R44 Product Page Playlist

For more information and AEA Session videos, please visit: http://www.AEAsessions.com

Drums performed by Zach Harmon
Cello performed by Artyom Manukyan
Videography and audio by Alex Chaloff

The AEA Sessions is a collaboration between filmmaker and recording engineer Alex Chaloff and AEA Microphones. The motivation behind this project is to pair highly stylized video with pristine audio to showcase some of the finest microphones and musicians in the world.

96k 24bit waves. No EQ, compression, or effects.

R44CX - Cello Pizz - The AEA Sessions

These are the individual tracks from the different videos on http://www.AEAsessions.com. 

96k 24bit wavs. These are raw files with no eq, compression, or effects.

The AEA Sessions is a collaboration between filmmaker and recording engineer Alex Chaloff and AEA Microphones. The motivation behind this project is to pair highly stylized video with pristine audio to showcase some of the finest microphones and musicians in the world.

These tracks were all recorded at the Bridge Recording studio in Los Angeles. For more information on their incredible studio, visit http://www.thebridgerecording.com/.

R44CX - Cello Bowed - The AEA Sessions

This recording features an AEA R44CE twelve inches away from a Magnatone Panoramic Stereo amp.

Julien Bitoun, guitar extraordinaire and head of the guitar department at our French dealer, WoodBrass, played guitar on these tracks. These files were recorded at WoodBrass’ recording studio in Paris, France - www.WoodBrass.com

Preamp: AEA RPQ500

File Information: 96k 24bit AIFF. These are raw files with no eq, compression, or effects.

The playback via SoundCloud is heavily data-compressed. Download the high-resolution PCM files for best playback quality.

R44CE - Stratocaster - Jazz, Clean

R44CE - Stratocaster - Chords, Clean

R44CE - Stratocaster - Clean

This recording features the JHS SuperBolt fuzz pedal recorded with an AEA R44CE twelve inches away from a Magnatone Panoramic Stereo amp.

Julien Bitoun, guitar extraordinaire and head of the guitar department at our French dealer, WoodBrass, played guitar on these tracks. These files were recorded at WoodBrass’ recording studio in Paris, France - www.WoodBrass.com

Preamp: AEA RPQ500

File Information: 96k 24bit AIFF. These are raw files with no eq, compression, or effects.

JHS Firefly Settings: Volume 2 o'clock, Bias 10 o'clock, Fuzz 4 o'clock, EQ 11 o'clock, Gain Up

The playback via SoundCloud is heavily data-compressed. Download the high-resolution PCM files for best playback quality.

R44CE - Jazzmaster - Overdrive - JHS SuperBolt

Hear the AEA R44 on classical violin. For more info about the AEA R84 ribbon microphone visit: http://bit.ly/2rHO1Ns #aeaR44

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Input List: AEA R44 - AEA RPQ500 Preamp - RME UFX Converter - Nuendo DAW - 96K/24bit

Jordan Ann Martone is a freelance violinist, a graduate of California State University Northridge, and has studied under Michael Ferril. She has ben a featured musician in a variety of scoring sessions and has played with many musicians from Carly Rae Jepsen to composer John Williams. Jordan is currently based out of Los Angeles.

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Violin - R44 - AEA Listening Library

Hear the AEA R44 on trumpet. For more info about the AEA R44 ribbon microphone visit: http://bit.ly/2rqmLn1
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Learn more about AEA Ribbon Mics and Preamps: http://www.ribbonmics.com | http://www.facebook.com/ribbonmics | http://www.instagram.com/ribbonmics

Input List: AEA R44 - AEA RPQ500 Preamp - RME UFX Converter - Nuendo DAW - 96K/24bit

Mike Cottone is a trumpeter hailing from Rochester, NY with a seasoned education from Julliard, Eastman school of music, and the Thelonius Monk Institute.  He has played with the likes of Robin Thicke and Neil Diamond and has studied under legends such as Wayne Shorter and Herbie Hancock. He currently lives in Los Angeles.

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Trumpet - R44 - AEA Listening Library

Hear the AEA R44 on saxophone. For more info about the AEA R44 ribbon microphone visit: http://bit.ly/2rqmLn1
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Learn more about AEA Ribbon Mics and Preamps: http://www.ribbonmics.com | http://www.facebook.com/ribbonmics | http://www.instagram.com/ribbonmics

Input List: AEA R44 - AEA RPQ500 Preamp - RME UFX Converter - Nuendo DAW - 96K/24bit

Tom Luer is a freelance saxophonist from Los Angeles.  His performances include appearances on Grammy nominated and winning albums, and he has appeared on the X-Factor, the Ellen Degeneres show and many other TV programs. Tom earned his masters degree in saxophone performance from University of Southern Mississippi.

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Sax - R44 Dry - AEA Listening Library

This video features a pair of spaced AEA R44s on overheads. For more info about the AEA R44 ribbon microphone visit: http://bit.ly/2rqmLn1

Learn more about AEA Ribbon Mics and Preamps: http://www.ribbonmics.com | http://www.facebook.com/ribbonmics | http://www.instagram.com/ribbonmics

Input List: AEA R44s - AEA RPQ500 Preamps - RME UFX Converter - Nuendo DAW - 96K/24bit

Cameron Miller is a drummer from Whittier, CA. CSULA drum performance alum, he is endorsed by SoulTone Cymbals and Mapex Marching and is the principal Band Director at Rancho-Starbuck Middle School. Cameron performs in the Pasadena-based alternative band Nahneen Kula, and he contributed to the most recent record from rock band Tubby Boots.

