{"product_id":"royer-labs-sf-12-stereo-ribbon-microphone","title":"Royer Labs SF-12 Stereo Ribbon Microphone","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe SF-12 stereo coincident ribbon microphone combines high quality audio performance with outstanding stereo separation and imaging. It is a modern ribbon design with no audible diffraction effects or cavity resonance. An SF-12 is actually two matched ribbon microphones placed one above the other; each aimed 45 degrees from center in the classic Blumlein configuration. The frequency response is excellent regardless of the angle of sound striking the ribbons and off-axis coloration is negligible. The SF-12 utilizes two 1.8-micron ribbons, each weighing approximately 1\/3 milligram and producing superb transient response. The two ribbon transducers are magnet\/pole piece structures that produce a wide, uniform frequency response with no substantial peaks or dips. The case is ingot iron and forms part of the magnetic return circuit, an effective system with low leakage flux which accounts for the relatively high sensitivity in a trim package. The SF-12's extension cable comes with a Y adapter that splits into separate 3-pin male XLR connectors labled “Upper” and “Lower,” for the upper and lower capsules of the microphone (when held vertically). The SF-12 is uncanny for creating “you-are-there” stereo recordings that capture not only the instrument being recorded, but, depending on positioning, the acoustic environment as well. If you pay carefull attention to the sound of an instrument or ensemble in the recording environment, you will likely find a place where it sounds best to you. Position the SF-12 in that place and you will capture that sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA ribbon hears a room the way your ears do.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"vmi-benefit-bar\"\u003eFree shipping · Free local pickup in Miami · Financing at checkout\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFigure-of-eight pattern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural high-frequency roll off\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandles loud sources without harshness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand assembled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturer warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat is the SF-12 Stereo Ribbon Microphone?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRibbon microphones capture the top end gently rather than exaggerating it, which is why they sit so well on guitar cabinets, brass and drum overheads where a bright condenser turns brittle. The figure-of-eight pattern also rejects sound from the sides, giving useful control over what the microphone does not hear.\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\u003eSF-12 Stereo Ribbon Microphone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eType\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRibbon microphone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePattern\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFigure of eight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGuitar cabs, brass, overheads\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat are the key details?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eType\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRibbon microphone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePattern\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFigure of eight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGuitar cabs, brass, overheads\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePhantom\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSee specification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCondition\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNew, original packaging\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy choose Royer Labs?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRibbons are the classic answer to a source that sounds harsh on everything else. They are the difference between taming a guitar amp at the source and fighting it with EQ afterwards.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a ribbon microphone good for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eGuitar cabinets, brass, strings and drum overheads. Anywhere a condenser sounds harsh.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it need phantom power?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePassive ribbons do not, and phantom can damage some. Active models require it. Check the specification.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it fragile?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eModern ribbons are robust, but avoid blowing into them and use a windscreen outdoors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo you supply matched pairs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes where listed. Call 844-687-4208 for stereo pairs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy buy from Victory Musical Instruments?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVictory Musical Instruments is a veteran-owned pro audio dealer based in Miami, Florida, founded by a working musician. Free U.S. shipping, financing at checkout and local pickup in Miami. Call 844-687-4208.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eVolume and project pricing available for studios, schools and institutions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Royer Labs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44621740048435,"sku":"1753728","price":2799.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1768\/9095\/files\/01753728-wl.jpg?v=1785503836","url":"https:\/\/www.victorymusical.com\/products\/royer-labs-sf-12-stereo-ribbon-microphone","provider":"Victory Musical Instruments","version":"1.0","type":"link"}