Royer Labs - R-122 MKII
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Ribbon Microphone
Royer Labs R-122 MKII active ribbon microphone with 15 dB pad and bass pad.
ARTICLE N° 62939
Presentation
This MKII version is an improvement on the famous R-122 from American manufacturer Royer Labs, with the same strengths: impressive performance and versatility.
The differences lie in its 15dB attenuator and bass pad, which now allow even the loudest sound sources to be recorded without fear of overload or distortion.
Use without moderation on stage or in the studio!
The differences lie in its 15dB attenuator and bass pad, which now allow even the loudest sound sources to be recorded without fear of overload or distortion.
Use without moderation on stage or in the studio!
Features
Shockmount included
No
Other features
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Royer Labs R-122 MKII
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Active ribbon microphone
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High output level and matched impedance
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Requires +48V phantom power
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Ability to handle high sound levels
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No distortion up to maximum SPL of 135dB
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Frequency response: 30Hz - 15kHz
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Output impedance: 200 ohms
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Ultra-low residual noise
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Heat and humidity resistant ribbon
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No phase distortion at high frequencies
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Front and rear panels with the same sensitivity
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Constant frequency response, regardless of distance
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The rear panel accentuates the high frequencies of the signal a little more
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than the front when the microphone is less than 3 metres from the sound source
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Connector: XLR
To find out more...
The Royer Labs R-122 MKII is a compact, phantom-powered, monaural ribbon microphone. Similar to the Royer R-121, the R-122 MKII has a flat frequency response and well-balanced panning, but is 13dB more sensitive, has a faster transient response and its electronics provide optimum ribbon loading. Like the R-121, the R-122 MKII's ability to withstand high sound pressure levels makes it ideal for applications previously considered impossible for ribbon microphones.
The R-122 MKII is as sensitive as condenser microphones, allowing you to use virtually any microphone or audio interface preamp (even those with nominal characteristics). Conventional ribbon microphones are, on average, 15 to 20 dB less sensitive than condenser microphones, requiring the use of high-quality, high-gain preamps for recording softer sound sources such as acoustic instruments, vocals and room ambience.
The R-122 MKII contains a fully balanced, discrete head amp system using ultra-low noise field effect transistors. Plug an R-122 MKII into any preamp with medium gain characteristics and you'll still get full Royer performance, no matter how quiet the sound source, and you'll have enough gain to drive any recording medium.
The electronics of the R-122 MKII provide a perfect ribbon load, meaning that the R-122 MKII is able to deliver 100% of its sonic potential regardless of the input characteristics of the next microphone. Thanks to the low impedance output, Royer's active ribbon microphones can also be used with extremely long cable lengths with minimal signal loss.
A good impedance match is essential with ribbon microphones, otherwise you will 'load' your ribbon incorrectly, resulting in loss of bass, reduced body, decreased sensitivity and compromised overall performance. With the R-122 MKII, the ribbon receives optimum impedance at all times, whatever your equipment, so its performance will never be compromised by the effects of improper loading. What's more, the ribbon cannot be damaged by phantom power, electrical faults or bad cables.
The R-122 MKII is as sensitive as condenser microphones, allowing you to use virtually any microphone or audio interface preamp (even those with nominal characteristics). Conventional ribbon microphones are, on average, 15 to 20 dB less sensitive than condenser microphones, requiring the use of high-quality, high-gain preamps for recording softer sound sources such as acoustic instruments, vocals and room ambience.
The R-122 MKII contains a fully balanced, discrete head amp system using ultra-low noise field effect transistors. Plug an R-122 MKII into any preamp with medium gain characteristics and you'll still get full Royer performance, no matter how quiet the sound source, and you'll have enough gain to drive any recording medium.
The electronics of the R-122 MKII provide a perfect ribbon load, meaning that the R-122 MKII is able to deliver 100% of its sonic potential regardless of the input characteristics of the next microphone. Thanks to the low impedance output, Royer's active ribbon microphones can also be used with extremely long cable lengths with minimal signal loss.
A good impedance match is essential with ribbon microphones, otherwise you will 'load' your ribbon incorrectly, resulting in loss of bass, reduced body, decreased sensitivity and compromised overall performance. With the R-122 MKII, the ribbon receives optimum impedance at all times, whatever your equipment, so its performance will never be compromised by the effects of improper loading. What's more, the ribbon cannot be damaged by phantom power, electrical faults or bad cables.
