In 1998, AEA released its first museum-quality reproduction of the
\niconic RCA 44. Now, in 2023, we honor our continued legacy with a
\nlimited edition homage to the RCA 44BX: the 44-CX 25LE. Complete
\nwith a three-position inductor high-pass filter switch and original
\ncolor-matched transformer case, this unique product recalls the
\nvintage sound of the 44BX with the added benefit of modern
\ncomponents and materials.
\nVintage aesthetic, vintage sound
\nMuch like the original 44BX, the 44-CX 25LE features an umber gray
\ncase and brushed satin plated finish, custom \u201cmeatball\u201d logo badge
\nin original RCA font, and brown cabling. Look closely, and you might
\neven spot a color difference in the grille silk, which is slightly more
\nmuted to emulate an aged mic.
\nThe most exciting feature of the 25LE is the three-position circuit
\njumper switch at its base. Historically, many broadcasters and
\nmusicians alike modded their BXs with similar switches, eliminating
\nthe need to open the case for adjustments.
\nInspired by old RCA schematics of the 44BX\u2019s \u201creactor\u201d (now
\ncommonly referred to as an inductor), our team collaborated closely<\/p>\n
with Cinemag Transformers to develop the best-sounding inductor-
\ntransformer combination. The 25LE model features a 1:32 transformer<\/p>\n
(rather than our standard 1:28), paired with an inductor that is
\nconnected to the secondary of the transformer in various
\nconfigurations. By switching the toggle on the bottom of the 25LE,
\nyou can choose between:
\n– \u201cM\u201d (or \u201cmusic,\u201d which bypasses the inductor)
\n– \u201cV1\u201d (a slight high-pass filter, best for taming more distant or mid
\nrange vocals)
\n– \u201cV2\u201d (a more aggressive high-pass filter, for close miking, deeper
\nvocals, or just sound coloration)<\/p>\n
FEATURES of the 44-CX 25LE:
\n\u2022 Museum-quality homage to the RCA 44BX
\n\u2022 Bronze investment-cast yoke, finished in satin nickel
\n\u2022 Three-position toggle switch selects between \u201cMusic\u201d (no filter\/
\nclassic 44 sound), \u201cV1\u201d (HPF), and \u201cV2\u201d (more aggressive HPF)
\n\u2022 Custom 1:32 transformer (original AEA R44CX is 1:28)
\n\u2022 Full and rich sound; smooth highs and warm lows, with additional
\nsignal coloring options<\/p>\n
\u2022 Vintage-inspired look with classic brown XLR cable and non-
\nreflective, umber transformer case<\/p>\n
Operating Principle:Pressure gradient transducer
\nDirectional Pattern:Native bidirectional, figure-of-8 pattern
\nFrequency Range:<20 Hz to >20 KHz
\nSensitivity: Output 5.54 mV\/Pa (-45.1dBV) into loaded circuit
\nImpedance:330\u03a9 broadband
\nPhantom Power:Not required or recommended
\nPolarity:Pin 2 high for positive pressure on front of
\nmic
\nMicrophone Dimensions<\/p>\n
Height:12.25 in (31.1 cm)
\nWidth:4.62 in (11.7 cm)
\nDepth:3.25 in (8.3 cm)
\nWeight with cable:7.9 lb (3.43 kg)
\nConnector:Gold plated Neutrik XLR-3M wired to a
\n10\u2019 (3 m) captive Canare Star Quad cable<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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