BigRibbons

Wes Dooley has dedicated over 60 years to advancing the art of electrical recording, guided by the ethos of his mentor Wally Heider: place great musicians in a room they love, listen attentively to microphones, and capture the performance naturally, with minimal processing. At BigRibbonStories.com, this philosophy continues through the use of exquisite ribbon microphones, including vintage RCA 44B series and AEA progeny, alongside select modern condensers like the Josephson 617SET, all supported by bespoke preamps and analog-centric workflows. By prioritizing live, unmediated ensemble performance and analog mixing—ultimately printed to DSD256—Dooley and his team aim to preserve the “you are there” experience, blending meticulous mic technique, careful room selection, and modern high-resolution technology to celebrate the century-long legacy of electrical recording.