AEA R88: If You had One Mic To Record your Entire BAND! Oh man...

[@matt.ashman]

I am the engineer who designed the original R88 with Wes Dooley at AEA back in 2004. You are using the mic in ways we never expected (or tried) and I am stoked to see and hear the results. Keep up the good work.

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

Thank you designing a work of art. This thing is incredible.

[@fiddlefolk]

I bought this mic sir! Best studio investment I’ve made so far. I pair it with a millennia pre... holy Toledo! I also own the R84... another great.

[@chrislink73]

You guys made a work of art, a modern classic. Well done.

[@HeyWhatD0oIKn0w]

Just wait ;)

[@richarddriedger4503]

Matt I recently had the chance to record a jazz demo on bass clarinet with this gorgeous device. Thank you, it’s such a pleasure to mix! I’ve always used harmonic enhancers to get more from the horn, today I’m only using that plugin for the other instruments that didn’t have the benefit of this mic.

[@RedSevenEleven]

Ryan Earnhardt from Creative Sound Lab sent me here. I’m diggin it. Subbed

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

Dude.... so crazy. Honored that he recommended me!

[@Aaronius_Maximus]

@@RecordingStudioLoser I'm also here from CSL's channel, love your videos man!

[@duncanmarshall241]

Sam T - DITTO

[@johnmana]

another one from Creative sound lab.

[@guillaumeaudet3139]

same!

[@518freakshow4]

Ryan Earnhardt knows a winner when he sees one.. subbed!

[@Merlincat007]

Just got sent from Creative Sound Labs and subscribed!

[@warsocki]

I've been mulling over the AEA R88 since I watched this vid almost a year ago. I finally purchased one along with the RPQ2 and am pretty happy that I happened on this channel and the great info you are putting out there. Thanks

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

Nice dude! I’d love to hear what you do with it!

[@JoeH1538]

Not sure how I missed your channel before but Ryan from Creative Sound Lab sent me here. New sub!

[@CoolMetal]

Awesome shout-out from Creative Sound Labs! You got ANOTHER new sub right here! 🤘

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

Yeah. Not sure how the stars lined for that one but I’m honored! Ryan is awesome!

[@CoolMetal]

Recording Studio Loser yes it’s awesome when you get some KZbin help. This is a hard game to play. Lol I got a HUGE bump from a similar situation. I went from like 300 to over 800 in one day! And that 300 took almost a decade to get! Haha What was your count before getting an awesome shout-out from Ryan?

[@thewatchmanstudios6257]

Geez dude...good job..great voice..wow

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

Thanks…. That means a ton.

[@MixMeMcGee]

Whew. Really fun project with Lots of great learning! Thanks y’all

[@mattmattga]

You have an amazing voice! I would love to see more performance pieces like this.

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

Thank you so much dude! We've got more stuff planned.

[@whistlerscousin467]

I second that.

[@JacksonTaylorandTheSinners]

I got this back 2018 absolutely amazing mice use it on everything

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

It’s definitely very special

[@muttomatic]

As someone who is learning and slowly building up a very humble equipment list my favorite videos are the ones where people who know what they are doing show simple ways to get great results. Subscribed!

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

We are all constantly learning. Keep at it!

[@philbillie]

Had the opportunity to use the R88 on a session here at my place in Nor Cal that belonged to the drummer. I used it as a stereo overhead along with a Telefunken USA M83 on the KIK AND IT WAS EXQUISITE! Great video. Seeing all the uses you put it through will make it even easier to justify buying one for myself.

[@navypti]

I'm here because of CSL recommend. Great channel dude. Subbed from Australia...rock on.

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

👋 thanks!

[@m.i.stapes]

Aha! that was freakin awesome dude! Thanks for sharing that. I can tell you and your studio are an excellent place to hang out.

[@aaronbird9437]

Cool song... Great sound....

[@crouton3455]

I love the snare sound. It has such a great thump on it. Also your attitude when it comes to recording is really infectious.

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

Thank you kindly! We have a blast doing it!

[@fiddlefolk]

I have had the R84 for about 8-9 yrs and love it and so after watching this and the John Cuniberti one mic series, I took the plunge and bought the R88 along with the Millennia HV-3C preamp. Pretty amazing results... Love your channel Jeremy and thanks for all the great tips and videos.

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

Great to hear! Let me know how you like the mic!

[@fiddlefolk]

@@RecordingStudioLoser I sure will!

