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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