{"product_id":"royer-ro-r121","title":"Royer R-121 Ribbon Microphone","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Royer R-121 is Royer Labs' flagship passive figure-8 ribbon microphone, introduced in the 1990s and still a first choice for electric guitar cabinets in studios and on live stages. Its 2.5-micron aluminum ribbon handles more than 160 dB SPL at 1 kHz, so it can face a wide-open amp or a trumpet played full out, and it captures fingerpicked acoustic guitar, harp and flute with the same natural detail. The body is compact and light, which makes it easy to position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTwo Sounds From One Mic\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoyer's patented offset-ribbon transducer sets the ribbon closer to the front (logo) side. From the front, the ribbon has room to move on loud sources and keeps its full frequency response. The back side gives a brighter pickup at close range that suits acoustic instruments and vocals; reverse the polarity at the preamp or in your DAW when you use it. With no active electronics, there is nothing to overload below the maximum SPL.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere to Use It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoyer lists electric guitar amps, brass and horn sections, drum rooms, kick drum, woodwinds, percussion, acoustic piano, acoustic guitar, strings, choirs and orchestras, and broadcast. Royer recommends its Sling-Shock shock mount and the dBooster in-line booster as companions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePassive figure-8 ribbon microphone\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2.5-micron, 99.99% pure aluminum ribbon\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHandles over 160 dB SPL at 1 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePatented offset-ribbon transducer with a brighter back side\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNo active electronics to overload or distort up to the maximum SPL\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRare earth neodymium magnets in Royer's flux-frame design\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eExtremely low residual noise\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRibbon element unaffected by heat or humidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGold-plated XLR contacts\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHand-built in Burbank, California\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\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\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 -47 dBV (re. 1 V\/Pa)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutput impedance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 300 ohms at 1 kHz (nominal)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRated load impedance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1,500 ohms or greater\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum SPL:\u003c\/strong\u003e Over 160 dB at 1 kHz, over 135 dB at 20 Hz\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutput connector:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3-pin male XLR (pin 2 hot), gold-plated contacts\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 155.7 mm (6.13 in) long, 25 mm (1 in) wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 244 g (8.6 oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dull satin nickel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIn the Box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRoyer R-121 ribbon microphone\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProtective wood case\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMic sock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Royer","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67380181205241,"sku":"RO-R121","price":2059.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0746\/5766\/1177\/files\/r121-front.jpg?v=1792175474","url":"https:\/\/blackoutaudio.com\/products\/royer-ro-r121","provider":"Blackout Audio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}