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AEA Microphones R88 mk2 Dual-Ribbon Stereo Studio Microphone

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A true Blumlein recording system

The R88 mk2 stereo microphone is a true Blumlein recording system optimized for recording instruments and ensembles in stereo. It utilizes two matched Big Ribbon elements angled at 90 degrees and mouShow More
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R88 mk2 Dual-Ribbon Stereo Studio Microphone Specifications:

  • Operating Principle: Pressure gradient transducer
  • Directional Pattern: Bidirectional
  • Frequency Range: <20Hz to >20kHz
  • Maximum SPL: 165+dB SPL (1% third harmonic > 1kHz)
  • Sensitivity: 2.5 mV/Pa (-52 dBV) into unloaded circuit
  • Output Impedance: 270 ohm broadband
  • Recommended Load Impedance: 1.2 kohm or greater
  • Polarity: Pin 2 and 4 high for positive pressure at the front of the microphone
  • Polar Response: Native bidirectional, figure-of-8 pattern
  • Horizontal: Up to 90dB rejection at right angles to the front/back axis
  • Vertical: Level changes with angle of incidence, but frequency
  • Transducer Element Material: Pure aluminum corrugated ribbon 1.8 μm
  • Width: .185" (4.7 mm)
  • Length:
  • Microphone Dimensions: Height:
  • Width: 2.35" (59.7 mm)
  • Weight: 5 lb 3oz (2.36 kg)
  • Connector: XLR-5M, includes breakout cable to 2x XLR-3M
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