Royer R-121MP - Matched Pair of R-121 Ribbon Microphones

Royer R-121MP - Matched Pair of R-121 Ribbon Microphones

The Royer R-121MP is a matched pair of award winning R-121 ribbon microphones with consecutive serial numbers. Like most ribbon microphones, the R-121 has a figure-of-eight polar response but unlike most, it can handle high SPLs which has helped make it an industry standard microphone on electric guitar and brass.

When close miking, the R-121 has two personalities. The rear of the microphone is slightly brighter than the front, this can be useful when recording acoustic guitars, vocals, and other sound sources that you may need a slightly brighter response on.

Royer R-121MP Features

• Matched pair with consecutive serial numbers
• High SPL Capabilities
• No internal active electronics to overload or produce 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

Applications

• Electric Guitar Amps
• Brass Instruments
• Horn Sections
• Drum Rooms
• Kick Drum
• Woodwinds
• Percussion Instruments
• Acoustic Piano
• Acoustic Guitar
• String Instruments & Sections
• Choirs & Orchestras
• Commercial Broadcast

Royer R-121 Specifications

• Acoustic Operating Principle: Electrodynamic pressure gradient
• Polar Pattern: Figure-8
• Generating Element: 2.5-micron aluminum ribbon
• Magnets: Rare Earth Neodymium
• Frequency Response: 30 -15,000 Hz +/- 3dB
• Sensitivity: -50 dBv Re. 1v/pa
• Output Impedance: 300 Ohms @ 1K (nominal)
• Rated Load Impedance: >1500 Ohms @ 300 Ohms
• Maximum SPL: >135dB @ 20 Hz
• Output Connector: Male XLR 3 pin (Pin 2 Hot)
• Dimensions: 155.7mm L, 25mm W (6.13" L, 1" W) Weight: 244g (8.6 oz)
• Finish: Dull Satin Nickel/Matte Black Chrome optional