The Perfect Ribbon Mic for Close-miking Applications
AEA has once again pushed the boundaries of ribbon microphones with the R92. Designed for amplifier, instrument, and vocal applications, the R92 features reduced proximity effect bass boost and excellent wind blast protection, making it ideal for close-miking in a wide range of scenarios. Building on the smooth high-frequency response of the R88 transducer, the R92 extends this clarity even further, establishing itself as a distinct and versatile voice among ribbon mics.
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A great addition to your mic locker
Engineered to reduce the proximity effect and offer excellent wind blast protection, the AEA R92 is great for close-miking of guitar and bass amps, drums, and vocals. In addition, Sweetwater engineers find that the integrated shockmount and swivel allow for easy setup and positioning in tight spaces. With the R92 ribbon microphone, you can now get the mic right up on your sound source and get a great open and clear sound without the low end rumble.
Individually voiced sides for different miking options
AEA has designed the R92 to have slightly different tones on the front and rear of the microphone. The front lobe of the R92 gives you clean, clear, and realistic high-end detail. Perfect for when you need the top-end to give your source its character. The rear lobe offers more of the classic ribbon high-end roll-off to help handle harsh transients in a very refined and flattering way. And thanks to the larger ribbon elements, the bass reproduction of the R92 is very solid and extends to the lowest audible bass frequencies.
Stunning results when used on electric guitars
Close-miking can sometimes provide a boomy low end that can get too much and overpowering in some recording situations. The guitarists at AEA asked for a ribbon microphone that captured an authentic and balanced electric guitar tone when put right onto the grill of an amp. Thanks to its purely passive signal path, the R92 not only handles the SPL levels of a loud electric guitar amplifier with ease, but it also translates all the gritty details of your tone distortion characteristics that you've created.
AEA R92 Features:
- Large ribbon geometry transducer captures rich, natural sound with exceptional detail
- Solid bass and smooth treble response deliver a balanced, musical tone across the frequency range
- Fast and accurate transient reproduction preserves the natural attack and dynamics of your source
- Low self-noise and high SPL handling make it ideal for both quiet performances and loud sound sources
- Excellent off-axis frequency response maintains consistent tone, even with slight source movement
- Wide frequency range from 20Hz–20kHz ensures full-spectrum clarity and depth
- Distinct front and rear lobes provide creative tonal options based on mic positioning
