A high-quality ribbon microphone for accurate sound reproduction, providing a smooth and natural sonic character, making it well-suited for capturing vocals, instruments, and studio recordings with warmth, detail, and a vintage-inspired tonal signature, offering a versatile tool for professional audio engineers and musicians seeking a classic ribbon microphone sound.
Brand: Royer
Model: 122 V – Vacuum Tube Ribbon Microphone
Manufacture URL: https://royerlabs.com/r-122v/
The manual is available to download by clicking “Article Attachments” below. The most up-to-date information will be found on the manufacturer’s website. Please note this manual and images used are for educational purposes only.
Access & Usage
Pick-Up Location: The Conservatorium of Music – CON111 – Tech Office
Induction(s) Required:
- L1 General Induction
- L2 City Performance & Rehearsal Studios Inductions
These inductions can be found inside Canvas:
Your Course > Modules > Compulsory WHS Inductions
This resource may be course dependent, please speak to Technical Staff for more information.
Technical Specifications
Acoustic Operating Principle: Electrodynamic pressure gradient with vacuum tube electronics.
Vacuum Tube: JAN mil-spec 5840W pentode wired in triode configuration
Polar Pattern: Figure-8
Generating Element: 2.5-micron aluminum ribbon
Magnets: Rare Earth Neodymium
Frequency Response: 30 – 15,000 Hz +/- 3dB
Sensitivity: -36 dB (re. 1v/pa +/- 1 dB)
Self-Noise: < 18 dB
Output Impedance: 200 Ohms, balanced
Rated Load Impedance: 1 K-Ohm
Maximum SPL: >135dB SPL @ 20 Hz
Power Requirements: Plate supply: 135 VDC @ 2mA, Filament supply: 6 VDC @ 150mA
from dedicated power supply.
Dimensions: 206mm L, 25mm W (8 1/8″ L, 1″ W)
Weight: 300g (10.9 oz)
Finish: Dull Satin Nickel/Matte Black Chrome
Book Equipment
Equipment is available after required inductions are complete and privileges have been applied to your account.
Store Opening Hours
| Day | Open Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 10:00 am – 4:00 pm |
| Tuesday | 10:00 am – 4:00 pm |
| Wednesday | 10:00 am – 4:00 pm |
| Thursday | 10:00 am – 4:00 pm |
| Friday | 10:00 am – 4:00 pm |
| Weekends | Closed |