Now AEA has once again expanded the sonic possibilities of ribbon mics with the R92 Ribbon Microphone. Are those elastic mounts on the top and bottom? AEA Ribbon Mics. One side of the R92 yields a tonality distinct from the other, essentially providing two mics in one giving options on different sources. Just like its brothers in AEA's Big Ribbon™ microphone series, the bass reproduction of the R92 is very solid and extended to the lowest audible bass frequencies.The R92 is designed with an integral elastic shock mount, featuring a unique mounting system that allows excellent flexibility of mic positioning. Hey there! 0 Used It. Notice how the top of the mic looks like a little chrome-finished motorcycle helmet with the logo emblazoned on it. Works like a dream and you never have to think about it. R92 When you buy products through links across our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. The new R92 employs AEA's Large Ribbon Geometry design, like the R84, but this new model has been optimised specifically for close-miking applications. So versatile, so musical and natural that it is ready to deliver any source with size but not with a bloated proximity effect! Learn more R92 Review this product Sell this product. The upcoming R92 looks like it will be another winner for AEA. Most vintage ribbon microphones are spectrally balanced for medium and distant placements, principally because their inherently large proximity effect precludes close miking. In addition, the smooth high frequency response of the R88 transducer has been further extended in the R92, making the R92 a unique voice in the world of ribbon mics.AEA has designed the R92 to have slightly different tones on the front and rear pickup lobes of the microphone. Reduced proximity bass boost and excellent wind blast protection make it suitable for close micing (6-12 inches) of guitar amps, vocals, percussion, etc. Chris. Rack tom- Beyer MC930 into BLA Auteur (alot of the snare crack and hihat definition came from bleed into this mic!) Bass: 1966 Framus Star Bass, IMHO AEA KU5a. A very cool-looking retro body contains a 2" ribbon element (just like the R84), but a key difference is the R92 has been designed to produce less proximity effect on close-mic'd sources. WTB: AEA R92. Overhead Left- Beyer MC930 into Vintech 473 (plus couple db below 220hz) For a picture and to see Wes talking about his mics in his own words from AES, check here for a QT movie: It's a great looking mic. Marshall JCM900 MKIII 50W w/ 2x ´70 Celestion Greenbacks: R92 - SCA N72 0 Own It. AEA intentionally designed the R92 to capture slightly different frequency responses from the front and rear pickup lobes. Just a friendly reminder that political discussion, (including "offhand" and 'sideways' commenting) is. The front lobe of the R92 is the "crisp" side, offering exceptionally clean and realistic high end detail. Not sure that I'm at all interested in the mics themselves, but the shock mounts BLUE has introduced for the Ball and 8-Ball mics are certainly fun. I think the shock mount on the R84 is killer. Piano: Sony C48 Stereo Pair - SCA C84 ...used- provided a little bit of ring) That's the kind of design I like. Hey there! He hasn't even used it once. This will be especially useful for people who are using ribbons on guitar cabs. When you buy products through links across our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Similar in sound to the AEA R84, but with a more pronounced midrange and minimized proximity effect, the R92 performs brilliantly when up close to brass, guitar amps, kick drum, and percussion. Anyone have any info they'd like to share on the new AEA R92? Nobody has reviewed this product yet. Post by Sean Sullivan » Sat Mar 08, 2008 2:48 am I thought I was getting one of these from a gearslutz member, but it looks like I'm a little too late. I have an AEA R92 sitting in front of me. A friend of mine loaned it to me brand spankin new. When you buy products through links across our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. The front lobe of the R92 (denoted by the AEA emblem) is the “crisp” side, offering exceptionally clean and realistic high end detail. Check their videos too. The mic ships with a two meter cable and a durable plastic carrying case.AEA R92 Features Captive 2 meter cable to A3M connector Integral swiveling shockmount for flexible positioning Designed for close micing situations 2.5" diameter and 7" tall and two pounds Polished anodized finish Sturdy plastic case AEA R92 Specifications Sensitivity: >-55dBV/Pa Frequency Response: 20Hz-18kHz (+/- 3dB) Output Impedance: 270 ohms SPL Handling: >135dB SPL peak. Searching the classifieds here and on gearslutz the price ranges from $500-$650 used, so I'd like to spend around $575. The rear lobe is the "smooth" side, which has a bit of classic ribbon high end rolloff that can help to handle harsh transients in a very refined and flattering way. In the past few years AEA's acclaimed R84 Ribbon Microphone has become a new studio standard. Overhead Right- AEA R92 into Vintech 473 (plus couple db below 220hz) http://www.3daudioinc.com/cgi-bin/ul...c&f=1&t=000976, http://www.3daudioinc.com/cgi-bin/ul...c&f=1&t=000968, Pictures Of Mic'ed Up Drum Kits In The Studio. Floor tom- Audio Technica ATM25 into... ...R88 - AEA RPQ AEA R92 When you buy products through links across our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. It is slated to retail at $895. Learn more. I saw a prototype at the AES show, will try to post a pic. Gtr: 1960 Lucky Squire By Rosette Have an opinion? Havent heard how it sounds b