For technical specifications see the test performed by "Recording Musician". The 10 ft cable is attached, and the mic comes with a soft case, which works well for storing the mic upright by hanging it on a hook. no surprise, then, are the acute 'back'! The R84 is the first "low cost" entry in the AEA canon, and at $1000 it might not seem cheap; but for what you get, it is a deal. AEA are known as the gurus of ribbon mics-repairing ribbon mics, manufacturing the R44, and importing the classic Coles 4038. AEA’s slick, retro-looking R84 ($1,000) is the newest mic indesigner Wes Dooley’s product line. It’s similar in shape to the classic RCA 77 and has a solid, classy looking build. it's true he has a low sensitivity and 70dB of gain are needed! It is perfect for the catch of electric guitar, but also for the body of an acoustic guitar in addition to a small-diaphragm microphone. All the other tools used for recording are great, but mics are always the first in line to capture acoustic-based sounds. AEA R84 Ribbon Microphone. The AEA R84 ribbon microphone is a passive (watch out for ghosts at 48v! The R84 is the first “low cost” entry in the AEA canon, and at $1000 it might not seem cheap; but for what you get, it is a deal. I have a Vintech v72 and it's a fabulous combination. Weighing-in at under two pounds and measuring eight inches tall and 2.7 inches in diameter, the R84 is a great sounding microphone that is extremely versatile. It’s a great tool that I had to have in my arsenal, so Christmas came early this year. that's the curve! but with a good preamp, you will not blow over with another microphone! it's more expensive! ), The original model was built by RCA in the 40/50, is a contemporary of RCA 44 (also reprinted as the AEA 44 ). (This content has been automatically translated from French). The directivity 8 is not always easy to use, it's really his only 'tiny' fault. I’m always looking for different flavors, and when the AEA R84 showed up at Jackpot! 8 user reviews on AEA R84. It is a micro "general purpose". It's similar in shape to the classic RCA 77 and has a solid, classy looking build. for a test run, I ended up cutting a check right away so I could own one. ($1000 MSRP; AEA). Mic Database | Mic Reviews | Microphone Sale, TapeOp Issue #38/November, 2003 | by Larry Crane, See specifications, reviews, & mods for the AEA R84. It sounds amazing on trumpet, electric guitar, percussion, and electric bass. The AEA R84 is supplied in a complete system that includes a shock mount, 10-foot mic cable and sturdy foam-lined carrying case. The AEA R84 is a large ribbon microphone that comes with a carrying case and cost less than 1000 dollars. Storing ribbons upright/vertical is easier on the aluminum ribbon element as gravity won’t make it sag. The biggest problem i noticed with the yolk adapter is that because its not shock mounted, floor vibrations and foot tapping were very prevalent. In fact, AEA have been working with high-performance ribbon microphones for over 20 years, and the subject of this review is another 'large ribbon geometry' microphone, called the R84 — but this time the mic has been designed from the ground up for the modern studio, rather than being a … Sensitivity of the R84 is -52dBV/Pa, and unlike its big (and much heavier) brother, the R44, the R84exhibits an impressive frequency response that gets up to 20 kHz(±3 dB). AEA R84 Ribbon Microphone Features: The R84 is a large-geometry ribbon microphone with a bidirectional pickup pattern, inspired by RCA’s classic ribbon, the RCA 44. I do not agree with the word 'breath' of a rating! If you have a lighter or weaker voice then you may need to boost some of the EQ’s to get a good sound with it though. The ribbon in the R84 is a 1.8-micron thick piece of pure aluminum measuring 4.7mm by 60mm. AEA has done a great job packaging the mic, with a hard foam, cloth covered flight case, and a softer foam case. If you use it for vocals depending on how your voice is, it will sound amazing. This microphone has really changed my view on ribbon microphones. Otherwise it's a gem! I use it as it is without pushing a portion of the audio spectrum! AEA are known as the gurus of ribbon mics — repairing ribbon mics, manufacturing the R44, and importing the classic Coles 4038. Percussion of thunder! Also on the Shakers no more bad resonance in the treble. By using our services, you agree to our use of cookies. AEA are known as the gurus of ribbon mics — repairing ribbon mics, manufacturing the R44, and importing the classic Coles 4038. I do prefer the sound in the studio more because the live sound does tend to pick up some unwanted sounds from around the room or wherever you are using it live at. You can record either live or studio with the R84 and it won’t make a difference. if that does not fit, I change microphone! It is always very good with my pre-amp TC Konnekt Studio 48 but less 'beautiful' with the Vintech. “More mics,” that’s what I always ask for when Christmas comes around. It’s similar in shape to the classic RCA 77 and has a solid, classy looking build. The R84 is the first “low cost” entry in the AEA canon, and at $1000 it might not seem cheap; but for what you get, it is a deal. The mic itself has a built in 6ft mogami xlr cable, and a yolk stand adapter. The AEA R84 is a large diaphragm ribbon microphone. It should only be used in the recording studio, as is the case with all ribbon microphones since it is so fragile. Looking at the curve of the microphone, you know what awaits you! In use, I’ve found that the R84 is typical of a ribbon mic. It provides a different color to acoustic guitar, with restrained transients and lack of high-end hype. Read more about the AEA R84 passive ribbon microphone. In all, the R84 provides a certain color, one that can help capture sounds in ways that makes mixing and placement easier (trumpets just slide right into a rock mix), and it’s a slightly different flavor of ribbon mic than my workhorse Royer R-121‘s and Fostex M11.