{"product_id":"aea-nuvo-flight","title":"AEA NUVO Flight","description":"\u003cdiv lang=\"en\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAEA NUVO Flight\u003c\/strong\u003e is a complete kit of three active ribbon microphones from the NUVO series — N22, N13, and N8 — packed in a rugged hardshell flight case with custom-molded foam. Each microphone covers a distinct working distance: near-field, mid-field, and far-field. All three share the same active architecture: a German-made Lehle step-up transformer, JFET electronics powered by 48 V phantom, 92 Ω output impedance, and 141 dB SPL handling. No high-gain ribbon preamp required — the active design delivers consistent output with a wide range of preamps, from studio consoles to USB audio interfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eThree Ribbon Characters — One Complete Signal Chain\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe N22 (near-field, 1–18 inches) works behind a multi-layer acoustic screen that suppresses proximity effect and protects the ribbon element from wind blasts, allowing use on vocals without a separate pop filter. Its 1.8-micron Big Ribbon at 60 mm delivers upper-mid presence and top-end clarity characteristic of AEA's flagship designs in a compact body. The N13 (mid-field, 8–36 inches) is AEA's first departure from the Big Ribbon format — a shorter, narrower 1.2-micron ribbon at 33 mm that responds faster to transients and sits brighter in the frequency balance than the N22 or N8. It's the mic that covers drum overheads, strings, acoustic guitar, and piano at working distance without the top-end rolloff typical of classic ribbon designs. The N8 (far-field, 12 inches to 20+ feet) uses the same 60 mm Big Ribbon as the N22 but in a motor tuned after the R84, delivering a flat, open, neutral response designed to capture the acoustics of a space faithfully — rooms, ensembles, orchestral sections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eField-Ready Format and Stereo Configurations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eAll three microphones share an identical body format: 225 mm length, 35–42 mm diameter, approximately 325 g. The compact size and figure-8 pattern enable Blumlein or near-coincident stereo setups on a single stand using the included shockmounts. The flight case with custom-molded foam is built for touring use — the kit moves between studio sessions, stage setups, and location recordings without compromising ribbon element safety. The slate gray finish of the N13 and low-profile body across the line make them inconspicuous in orchestral and broadcast environments where mic visibility is a concern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eKEY FEATURES\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e3-microphone active ribbon kit: N22 (near-field), N13 (mid-field), N8 (far-field)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePolar pattern: figure-8 (bidirectional) — all models\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eActive JFET electronics + Lehle step-up transformer (Germany) — all models\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eOutput impedance: 92 Ω broadband — all models\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMax SPL: 141 dB (1% THD above 1 kHz) — all models\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePower: P48 phantom, 7 mA — all models\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eN22: 1.8-micron Big Ribbon, 60 mm, multi-layer screen, reduced proximity effect\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eN13: 1.2-micron ribbon, 33 mm — AEA's first non-Big Ribbon bidirectional, enhanced transient response\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eN8: 1.8-micron Big Ribbon, 60 mm, flat far-field voicing, R84-derived motor\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eRecommended distances: N22 1–18\" \/ N13 8–36\" \/ N8 12\" to 20+ ft\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSensitivity (N13): 11.4 mV\/Pa (–38.8 dBV) at 1 kHz, no load\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eHardshell flight case with custom-molded foam + shockmounts included\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\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePolar pattern: figure-8 (bidirectional)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFrequency range: 20 Hz – 20 kHz (all models)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMax SPL: 141 dB (1% THD harmonic distortion \u0026gt;1 kHz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSensitivity (N13): 11.4 mV\/Pa (–38.8 dBV) at 1 kHz, no load\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eOutput impedance: 92 Ω broadband\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eRecommended load impedance: ≥1 kΩ\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePower: P48 phantom, 7 mA\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eRibbon thickness: 1.8 µm (N22, N8) \/ 1.2 µm (N13)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMicrophone dimensions: 225 mm × 42 mm (max.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eWeight: approx. 325 g (each microphone)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eKit price: $3,399 USD\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":54014139171153,"sku":"59168","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0729\/8741\/0769\/files\/AEANUVOFlight1.jpg?v=1781105105","url":"https:\/\/wrdtunes.com\/products\/aea-nuvo-flight","provider":"Wired Tunes","version":"1.0","type":"link"}