[@ckjjclan]

Studio looks awesome, video was great.... song was amazing! Set over by Ryan.... happy I’m here :-)

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

Thanks so much! I’m happy your here! Ryan is the man

[@thejawshop-AdventureRecording]

I was so inspired by John Cuniberti, that I told my wife we had to buy this mic. No going back! I did purchace the preamp from AEA to go with it. Sounds amazing on everything. I did a whole album with a singer-songwriter guitar and vocals= Rich sounds. I tried it on a video-recording with it in my airstream, getting the curves, and wow. Great channel! Thanks Ryan!

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

John was a big reason I got this mic! So many cool one mic sessions!

[@thejawshop-AdventureRecording]

@@RecordingStudioLoser Yes, my life changed instantly. I remember the place and moment I had the epiphany. Very cool guy, he has helped me with advice with the mic, and although my business plan has been Covid'd, I still want to employ the R88 in a way John has. I have been practicing in my studio[s] with speaker/ amp placements using my ears and a tape measure during these times. I will watch more of your videos, as a fellow video maker of such things, I love your approach. Cheers

[@marcustrana]

Here from Creative Sound Labs and love this! Subscribed :)

[@mrphoenixasmr]

I'm also here from Creative Sound Lab haha, looking forward to seeing what else ya come up with, take it easy dude, peace

[@yikelu]

Yeah, Creative Sound Lab sent me over. Fantastic video! Really surprisingly good for just one mic.

[@louderthangod]

One of my best recording purchases...love it on overheads and rooms. I’ve used it with API and 1073 clones but the AEA pre’s are great for giving it more air and clarity.

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

I’ve wanted to try those out. Just haven’t had the chance.

[@halcyo]

GREAT editing! It all looks VERY planned out, but FEELS so natural, like we're just hanging out with ya! Definitely subscribed!

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

Dude. I appreciate that. I’m constantly learning and trying to get better! For someone to notice that effort is really cool! Makes me want to work harder!

[@danielpicard3994]

I love a minimalist approach to recording, especially drums. Very Eric Valentin...ish. Subscribed, thanks to Ryan Earnhardt. Keep on the good work!

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

oh man... I love Eric Valentine. Genius... He's the reason I fell in love with ribbons.

[@gunluv96]

Greetings, this is another amazing video brother

[@chris_nalder]

Nice Mic. Look forward to you getting better results once you spend time with them. Thanks

[@TheAtticradio]

Even though this is is about recording etc … love the voice !! Sounds quite like Mark Eitzel

[@M3tal_matt]

273 subs wtf...youtube must be broke cuz the quality of video alone deserves more subs. Wish you the best, im here for the ride 🤘

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

That is man! That means a ton!

[@ChrisDN]

For serious! Already close to the high standards set by people like Peter McKinnon and Rhett Shull.

[@schance1666]

CreativeSoundLab sent me over - glad he paid it forward!!! Great vid, super versatile mic. Also, really dang good song and stop slaggin' on your vocal ability, you are way better than you think! Subscribed, Cheers!

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

Wow... Thanks! hah Yeah, I can't believe Ryan went out of his way to do that! very humbling.

[@whistlerscousin467]

Nice composition and mix. You sounded good on the demo, too.

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

Thanks dude!

[@surgerywithoutknives2353]

Yep another creative sounds labs follower 😀 lovely studio space ,quality equipment and nice recording attitude ... great stuff 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

Thanks!

[@JamesJohnson-hb1me]

You guys sound awesome! Ryan from Creative Sound...!!!!

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

Thanks!

[@BlackenedNL]

The vocal sounds so viby through this mic, I love it

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

Same

[@PieterGNel]

Damn duud! some good quality shit you got here! Easy and quick Sub. Good luck homie

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

Thanks dude! Appreciate it!

[@floridapunkarchivist]

Good job CSL. Good luck RSL. Subscribed and hit that like button!

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

Most insane late night surprise shoutout ever! Happy to have you!

[@mrcoatsworth429]

This sounds awesome, dude! And congrats on 5k!

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

Thanks a ton!

[@seanemmettfullerton]

Beautiful! Yeah, AEA ribbon mics are sooooo smooth and gorgeous on vocals, anything really! Try one, if you're weary of the tss-shh fatigue from condenser mics.

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

This

[@WebWovenWars]

This mic is crucial! Keep killing the game Jeremy!

