{"product_id":"aea-the-ultimate-stereo-kit","title":"AEA The Ultimate Stereo Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAEA's The Ultimate Stereo Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e (or T.U.S.K.) from AEA combines the best-selling R88 mk2 stereo ribbon microphone with the TRP2 preamp for everything you need to capture world-class stereo recordings.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3 id=\"toc_0\"\u003eAEA R88 MK2 RIBBON MIC\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe AEA R88 mk2 is a stereo ribbon microphone featuring two capsules fixed in a Blumlein or mid\/side configuration, making it ideal for everything from orchestras and choirs to woodwinds and horns or even drums.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eWith the same large ribbon configuration as the classic RCA 44 series mics, the R88 features an extended bass response all the way down to 20 Hz and a silky-smooth high-end—even at a distance. R88 is equipped with high-quality passive electronics to ensure a large dynamic range with minimal distortion.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eEquipped with two figure-8 ribbons angled at 90 degrees to each other in Blumlein configuration, the R88 delivers remarkably open and natural stereo recordings with a uniform polar frequency response and excellent off-axis frequency response.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe R88 sounds best when paired with a preamp that has at least 60 dB of clean gain, a low noise floor (-127 dB EIN or better) and input impedance of at least 1.5 kOhm—that’s why T.U.S.K. comes bundled with the TRP2 preamp.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFEATURES\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eFeatures two Big Ribbons in a fixed Blumlein and mid-side configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eAstonishingly open and natural sound\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eFar-field ribbon mic designed to retain low end and top end at a distance\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003ePassive, stereo version of the Active, Mono N8\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3 id=\"toc_1\"\u003eTRP2 PREAMP\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe AEA TRP2 preamp is designed exclusively for ribbon microphones like the R88. Optimized for ribbon mics, low-output mics, and vintage mics, the TRP2 features 63 kOhm high-impedance circuitry for improved transients, frequency response, and higher output sensitivity. With up to 85 dB of output, the TRP2 delivers more gain than almost any other preamp on the market.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe TRP2 also features a a phantom power switch for AEA’s many phantom-powered ribbon mics. Don’t panic! There’s also a “No Blow Switch” to prevent unwanted phantom power from hitting your passive ribbon mics.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFEATURES\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eTwo channels with 85 dB of sweet and quiet JFET gain\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eSwitchable phantom-power, polarity reverse, and high-pass filter\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e63 kOhm high-impedance circuitry, providing better overall transients, frequency response, and higher output sensitivity\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOptimized for ribbon mics, low-output mics, and vintage mics\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eSwitching power supply for easy use in any country\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3 id=\"toc_2\"\u003eTUSK ACCESSORIES\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eBoth the R88 and TRP2 come in a studio-tested hardshell storage case to keep them safe, along with a swivel adapter, a custom protective mic sleeve and a copy of The New Stereo Soundbook. Co-authored by Ron Streicher and F. Alton Everest, this book is the definitive guide to stereo recording.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AEA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44450470559847,"sku":"124264","price":2499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0658\/8848\/5479\/files\/aea-tusk_124264_1_216a58f0-eeb4-4b80-8b04-7ae0a9aa9914.jpg?v=1787093193","url":"https:\/\/vintageking.mom\/products\/aea-the-ultimate-stereo-kit","provider":"Vintage King","version":"1.0","type":"link"}