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OHs No Kick - R44 - AEA Listening Library

This video features a spaced pair of AEA A440s on overheads and an AEA N22 on kick drum. For more info about the AEA A440 ribbon microphone visit: http://bit.ly/2rqmLn1

Learn more about AEA Ribbon Mics and Preamps: http://www.ribbonmics.com | http://www.facebook.com/ribbonmics | http://www.instagram.com/ribbonmics

Input List: AEA A440 - AEA RPQ500 Preamps - RME UFX Converter - Nuendo DAW - 96K/24bit

Cameron Miller is a drummer from Whittier, CA.  CSULA drum performance alum, he is endorsed by SoulTone Cymbals and Mapex Marching and is the principal Band Director at Rancho-Starbuck Middle School. Cameron performs in the Pasadena-based alternative band Nahneen Kula, and he contributed to the most recent record from rock band Tubby Boots.

AEA Ribbon Mics and Preamps • Handmade in Pasadena, CA, USA (c) #aeamicrophones #aeaA440

OHs No Kick - A440 - AEA Listening Library

Hear the AEA R44 on upright bass. For more info about the AEA R44 ribbon microphone visit: http://bit.ly/2rqmLn1
#aeaR44

Learn more about AEA Ribbon Mics and Preamps: http://www.ribbonmics.com | http://www.facebook.com/ribbonmics | http://www.instagram.com/ribbonmics

Input List: AEA R44 - AEA RPQ500 Preamp - RME UFX Converter - Nuendo DAW - 96K/24bit

Erik Kertes is an in demand songwriter, producer, and bassist based in Los Angeles, CA.  He has recorded with dozens of artists and bands including Michael Bublé, Ariana Grande, and Josh Kelley.  As a performer he has travelled the world and played in bands for the likes of Shakira and Randy Jackson.

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Bass - R44 - AEA Listening Library

Hear the AEA R44 on male vocals. For more info about the AEA R44 ribbon microphone visit: http://bit.ly/2rqmLn1
#aeaR44

Learn more about AEA Ribbon Mics and Preamps: http://www.ribbonmics.com | http://www.facebook.com/ribbonmics | http://www.instagram.com/ribbonmics

Input List: AEA R44 - AEA RPQ500 Preamp - RME UFX Converter - Nuendo DAW - 96K/24bit

Jonah Smith is a critically acclaimed session vocalist and performer.  He was a semi-finalist on the television show ‘America’s Got Talent’, and has released several records including his most recent, ‘Stay Close’.  He is currently based out of Los Angeles.

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Male Vocals - R44 - AEA Listening Library

Hear the AEA R44 on female vocals. For more info about the AEA R44 ribbon microphone visit: http://bit.ly/2rqmLn1
#aeaR44

Learn more about AEA Ribbon Mics and Preamps: http://www.ribbonmics.com | http://www.facebook.com/ribbonmics | http://www.instagram.com/ribbonmics

Input List: AEA R44 - AEA RPQ500 Preamp - RME UFX Converter - Nuendo DAW - 96K/24bit

A native and current resident of Los Angeles, Sara Leib has been performing and teaching jazz voice for many years. She released her debut album ‘It’s Not The Moon’ in 2003 and has most recently launched her new record ‘Secret Love’ on Origin Records.

AEA Ribbon Mics and Preamps • Handmade in Pasadena, CA, USA (c) #aeamicrophones

Female Vox - R44 - AEA Listening Library

This video features an AEA A440s on kick drum and AEA R88 on overheads. For more info about the AEA A440 ribbon microphone visit: http://bit.ly/2rqmLn1

Learn more about AEA Ribbon Mics and Preamps: http://www.ribbonmics.com | http://www.facebook.com/ribbonmics | http://www.instagram.com/ribbonmics

Input List: AEA A440 - AEA RPQ500 Preamps - RME UFX Converter - Nuendo DAW - 96K/24bit

Cameron Miller is a drummer from Whittier, CA.  CSULA drum performance alum, he is endorsed by SoulTone Cymbals and Mapex Marching and is the principal Band Director at Rancho-Starbuck Middle School. Cameron performs in the Pasadena-based alternative band Nahneen Kula, and he contributed to the most recent record from rock band Tubby Boots.

AEA Ribbon Mics and Preamps • Handmade in Pasadena, CA, USA (c) #aeamicrophones #aeaA440

Kick With OHs - A440 - AEA Listening Library

This video features an AEA A440s on kick drum. For more info about the AEA A440 ribbon microphone visit: http://bit.ly/2rqmLn1

Learn more about AEA Ribbon Mics and Preamps: http://www.ribbonmics.com | http://www.facebook.com/ribbonmics | http://www.instagram.com/ribbonmics

Input List: AEA A440 - AEA RPQ500 Preamps - RME UFX Converter - Nuendo DAW - 96K/24bit

Cameron Miller is a drummer from Whittier, CA.  CSULA drum performance alum, he is endorsed by SoulTone Cymbals and Mapex Marching and is the principal Band Director at Rancho-Starbuck Middle School. Cameron performs in the Pasadena-based alternative band Nahneen Kula, and he contributed to the most recent record from rock band Tubby Boots.

AEA Ribbon Mics and Preamps • Handmade in Pasadena, CA, USA (c) #aeamicrophones #aeaA440

Kick No OHs - A440 - AEA Listening Library

Drums performed and written by Cameron Miller.

File Information: 96k 24bit wavs. These are raw files with no eq, compression, or effects.

Every mic was run through an RPQ500 through Burl Converters.

The playback via SoundCloud is heavily data-compressed. Download the high-resolution PCM files for best playback quality.

R44 Front Of Kit Mono 8 Feet - Cameron Miller

R44 Front Of Kit Mono 4 Feet - Cameron Miller

R44 Front Of Kit Blumlein - Cameron Miller

R44 Room 20 Feet Blumlein - Cameron Miller

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