Royer R-122V (Matched Pair)

The R-122V is the pinnacle of Royer's R-Series line, a world class tube ribbon microphone exhibiting unparalleled richness, depth and detail, particularly in the midrange frequencies. With a lushness that has to be heard to be truly appreciated, the R-122V offers the ultimate in ribbon microphone performance for those who insist on the very best.

The R-122V takes the Royer-pioneered concept of active ribbon microphone technology to an unprecedented level by incorporating vacuum tube electronics into the same proven transducer system used in the venerable R-121 and R-122 ribbon microphones. The high operating voltage of the vacuum tube provides headroom far beyond that available from a standard phantom power supply. Sonically this translates into unmatched clarity, detail and airiness, along with the ability to handle brute SPL levels without flinching.

Key features:

• Frequency response: 30Hz - 15kHz
• Polar pattern: figure-8
• Vacuum tube electronics provide high output capability, optimal impedance to the ribbon element & low output impedance
• Extremely low self-noise
• Operates from a dedicated power supply
• High SPL capabilities for electric guitar & percussion instruments
• Absence of high-frequency peaks, "ringing" & phase shifts
• Ribbon element unaffected by impedance/load, heat or humidity
• Very low magnetic leakage
• 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
• Includes elastic shock mounts