User Manual

Be aware of the proximity eect (an increase in bass
response) when the R2 is close to the sound source.
This can be a good or a bad thing.
You can adjust the bass response by changing the
distance from the mic to the sound source for an
optimum result in dierent situations.
You can also use a high-pass lter in your preamp
or mixer.
PRECAUTIONS
-The active part in the R2 consists of a very thin and
ultra-light corrugated aluminium ribbon clamped
under light tension and mounted between the poles
of a strong magnet.
When the sound waves hits the ribbon and moves it,
a small current is generated in the ribbon since it is
suspeneded in a magnetic eld.
The good part of this design is that it results in one
of the warmest and most natural sound available
from any type of microphone.
The bad part of it is that it also make ribbon micro-
phones the most sensitive and fragile ones.
It is therefor very important that the R2, as any other
ribbon mic, is treated with very special care if it is
not to be seriously damaged.
In order to ensure a long life for your R2, please
always follow these guidlines:
1. Do never subject the R2 to hard knocks, such
as dropping it or not packing it properly when
you move or transport it since this can destroy the
ribbon assembly.
2. Do never blow into the R2 and protect it from any
strong blast of air movement as this can tear and
destroy the fragile ribbon.
Do never move around fast with the R2 in your
hand, please remember that any excessive air move-
ment can damage the ribbon.
3. Do always use a pop-lter when there is a risk of
excessive air movements reaching the ribbon from
the sound source.
One exemple is close-up vocals. The pop-lter will
also protect the R1 from mouth spray. Do always
protect the R2 from dirt and moisture.
4. Do never apply phantom power to the R2 since it
can burn the ribbon. Be very careful that phantom
power is switched o before plugging the R2 into a
mixer or preamp and see to it that no one turns the
phantom power on by mistake.
5. When the R2 is not in use, always keep it in its case.
6. Do always store the R2 in a vertical position. If it
is stored horisontally, the 42 mm long ribbon can sag
by time which will gradually degrade the perform-
ance of the R2.
7. Avoid exposing the R2 to direct sunlight or
extremes in humidity for extended periods of time.
8. Do never try to service the R 2 yourself since this
will void the warranty.
WARRANTY
- Due to the extremely delicate nature of ribbon
mics which can so easily be damaged by improper
handling and use, the ribbon assembly is not cov-
ered under warranty.
Please check your R2 carefully immidiately when
you receive it and make sure that there are no prob-
lems with the mic.
Aer that rst initial inspection, the standard war-
ranty only apply to defects in materials and work-
manship in parts other than the ribbon assembly.
If the ribbon assembly is damaged during use, con-
tact your dealer or us for a quote for replacement of
the ribbon assembly.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Type: Large ribbon geometry, pure aluminium,
2,5um thick, 42 x 5mm size.
Polar paern: Figure 8
Frequency response: 30Hz - 18kHz +/- 3dB
Sensitivity: -50dB (0dB=1V/Pa) @1kHz.
Maximum SPL (<1% THD @1kHz): 137 dB.
Output impedance: 250 ohm.
Recommended load impedance:
> 1,2 kOhm.
Dimensions: 76x166 mm.
Weight: 350 g.
Please note:
Specications can be changed
at any time without notice.
Many thanks for purchasing
the Golden Age Project R 2
- We wish you much joy and many
wonderful recordings with it!
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