AEA R44C
1936 Edition Studio Ribbon Microphone is a hand-crafted - museum quality - RCA 44 reproduction with chrome grill.
Data Sheet (pdf)
The AEA R44C has the authentic sound, feel and look of the 1936-38 RCA-44. A museum quality replica hand made by AEA using 1.8 micron ribbon material originally manufactured by RCA. Museum grade version features details such as a bronze investment cast yoke rather than the original zinc yoke (which corrode over time). The ribbon element is only 1.8 microns thick, fabricated from material originally manufactured for RCA. The Streamline Moderne "radio" finish (black with satin accents) is standard. R44C parts are also interchangeable with the original RCA 44B and BX. The microphone package includes a three-meter cloth covered Accusound Studio Pro cable, a zippered canvas bag, and AEA 44VC vertical case for proper shipping and storage.
- Museum grade reproduction of the RCA 44B/BX
- New-old stock (NOS) RCA ribbon material
- Legendary character with more than 80 years of studio history
- Full and rich sound; smooth highs and warm lows
"It is without question the best mic I have ever used. The best sound I've ever achieved without tweaking a single knob apart from mic gain."
- Pete Townshend, The Who