[@Studio_940]

This is a great way to show that you need to experiment and stop limiting the gear,it can always do so much more, Kudos guys

[@theoversouls]

Excellent song!!

[@KaneBennettNZ]

This is awesome man! Subscribed. All the best!

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

Thanks man!

[@acimbobby]

your experiment with the mic was a very original sounding track but i agree it sounds very classy and very good

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

Haha yeah you get writing heavily driven by whatever mood I’m in at the time of filming. Haha.

[@miguelowls]

Love everything man! Especially those vocals they were solid!

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

Thank you!

[@blokproperties]

cool track , nice feel.

[@staffankarlsson520]

Recording my first one mic session tomorrow with the R88. Used it as room mic for a few years and love it. Hopefully tomorrow leads me to another place. Liked your drum rec tech. Will try that as well.

[@jamesgilchrist3013]

this is awesome! and so is that mic

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

Thanks!

[@musicbyjon5447]

Great video! Have the r84 and it’s a beast.

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

Right on!

[@PhilZeGerman]

Man I love your editing! Even tho it's like... I dunno, I don't wanna say "nothing special" but it is not like super fancy for like a professional Video Editor or something (which I am not at all!!!) BUT it is... Applied with a lot of love?! I am not a native Speaker so I don't really know how to put it in English but you can tell that in all your videos you apply the editing with a lot of thought and love, like another instrument, so to speak. And just like with music, I don't care about what style of music it is as long as you can feel that who is playing it is doing so with passion, that's the kind of vibe I'm getting from your videos. They're just fun to watch :)

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

Thanks man! I'm glad that comes across in the finished product... I'm learning as I go. Trying to get better with each one.

[@jeffbridges6110]

wow. AMAZING.

[@AndreSimmons]

Love the sounds you got for your voice bro! 🎨🎶🎤❤️

[@rasheedthomas1249]

Good stuff homie! Keep it up.

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

Thanks! Will do!

[@philmartin7474]

Hey man, amazing song, incredibly talented musician and engineer AND you have a really great RADIO Hit song voice,, Sing more, sing more, Also the mic sounds stella, thinking of getting one or the R84.

[@sebbe4914]

damn dude, really inspiring stuff !

[@semilumi]

Beautiful sound on the recordings! Just a note: the mono equivalent of the AEA R88 is actually AEA N8, not R84. All of them excellent microphones, sure!

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

See that’s what I thought... I even called to check! My own fault... I shouldn’t fact check with a salesperson.....

[@semilumi]

@@RecordingStudioLoser Ah, really? Well, I guess It would be easy to assume from the product names that the R's would be closest relatives. On the AEA's product overview page both are mentioned, and R84 erroneously i believe when they are should be comparing R88A (active) and R88. On the spec page they tell that the N8 is the mono version..

[@buhlir]

Cool song man well done, just a note it would been really cool to hear the drums and other instruments soloed while you were recording them just instead of through the camera

[@DaveyMulholland]

Good stuff! Might I suggest also recording the rear side when micing amps and using that track to send to your reverbs.

[@JohanDoornenbal]

Ryans tip. Great sound ...

[@Counterpoint]

Here from CSL. Some great quality here. Subbed

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

Hey, thanks!

[@stephenchow5161]

i love your tune!

[@JulianFernandez]

so good. subscribed!

[@JasonSmall]

I can always a channel about recording stuff since I bought a bunch of it to teach class and I have no idea how to use any of it. Subbed.

[@JeremyHorn]

Everything is so smooth.

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

butter

[@halcyo]

And damn son, when you sang "WAKE UP" that vocal sounded killer!!!!

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

Well thank you! Trying to decide what mic to do next!

[@kylegrossi8175]

Very cool mic. Would love to hear that thing as a dedicated Room mic on a larger kit. sounded good on Guitar & Bass too.

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

I typically use it as a room mic or overheads. It’s great 👍

[@chadm4976]

Just picked up 2 AEA R8, waiting on my Lynx Aurora N!!!!

[@frankrotthier4392]

my desert-island mic! I love it!

[@musahenderson]

Great mic. just love it.

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

It’s so good... on everything!

[@bryanharrison3889]

fantastic. Subbed and clicked the bell... was sent here from creative sound lab....

[@SDA-Sound]

what the Duece! why doesn't anyone demo this on vocals it sounds really nice! yea I'm sure other mics would be better but what a vibe with that soft poof'ynes during the intimate parts!!!

