R84A Microphone (Phantom-Powered version of R84)

Powered Version of a Classic Ribbon Favorite

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.

AEA R84A Powered Ribbon Microphone Features:

• Phantom powered (48V) version of AEA's classic R84 with 12dB more sensitivity
• Same award-winning sound as the passive R84
• Large-diaphragm ribbon microphone
• Well-controlled, native figure-8 polar pattern
• Compatible with any preamp and input impedance
• Fast, accurate transient reproduction
• Custom German toroidal transformer and JFET electronics
• Wide-band 20Hz–20kHz frequency response
• High SPL capability of 141dB
• Low self-noise of 17.5dB(A)