{"product_id":"aea-r44ce","title":"AEA R44CE","description":"\u003cdiv lang=\"en\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAEA R44CE\u003c\/strong\u003e is a passive ribbon microphone — the cost-effective version of the R44C with identical internal components, ribbon element, and transformer, differing only in exterior finish. A black transformer case with white logo, satin nickel formed-steel yoke, one-piece cushion mount, and starquad XLR cable replace the R44C's bronze investment cast yoke, hand-polished mount, and cloth-covered Accusound Silver Studio Pro cable. The 1.8-micron ribbon at 59.7 mm × 4.7 mm from ribbon material produced for RCA, the 16.5 Hz resonant tuning, and the transformer are identical to the R44C and the original 1936–1938 RCA 44BX.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eR44C Sound at a Lower Cost\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe R44CE is the only point in the R44 line where the difference between models is purely cosmetic, not acoustic. The undamped 59.7 mm ribbon tuned to 16.5 Hz — the longest and lowest-tuned ribbon in current production — delivers the same tonal character as the R44C: dense, articulate low end with strong proximity effect at close range, full midrange, and a smooth, gently rolling top end. The characteristic ~2 dB\/octave tilt from low to high produces the warmth and three-dimensionality that makes the 44 design consistently flattering for vocals, brass, and strings. Maximum SPL of 165+ dB means the passive ribbon handles loud sources without clip in situations where active microphones could saturate. Off-axis rejection to 90 dB at 90°\/270° allows effective use of the figure-8 pattern for mid\/side or Blumlein arrays with a pair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003ePassive Circuit, Preamp Requirements and RCA 44 Interoperability\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe R44CE requires no phantom power — 48 V can damage the ribbon. Sensitivity of 2.25 mV\/Pa (–53 dBV) and 270 Ω output impedance require a preamp with at least 60 dB of gain and input impedance above 1.2 kΩ — the same requirements as the R44C. All mechanical and acoustic components of the R44 series are interchangeable with the original RCA 44BX. The microphone ships with a 3-meter starquad captive cable terminated in XLR-3M and an AEA 44VC vertical carrying case. The X-Motor modification (+6 dB output) is available as the R44CXE variant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eKEY FEATURES\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePassive RCA 44BX replica — identical internals to R44C, cost-effective exterior finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e1.8-micron aluminum ribbon — 59.7 mm × 4.7 mm, ribbon material originally produced for RCA\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eUndamped ribbon design — 16.5 Hz resonant tuning, longest ribbon in current production\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePolar pattern: figure-8 (bidirectional)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMax SPL: 165+ dB (1% THD harmonic distortion \u0026gt;1 kHz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSensitivity: 2.25 mV\/Pa (–53 dBV) into unloaded circuit\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eOutput impedance: 270 Ω broadband\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eRecommended load impedance: ≥1.2 kΩ\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePhantom power: not required or recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAll parts interchangeable with original RCA 44BX\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSatin nickel formed-steel yoke, black transformer case with white logo\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eBlack badge (vs. red badge on X-Motor versions)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e3 m starquad captive cable, XLR-3M; AEA 44VC vertical case included\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDimensions: 311 mm (H) × 117 mm (W) × 83 mm (D); weight: 2.65 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eHandmade in Pasadena, California, USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eTECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eOperating principle: pressure gradient transducer (passive, undamped)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePolar pattern: figure-8 (bidirectional)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFrequency range: \u0026lt;20 Hz – \u0026gt;20 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMax SPL: 165+ dB (1% THD \u0026gt;1 kHz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSensitivity: 2.25 mV\/Pa (–53 dBV) into unloaded circuit\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eOutput impedance: 270 Ω broadband\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eRecommended load impedance: ≥1.2 kΩ\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePhantom power: not required or recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePolarity: Pin 2 + for positive pressure at front\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eOff-axis rejection: up to 90 dB at 90°\/270° (horizontal)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eRibbon thickness: 1.8 µm; width: 4.7 mm; length: 59.7 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eResonant tuning: 16.5 Hz\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eConnector: XLR-3M on 3 m starquad captive cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDimensions: 311 mm (H) × 117 mm (W) × 83 mm (D)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eWeight: 2.65 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMade in: USA (Pasadena, CA)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"AEA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54014125211985,"sku":"27626","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0729\/8741\/0769\/files\/AEAR44CE1.jpg?v=1781105319","url":"https:\/\/wrdtunes.com\/de\/products\/aea-r44ce","provider":"Wired Tunes","version":"1.0","type":"link"}