their own in the mix, even with few or no support microphones. The tight and full bass range also gives them a weighty, but cleanly articulated and dense foundation. 

Specifications

• Operating Principle: Pressure gradient microphone
• Directional Pattern: Bidirectional (Figure-of-8)
• Frequency Range: 20 Hz to 15 kHz
• Maximum SPL: 165+ dBSPL (1% third harmonic > 1 kHz)
• Output Sensitivity: 2.25 mV/Pa (-53 dBV) into unloaded circuit
• Output Impedance: 270 Ω nominal
• Recommended Load Impedance: 1.2 kΩ or greater
• Powering: Not required or recommended
• Polarity: Pin 2 high for positive pressure on front of microphone.
• Connector: XLR-3M wired to a 3 m captive cable

Off 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°

Transducer element:

• 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)

Accessories:

• Included: Custom storage / shipping case, stand adapter, manual
• Optional: Any length cable, inquire for price and delivery.
• Limited Warranty: One year parts and labor, shipping not included. Three year extended warranty if the product is registered.
• Weight with case: 7 lb 9 oz (3.43 kg)
• Height: 12.25” (31.1 cm)
• Width: 4.62” (11.7 cm)
• Depth: 3.25” (8.3 cm)