Royer SF-2 - Active Ribbon Microphone - Ultra-Compact

Royer SF-2 - Active Ribbon Microphone

The Royer SF-2 is a compact, mono, phantom powered ribbon microphone designed primarily for classical applications and acoustic instruments. The SF-2 features active electronics that make it as sensitive as standard condenser microphones which allowing it to be used effectively with a variety of mic preamps.

The SF-2 has a flat, uniform frequency response with a figure-of-eight polar response, transient response is superb thanks to the 1.8 micron ribbon element. Off-axis coloration is negligible.

Supplied in an aluminium case with shock mount and mic sock. 

Royer SF-2 Features

• Phantom powered circuitry provides high output and impedance matching
• High SPL capabilities (130 dB @ 70 Hz)
• No distortion up to maximum SPL rating
• Extremely low residual noise
• Ribbon element not affected by heat or humidity
• Absence of high frequency phase distortion.
• Equal sensitivity from front and back of microphone
• Consistent frequency response regardless of distance
• High efficiency toroidal transformer and gold plated output connector
• Very low magnetic leakage
• Matte Black finish reduces reflected light for live and on-camera use

Applications

• Choir
• Woodwinds, flute and other reed instruments
• Violin, cello and other stringed instruments
• Brass, string and woodwind sections
• Piano
• Harp
• Orchestra
• Acoustic Guitar, Mandolin, Banjo
• Percussion Instruments
• Vocals
• Drum Overheads
• Ambiance

Royer SF-2 Specifications

• Electrodynamic pressure gradient with active electronics.
• Polar Pattern: Figure-8
• Generating Element: 1.8-micron aluminum ribbon
• Frequency Range: 30 HZ - 15,000 HZ +/-2db
• Sensitivity: -38 dBv Ref 1 Volt per Pascal
• Output Impedance: 200 Ohms @ 1khz
• Rated Load Impedance: > 1500 Ohms
• Maximum SPL: > 130 dB SPL
• Output Connector: Male XLR 3 pin (Pin 2 Hot)
• Power Requirements: 48-Volt Phantom
• Supply Current: 4 mA
• High grade neodymium magnet assembly
• Stainless steel internal baffle and dampener
• Weight: 448 grams (15.8 oz.)
• Dimensions: 142 mm x 39mm (base) x 25mm (top)
• Finish: Matte black