AEA Ribbon Mics Wins Two TEC Awards for Outstanding Technical Achievement at 2026 NAMM Show

Nuvo N28 Stereo Ribbon Microphone and TDI Duo Direct Box Honored at 41st Annual NAMM TEC Awards

Anaheim, California, January 26, 2026 — AEA Ribbon Mics was recognized with two TEC Awards for Outstanding Technical Achievement during the 41st Annual NAMM Technical Excellence & Creativity (TEC) Awards, held on January 22nd at the Anaheim Convention Center in California. AEA’s Nuvo N28 Compact Stereo Ribbon Microphone received top honors in the Microphones – Recording category, while the TDI Duo Dual Phantom-Powered Direct Box won in the Production Essentials category.

Now in its 41st year, the NAMM TEC Awards are among the most respected honors in the pro audio and music technology industries. Presented annually by The NAMM Foundation, the awards recognize the individuals, companies, and technical innovations behind today’s sound recordings, live performances, film, television, video games, and other media.

After receiving numerous nominations over the years, these wins mark AEA’s first TEC Award victories, representing a milestone moment for the Pasadena-based manufacturer and its continued work advancing ribbon microphone and signal-path technology.

“We’re grateful to the NAMM Foundation and the TEC Awards voting community for this recognition,” said Julie Tan, CEO of AEA Ribbon Mics. “The ribbon microphone world is a small, close-knit community, and the support we share within it is something we truly value. It meant a great deal to have our friend John Jennings of Royer Labs accept the awards on AEA’s behalf.”

To learn more, visit aearibbonmics.com.

 

About AEA Ribbon Mics
​Founded in 1964, AEA began as a record label and mobile recording studio before expanding into microphone repairs and full-scale manufacturing. In 1998, AEA introduced the R44C — an evolution of the iconic RCA 44BX — and has since developed a full range of microphones and preamps inspired by classic designs and built to modern standards. With a commitment to ultra-low noise circuitry, musical sound, and expert craftsmanship, AEA continues to push ribbon technology forward while honoring its legacy. All AEA products are proudly handcrafted in Pasadena, California.

Learn more at aearibbonmics.com

Hunter Williams

Hunter Williams

Public Relations, Hummingbird Media, Inc.

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