{"product_id":"royer-ro-r12","title":"Royer R-12 Active Ribbon Microphone","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Royer R-12 is an active figure-8 ribbon microphone for studio recording and live sound. It uses the 2.5-micron aluminum ribbon from Royer's R-121, and its phantom-powered electronics raise the output to a level comparable to a studio condenser, so quiet acoustic instruments and vocals reach any phantom-powered preamp at a healthy level. A -15 dB pad and a 100 Hz high-pass filter let the same mic take on loud drums, cranked guitar amps and close vocals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePad, Filter and Protection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pad sits ahead of the electronics, giving the mic 15 dB more headroom for high-SPL sources. The high-pass filter rolls off at 6 dB per octave from 100 Hz to control proximity bass on close vocals and speaker cabinets. Inside, the active circuit gives the ribbon a consistent load, and a three-layer windscreen and an internal shock mount protect the ribbon from plosives and handling noise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFigure-8 pattern\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eActive ribbon microphone powered by 48 V phantom\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSame 2.5-micron ribbon element as the R-121\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOutput level comparable to a studio condenser microphone\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSwitchable -15 dB pad placed ahead of the electronics\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSwitchable 100 Hz high-pass filter, 6 dB per octave\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHandles over 160 dB SPL at 1 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSelf-noise under 16 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThree-layer windscreen and internally shock-mounted transducer\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLow output impedance for long cable runs\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePatented offset-ribbon design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOperating principle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Electrodynamic pressure gradient with active electronics\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePolar pattern:\u003c\/strong\u003e Figure-8\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElement:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.5-micron aluminum ribbon\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMagnets:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rare earth neodymium (grade 52)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency response:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30 Hz to 15 kHz, +\/- 3 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSensitivity:\u003c\/strong\u003e -36 dB (re. 1 V\/Pa)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSelf-noise:\u003c\/strong\u003e Under 16 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePad:\u003c\/strong\u003e -15 dB, switchable\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-pass filter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100 Hz, 6 dB per octave, switchable\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum SPL:\u003c\/strong\u003e Over 160 dB at 1 kHz, over 135 dB at 30 Hz\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutput impedance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 200 ohms, balanced\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRated load impedance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 kilohm minimum\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutput connector:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3-pin male XLR (pin 2 hot)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower:\u003c\/strong\u003e 48 V phantom, 4 mA\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 209.5 mm (8 1\/4 in) long including mounting base, 35 mm (1 3\/8 in) wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 462 g (16.3 oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 years on materials, workmanship and finish to the original owner; first re-ribbon free within one year\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIn the Box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRoyer R-12 active ribbon microphone\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSwivel microphone mount\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMic sock\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHard-shell carrying case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Royer","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67380180025593,"sku":"RO-R12","price":1199.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0746\/5766\/1177\/files\/r12-front.jpg?v=1792175469","url":"https:\/\/blackoutaudio.com\/products\/royer-ro-r12","provider":"Blackout Audio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}