Detail 01
Far-field design
It is optimized for placement 12 inches or more from the sound source.
Product detailSKU #1418660052397
AEA MicrophonesNUVO N8 Active Ribbon Microphone
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
NUVO N8 is an active, bidirectional ribbon microphone built around AEA’s Big Ribbon technology. Its far-field design is optimized from 12 inches onward, where it captures room character and performance detail for drum overheads, string ensembles, and orchestral recording. With a 20 Hz–20 kHz response and 141 dB maximum SPL, it also handles close work on guitar and bass cabinets. A compact black body, XLR connection, supplied shockmount and clip, and storage/shipping case support studio placement and stage use.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Distant drum-overhead placement that captures performance detail alongside the sound of the room.
- Recording string ensembles or orchestras from at least 12 inches away.
- Close recording of guitar and bass cabinets where high SPL handling is required.
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Bidirectional polar pattern
The microphone uses a bidirectional pickup pattern.
Detail 03
141 dB maximum SPL
It is specified to handle high sound-pressure levels.
Detail 04
20 Hz–20 kHz frequency response
Its published response spans 20 Hz through 20 kHz.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Plan microphone placement at least 12 inches from the source when using its far-field design.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is the NUVO N8 suited to drum overheads?
Yes. Drum overheads are one of its named distant-miking applications.
02Can it be used on a guitar cabinet?
Yes. Its high-SPL handling is described for close recording of guitar and bass cabinets.
03What comes with the microphone?
A shockmount, clip, and storage/shipping case are listed.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
4 detailsSound
- Max SPL
- 141dB
- Capsule
- Ribbon
- Polar Pattern
- Bidirectional
- Frequency Response
- 20Hz to 20kHz
2 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
- Type
- Mounted
4 detailsConnections & power
- Phantom Power Required
- No
- Analog or Digital
- Analog
- Connectivity
- XLR
- Power Supply
- No
4 detailsSize & weight
- Length
- 8.83 inch
- Weight
- 29
- Depth
- 1.62 inch
- Width
- 1.62 inch
3 detailsIn the box
- Shockmount
- ✓ Included
- Case or Gig Bag
- Storage/shipping case
- Clip
- ✓ Included
2 detailsOther
- Diaphragm Size
- Ribbon
- Applications
- Studio, stage
