level of performance to ribbons and greatly enhancing the desir-
ability of ribbon microphones across the board. We like to think
that it’s like going from black and white television to color.
Features and Specifications
R-122 Features:
· Very high overload characteristics – maximum SPL greater
than 135 dB
· Active electronics offered greatly enhanced output and true
ribbon isolation.
· 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
Electrical Specifications
Acoustic Operating Principle
Electro-dynamic
pressure
gradient
Polar Pattern
Figure-8
Generating Element
2.5
micron
aluminum
ribbon
Frequency Range
30 HZ – 15,000 HZ ± 3 dB
Sensitivity
-39
dBv
(or
greater)
referenced
Ref 1 v/pa
Self Noise
<20 dB
Output Impedance
200
Ohms
balanced
Rated Load Impedance
>
1000
Ohms
Maximum SPL
>
135
dB
Output Connector
Male XLR 3 pin (Pin 2 Hot)
Power Requirements
48-Volt
Phantom
Only
Supply Current
4 mA
All Royer monaural microphones are also available in matched
pairs.
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