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

R88 is a weapon

[@BadChizzle]

Hey look! You’re getting more subs!! Dude... that makes me happy, man. At this point, I wanna say stuff you could do to get more eyes on your channel, but I’m sure you’ve thought out all that shit... and you’re a pretty smart guy, so... keep it up, man.

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

Haha I’ve thought out very little.

[@yohami]

Good tune, good voice, make it happen

[@KettleMata]

nice

[@theblowupdollsmusic]

Would love to see you guys revisit this with the new AEA R88A Active version.

[@prodjincmusicproductions6587]

Great job!

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

Thanks!

[@nickhair2031]

I know I am late to the party, but that was excellent!

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

Thanks! These are a lot of fun to do

[@wadeburgan1574]

That sounded incredible. Maybe I missed it, but which preamps did you go through for this? I also came from CSL, and I've been working my way through your old videos. Thanks for the great content bro.

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

We started with Focusrite ISA preamps. Then When I say I want to switch in the video. I went to some 1073s to ha e some onboard EQ. This could be done in the box as well.

[@andrewlukinsmusic]

Awesome video and great track! Your singing is really good too, you shouldn't have to apologise. Could I suggest a future video on autotune and plugins you use for your vocals? Whatever tuning you did was barely even noticeable. Good job guys!

[@KirkyDrums]

Hey that was great .. I would like a video how you tuned the vocals also 👍

[@fartouille]

Hi, excellent video ! Any feedback regarding the Telefunken THP-29 would be appreciated as I am looking for good isolating and confortable headphones (mainly for drummers). Thanks !!!

[@todddammit4628]

Came over here from Ryan. Dude your channel is gonna explode. Production value is top notch. What are you shooting on? Kind of looked like a Panasonic S1? Anyway keep it up!

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

Thanks so much man! I really appreciate that. I’m learning as go. Eos R actually!

[@officialWWM]

That thing is a monster!

[@BroadwayBen]

I'm a total newcomer to home recording and production. A lot of resources feel really arcane and complicated, so your down to earth approach feels super refreshing. Now if you can just make a video on how to make my hand me down Tascam US1800 talk to my DAW lol....

[@BroadwayBen]

Google recommended this video FYI

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

That’s a usb interface right? Should just plug in make sure any drivers needed are installed. And you should be good to go.

[@sallopiccolo7336]

THAT WAS SWEET

[@thejawshop-AdventureRecording]

The TRP2 AEA preamp has a handy fantom power switch that is inside [you have to screw off the case] and it will guarantee it won't fry.

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

Yes... But a few other guys around here use the gear.... I didn't want the risk of someone accidentally hitting phantom on the wrong preamp. Mis patching something... accidents happen, so I just keep that cloud-lifter attached to it all the time.

[@thejawshop-AdventureRecording]

@@RecordingStudioLoser Smart move, I did that as well, but after an email back and forth with AEA [after I bought the preamp], they recommended not using the cloudlifter with the R88 if I had the AEA TRP2 preamp. The TRP2 was expensive, but I'm glad I did it, very clean with enough headroom beyond.

[@umatgeratonleik2584]

You have really good voice and singing attitude; I don't understand what you're on about!

[@crissabater7698]

Ryan Earnhardt said check your channel out so I have and subbed mate. Cheers.

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

Awesome, thank you!

[@521Life]

Cool video, what are the EQ’s you’re using? Are they the Warm Audio Neve clones?

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

No those are vintage Brent Averill racked neves. out of old desks

[@needviola]

Nice!

[@michaelpal7641]

I don't have 2G's for a mic. I have an AKG, made my own bass traps, a Scarlett 2i2, some JBL's. And I am trying to learn this art-Yes, its an art! Money is tight. What I do have is my incredibly powerful finger to click on Subscribe! Best regards Brother!

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

Yeah. I was weary to do it because of the cost. But it’s such a cool mic. I feel you though. I have most of my stuff because I either made it with kits, bought it broken and tried to fix it... and just kept collecting. And oh yeah, I’ll always make my own traps. It’s too easy and traps are WAY to expensive! Cheers dude!

[@lotusjace]

This sounds amazing guys! Wish I could say the same for me. I bought the R88 mic and the RPQ2 preamp with high hopes of recording my piano but only to be dashed as it turned out so noisy. You can only use it in a professional studio it seems and not at home.

