Audio Engineering Assoc R88
Stereo Figure-Eight Ribbon Mic

R88

The R88 is a microphone system designed to simplify coincident stereo recording techniques. The microphone is clearly marked and easily configurable for Blumlein and M-S recording. The Large Ribbon GeometryTM bidirectional motor design unique to the R88 has an excellent off-axis frequency response. The R88 captures a faithful acoustic image of the instruments or ensemble placed in front of it, as well as a clear and convincing representation of the recording room. The microphone is shock mounted to a standard 5/8” female thread, and includes a locking angle adapter for flexible positioning.

The R88 is excellent on applications as diverse as drum overheads, brass, woodwinds, and chamber and orchestral recordings. The mic was designed to have a natural and realistic presentation, with balanced, neutral tone and precise imaging. The coincident configuration of the R88 means that postproduction techniques such as stereo rotation and width adjustment may be performed without comprimising the relative placement of instruments in the soundstage.

Features:

• Dual matched long ribbon transducers
• Solid bass and smooth treble response
• Fast, accurate transient reproduction
• Low self noise and high SPL capability
• Precise imaging and uniform soundstage
• Excellent off-axis frequency response
• Wide-band response from 20Hz to 20 KHz

Specifications:

• Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz
• Maximum SPL: 165 + dB SPL above 1 kHz for 1% third harmonic
• Output Sensitivity: -52 dBv/Pa
• Output Impedance: 270 ohms nominal
• Recommended Load: 1.2 K ohm or greater
• Powering: Not required or recommended
• Polarity: Pin 2 high
• Connector: XLR-3M wired to a 4 meter captive stereo cable
• Includes custom hard case with padded interior for storage and shipping
• Operating manual for proper care and usage.
• Polar Pattern: Native bi-directional
• Horizontal: Level changes with angle, frequency response is consistent,
• –35 dB null at 90 / 270 degrees
• Vertical: Level changes with angle, reduced HF response above and
• below 0 / 180 degree axis, null at 90 / 270 degrees
• Ribbon Thickness: 1.8 microns ( .0000018 meter ) of pure aluminum
• Ribbon Width: 4.7 mm
• Ribbon Length: 59.7 mm

Our Part #  R88