AEA N13 Stereo Kit

Discreet in both shape and size, AEA's NUVO series microphones have long been user favorites for their clarity, portability, and higher-output active electronics. The near-field N22 delivers clarity and balance for close-up sources, while the far-field N8 excels at capturing the open, natural tonality of entire rooms and ensembles. The only missing piece A stand-out mid-field companion.

Enter the N13, an equally sleek active ribbon designed with some distinctly different considerations in mind. At once open and natural, the N13 excels at medium-distance miking applications while demonstrating an impressive transient response. The N13 features a new motor design as well as a thinner, smaller ribbon (1.2 microns, rather than our standard 1.8), making it our first non-Big Ribbon bidirectional mic!

Relatively bright and sonically distinct from our N22 model, the N13 excels in capturing the subtle nuances of strings, acoustic guitars, and percussion. It's also well-suited for any sources that could use a boost in top-end clarity. Even when used up close, such as on horns or vocals, the N13 delivers exceptional clarity while also taking EQ extremely well. The N13's unobtrusive size and dark slate gray finish is ideal for live orchestral and TV work, where microphones need to be both inconspicuous and easy to position.

• AEA's first bidirectional mic to feature a small ribbon(shorter, narrower, and thinner, at 1.2 microns!)

• Designed for optimal use at mid-field distances (~8"-36")

• Highly-tuned for excellent transient response; captures sparking highs while smoothing lows

• Low profile and slate gray finish for discreet placement

• Shines on horns, strings, acoustic guitar, and drum overheads

• 100% handcrafted in Pasadena, CA

• Two AEA N13 active ribbon microphones

• Bidirectional (figure-of-eight) polar pattern

• 1.2-micron thick aluminum ribbon elements

• Frequency range: <20 Hz to 20 kHz

• Sensitivity: 11.4 mV/Pa (-38.8 dBV at 1 kHz, no load)

• Maximum SPL: 141 dB SPL (1% third harmonic >1 kHz)

• Requires P48 phantom power (7 mA)

• Rugged, low-profile design with slate gray finish

• Dimensions: 22.5 cm (8.83") height x 4.11 cm (1.62") width x 3.51 cm (1.38") depth

• Weight: 325 g (11.5 oz) per microphone

• Heavy-duty SKB carrying case for secure transport and storage

• SMS stereo bar for precise microphone positioning

• Blumlein coupler for configuring microphones in Blumlein and Mid-Side stereo setups

• Two NUVO windscreens for outdoor use and plosive protection

• Posi-Lok mic hanger and mounting hardware for flexible setup options