Royer R-121 LIVE - Figure 8 Ribbon Microphone for Live Touring Applications
The Royer Labs model R-121 is a compact bi-directional (figure-eight) velocity type ribbon microphone designed for professional applications. The figure-eight pick-up pattern allows the R-121 to be addressed from either side with equal sensitivity. The inphase signal is achieved when the microphone is addressed from the front, indicated by the “ROYER” logo.
Features:- Very high overload characteristics – maximum SPL greater than 135 dB
- No internal active electronics to overload or produce distortion up to maximum SPL rating
- Extremely low residual noise
- Ribbon element is unaffected by heat or humidity
- Absence of high frequency phase distortion
- Excellent phase linearity – even off axis
- Equal sensitivity from front or back of element
- Consistent frequency response regardless of distance
- No power supply required
- Compact size