User's Manual
Table Of Contents
- TABLE OF CONTENTS
- Model R-122V Vacuum Tube Ribbon Microphone
- Introduction
- Active Ribbon Technology
- Description
- Applications
- Ribbons in the Digital World
- User Guide
- Using the R-122V vacuum tube Ribbon Microphone
- Power Supply Input Module
- Operation
- Amplification Considerations
- The Sweet Spot
- Finding and Working with the Sweet Spot
- Proximity Effect and Working Distance
- The Sound That Is “More Real than Real”
- Microphone Techniques
- General Tips for Using the Royer R-122V
- Stereophonic Microphone Techniques
- Specialized Recording Techniques
- Recording on the Back Side of the R-122V
- Care & Maintenance
- Troubleshooting
- Features
- Electrical Specifications
- Mechanical Specifications
- Polar Pattern
- Frequency Response
- Warranty
Output Connector: Male XLR 3 pin (pin 2 hot)
Vacuum Tube: 5840-W miniature type with wire leads
Power Requirements: 100-120 VAC 50-60HZ, 220-240 VAC 50-60HZ
Fuse Type (2 Slo-Blo): Located in IEC power connector
200-ma for 110-120 volts, 100-ma for 220-240-volts
All Royer monaural microphones are also available in matched pairs.
Mechanical Specifications
High-grade Neodymium magnet assembly in Royer’s patented Flux-Frame
1.5” x 3/16” x 2.5-micron ribbon assembly
Stainless steel internal baffle and dampener
Dimensions: 206 mm L x 25 mm W (8-1/8” L x 1” W)
Microphone Weight: 10.2 oz, 290 g
Power Supply Weight: 3.5 lbs, 1.6 Kg
Shipping Weight: 15.5 lbs, 7 Kg
Finish: Dull Satin Nickel, Matte Black Chrome or Gold Plate
Accessories: Dedicated power supply, 7-Pin microphone cable, AC line cord,
protective wooden case, protective mic sock, RSM-1 shock-mount,
camera style carrying case, instructions and documentation.
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