Royer R-122 MkII Phantom Powered Ribbon Mic
“When you already make some of the best ribbon mics in the world, improving on them isn’t easy — but Royer have done just that.”
The Royer R-122 MKll Phantom Powered Ribbon Microphone takes the R-122 to a whole new level, delivering unprecedented flexibility for ribbons via the addition of a switchable -15 dB pad and a switchable bass-cut filter. The switches are completely out of the circuit when disengaged so when both are off, the microphone is for all purposes an original Royer R-122. The switches are located on the back of the microphone and recessed to prevent accidental activation.
Features
- Phantom powered circuitry provides high output and impedance matching
- High SPL Capabilities
- No distortion up to maximum SPL rating
- Extremely low residual noise
- Ribbon element is not affected by heat or humidity
- Absence of high frequency phase distortion
- Equal sensitivity from front or back of element
- Consistent frequency response regardless of distance
- Rear side of mic records slightly brighter when three feet or closer to sound source
Applications
- Electric Guitar Amps
- Acoustic Guitar
- Drum Overheads
- Percussion Instruments
- Brass and Woodwinds
- Horn Sections
- Acoustic Piano
- Acoustic Guitar
- Harp
- Solo Strings & String Sections
- Choirs and Orchestras
- Commercial Broadcast
- Voice Over
The Royer R-122 MKII Phantom Powered Ribbon Microphone is also available as a matched pair.
Specifications
- Acoustic Operating Principle: Electrodynamic pressure gradient with active electronics
- Polar Pattern: Figure-8
- Generating Element: 2.5-micron aluminum ribbon
- Magnets: Rare Earth Neodymium
- Frequency Response: 30 -15,000 Hz +/- 3dB
- Sensitivity: -37 dB (referenced 1v/pa +/- 2dB)
- Self-Noise: < 20 dB
- Output Impedance: 200 Ohms, balanced
- Rated Load Impedance: 1K-Ohm
- Maximum SPL: >135dB
- Output Connector: Male XLR 3 pin (Pin 2 Hot).
- Dimensions: 206mm L X 25mm W (8 1/8″” L X 1″” W)
Weight: 309 grams (10.9 oz) - Finish: Dull Satin Nickel/Matte Black Chrome optional.