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

I would contact AEA. Noisey isnt something I’ve ever encountered with their stuff. I know lots of guys using these in home studios. Is your power clean? If it’s not your power something may be wrong with the mic or pre. They’ll help you out

[@lotusjace]

@@RecordingStudioLoser Wow thanks for replying! I did contact AEA, they told me to take it to my dealer to check which I did and my dealer said there were no issues with the mic or pre's plus AEA even told me to get another mic and that the R88 wasn't suitable to home recordings.....so go figure...I mean on their official youtube page they have so many recordings with the R88 with some in a home environment! So It might be a power issue although I did try recording the piano in another space and it always had the same noise problem. Do you think that by using a power conditioner it might improve the noise? Are there any hacks/reccomendations around this?? Someone suggested I use some packing blankets to help deal with the elevated noise so I might try it. In the meantime I'm taking it to a super duper studio to test it out.

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

I can’t imagine anyone at AEA saying anything like that. Most of the problem working there have home studios. Their largest market is home studios. Take it to your dealer? Where was it purchased? Normally they get sent back in even if there is an incline that something is wrong. Please let us know who you talked to at AEA. Give me a name. I’ll reach out.

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

You don’t need a super studio to use this. I’ve taken the thing to cabins in the woods, RVs, parking garages out of the back of my van. Unless you have audible noise in the room or are sharing the circuit with something gnarly you shouldn’t have a problem.

[@lotusjace]

@@RecordingStudioLoser I just got a new interface to see if it makes a difference. I got an emf meter and doesn't look like I have huge power issues. I will turn off the led lighting next to the piano and unplug the electrical devices before recording. Hoping it'll work out.

[@onemic-theminimalist]

30+ OneMic videos with the AEA R88 all in stereo.

[@sailorsaturn_]

i know its been 3 years but did you use the mbp on mixbus? reallyy loving the sound and the song

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

Oh I’m sure I did. It’s very rare I wouldn’t

[@sailorsaturn_]

@@RecordingStudioLoser lovely song :) i keep coming back.

[@TheGarageRecordingSC]

Just sub’d, came over on suggestion from Ryan at Creative Sound Lab. Great video brother !! 👍🏻👍🏻

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

Thanks so much. Ryan is the man.

[@PhilZeGerman]

So with the whole it being stereo thing do you get two tracks that you can edit and eq and whatever seperately? How does it eork, does have two chords coming out of it? I saw the two xlr chords going into the cloudlifter. Btw, do you have any experience with the FatHed preamps? I got one for my SM7b and I love it. I habe never tried a Cloudlifter tho (I'm just starting out, recording mainly my own vocals) so I woukd really appreciate it if you would do like an honest comparison :)

[@PhilZeGerman]

The song sounds awesome btw. I would pay for it. Is it up on bandcamp or something? :)

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

There is a special Y cable that spilts into two separate XLR cables. I haven't tried the Fatheads but I'll see if I can get my hands on one! Buy the song? Really? I can put it up if there's interest for that... I'm honored you even ask. haha

[@chrisknowles64]

Cool channel! Impressive video too! Oh yeah, I saw Ryan's recommendation video. Glad I did. Ps. If you're a loser then I must be completely subterranean because you're pretty awesome!

[@Firearmerr]

Next challenge : record em all with 1 mic simultaneously! back to the 50s !

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

I need more people. Haha

[@DrUmSensitive]

The snare sounds sooooo modern. I can't wait for this trend to wear out so we can tune higher again. Also I would prefer electric guitar over acoustic for that staccato rhythm. Also a "modern" production choice. Am I just "old school" or does that really sound better? Good song, though, could compete with the rest on the charts no sweat.

[@RecordingStudioLoser]

That’s interesting. That modern snare sound is mostly used in pop from samples built from old school 70s sounds. I happen to be using one of those vintage 70s snares. I think modern I think higher tuned. But hey genres are all different. Either way. Do you. Tune high.

[@DrUmSensitive]

@@RecordingStudioLoser I tune đuvh higher, yes. It is not just the snare, but if you loosen the head that much that it doesn't resonate at all and then compress it, it will sound modern. At least that's what I am hearing. "Modern" IS vintage, everyone is using Supraphonics from the 70's, I know I do.

[@camdendebruin6667]

When even the example song is good

[@compucorder64]

Awesome mics. The Soyuz ambisonic mike would be another contender. Pair that with a great space and it could be Cowboy Junkies Trinity Sessions++