{"product_id":"royer-labs-r-122-mkii-active-ribbon-microphone","title":"Royer Labs R-122 MKII Active Ribbon Microphone","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eR-122 MKII\u003c\/strong\u003e is an \u003cstrong\u003eactive ribbon microphone\u003c\/strong\u003e, the phantom-powered version of the R-121 that made Royer's name. Active electronics give it far higher output and a consistent load, so it works properly on any preamp rather than needing a specialist one.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe R-121 voice, without needing a preamp with sixty clean decibels.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"vmi-benefit-bar\"\u003eFree shipping · Free local pickup in Miami · Financing at checkout\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn 2022, we introduced the R-11, the world's first phantom powered, active ribbon(TM) microphone. It was a revolutionary development in ribbon mics, combining impedance matching circuitry with condenser-like output levels that allowed the R-122 to be used on even the quietest sound sources. It also allowed the mic to be paired to virtually any preamplifier. The R-122 MKII takes the R-122 to a whole new level, delivering unprecedented flexibility for ribbons via the addition of a switchable -15 dB pad and a switchable bass-cut filter. The switches are completely cut out of the circuit when disengaged so when both are off, the microphone is for all purposes an original R-22. The switches are located on the back of the microphone and recessed to prevent accidental activation. Features: · Phantom powered circuitry provides high output and impedance matching · -15 dB pad before the mic's electronics gives more headroom when activated · Bass cut filter reduces proximity effect and bass below 100 Hz when activated · High SPL Capabilities · No distortion up to maximum SPL rating · Extremely low residual noise · Ribbon element is not affected by heat or humidity · Absence of high frequency phase distortion · Equal sensitivity from front or back of element · Consistent frequency response regardless of distance · Rear side of mic records slightly brighter when three feet or closer to sound source\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRoyer Labs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eR-122 MKII\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMicrophone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWarranty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRoyer Labs limited warranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat Does Active Mean on a Ribbon?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe microphone carries its own powered electronics, so output is much higher than a passive ribbon and the ribbon sees a consistent load regardless of what preamp it feeds. It requires 48V phantom power to operate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eR-121 or R-122 MKII?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSame fundamental ribbon design. The R-121 is passive and needs a high-gain, clean preamp or a mic activator. The R-122 MKII is active, so it drives any preamp properly and is far less fussy about what it is plugged into.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCan It Take a Loud Source?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, and that is a large part of why Royer exists. The offset ribbon design handles the SPL in front of a driven guitar cabinet, which would destroy a vintage ribbon.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy Royer Labs\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRoyer Labs has built ribbon microphones in Burbank since 1998, and the R-121 changed the category by making a ribbon that could take real level in front of a guitar cabinet without tearing. Every ribbon is assembled by hand, and the company's offset-ribbon design is the reason a Royer handles loud sources that would destroy a vintage ribbon.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Royer Labs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44799124111411,"sku":"R-122 MKII","price":1999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1768\/9095\/files\/01753726_1z.jpg?v=1788133911","url":"https:\/\/www.victorymusical.com\/products\/royer-labs-r-122-mkii-active-ribbon-microphone","provider":"Victory Musical Instruments","version":"1.0","type":"link"}