R88 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.

R88mk2 - Cello Bowed - The AEA Sessions

This is the individual room track from the drum solo video on http://www.AEAsessions.com. This is a stereo file with just the R88 that is about 15 feet back from the drums.

Download and listen to the other files in the playlist to compare them or put them in your DAW to hear them at the same time.

File Information: 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/.

R88mk2 - Drums Room - The AEA Sessions

This is the individual overhead track from the drum solo video on http://www.AEAsessions.com. This is a stereo file with just the R88. 

Note: These tracks are muted in the Drum Solo AEA Sessions video. Listen to the other file in the playlist to compare them to the N8s as overheads. 

File Information: 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/.

R88mk2 - Drums Overheads - The AEA Sessions

R88mk2 - Cello Pizz - The AEA Sessions

This is the isolated track of an AEA R88 mk2 ribbon microphone on the grand piano at Sear Sound studio in New York City. This is the raw file straight off the custom Sear-Avalon preamp with no EQ, compression or other processing applied.

This file accompanies our Fix It In The Mic video about Sear Sound Studios. Watch the video and learn about the setup here: 
http://bit.ly/searsound

Music: Frédéric Chopin - Prelude in E-minor (op. 28: no. 4)
Performer: Roberta Findlay
Recorded by Chris Allen at Sear Sound NYC

Download the high-res 96 kHz / 24 Bit linear wave audio file for best playback quality!

Learn more about the AEA R88 microphone here:
http://www.ribbonmics.com/microphone/legacy-series/r88-mk2

Sear Sound Piano - AEA R88

For the acoustic takes, each microphone was recorded separately. 

Positioning:
The mics were placed pointing right where the neck of the guitar meets the body. The N22 was about 6 inches away, the N8 was about 12 inches away, and the R88 was about 14 inches away. This was not a scientific shoot out, but more a comparison for people to hear how each microphone has different characteristics and different sweet spots.

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' showroom in Paris, France. www.WoodBrass.com

File Information: 48k 24bit wavs. These are raw files with no eq, compression, or effects.

Preamp: AEA RPQ 500

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

R88mk2 - Martin Acoustic 000 - 28EC Sunburst - Slide

R88mk2 - Martin Acoustic 000 - 28EC Sunburst - Chords

For the acoustic takes, each microphone was recorded separately. 

Positioning:
The mics were placed pointing right where the neck of the guitar meets the body. The N22 was about 6 inches away, the N8 was about 12 inches away, and the R88 was about 14 inches away. This was not a scientific shoot out, but more a comparison for people to hear how each microphone has different characteristics and different sweet spots.

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' showroom in Paris, France. www.WoodBrass.com

File Information: 48k 24bit wavs. 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.

R88mk2 - Martin Acoustic D - 45 - Lead

This recording features an AEA R88mk2 stereo mic 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: 2x 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.

R88mk2 - Stratocaster - Magnatone Panoramic Stereo Amp

Hear the AEA R88mk2 Stereo Mic on classical violin. For more info about the AEA R84 ribbon microphone visit: http://bit.ly/2r5s5sI #aeaR88

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 R88 - (2) 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 - R88 - AEA Listening Library

Hear the AEA R88 Stereo Mic on trumpet. For more info about the AEA R88 stereo ribbon microphone visit: http://bit.ly/2rqmLn1
#aeaR88

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 R88 - 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.

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

Trumpet - R88 - AEA Listening Library

Hear the AEA R88 Stereo Mic on saxophone. For more info about the AEA R88 stereo ribbon microphone visit: http://bit.ly/2rqmLn1
#aeaR88

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 R88 - 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.

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

Sax - R88 Dry - AEA Listening Library

This video features an AEA R88s on overhead. For more info about the AEA R88 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 R88 - 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 #aeaR88

OHs No Kick - R88 - AEA Listening Library

Hear the AEA R88 Stereo Mic on acoustic guitar. For more info about the AEA R88 stereo ribbon microphone visit: http://bit.ly/2rqmLn1
#aeaR88

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 R88 - AEA RPQ500 Preamp - RME UFX Converter - Nuendo DAW - 96K/24bit

John Storie has been a freelance guitarist in the LA area for over a decade.  He has been recognized for his achievements by the ASCAP foundation and the Thelonius Monk Institute, among many others. He is a member of the New West Guitar Group and has released 7 albums to date. He continues to perform and demonstrate his versatility in Los Angeles today.

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

Acoustic Guitar - R88 DRY - AEA Listening Library

Hear the AEA R88 Stereo Mic on upright bass. For more info about the AEA R88 stereo ribbon microphone visit: http://bit.ly/2rqmLn1
#aeaR88

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 R88 - 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.

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

Bass - R88 - AEA Listening Library

Hear the AEA R88 Stereo Mic on male vocals. For more info about the AEA R88 Stereo ribbon microphone visit: http://bit.ly/2rqmLn1
#aeaR88

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 R88 - 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.

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

Male Vocals - R88mk2 - AEA Listening Library

Hear the AEA R88 Stereo Mic on female vocals. For more info about the AEA R88 stereo ribbon microphone visit: http://bit.ly/2rqmLn1
#aeaR88

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 R88 - 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 - R88 - 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.

R88 Front Of Kit Blumlein - Cameron Miller

R88 Front Of Kit Mid-Side Decoded - Cameron Miller

AEA is the leading manufacturer of high-quality ribbon microphones and microphone preamps. Our acclaimed line of Big Ribbon™ microphones in the RCA tradition is an industry standard and in use around the world. 

AEA is family owned and operated in beautiful Pasadena, California. Proudly independent, we still manufacture all our microphones by hand right here in the United States. 

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