{"product_id":"royer-labs-r121","title":"Royer Labs R121","description":"\u003cdiv lang=\"en\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eRoyer Labs R-121\u003c\/strong\u003e is a flagship \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wrdtunes.com\/collections\/microphones\"\u003estudio microphone\u003c\/a\u003e that completely revolutionized the modern approach to ribbon mic recording. It was purposefully designed to withstand extremely high sound pressure levels (SPL) while maintaining the legendary, warm, and incredibly natural tone that classic ribbon designs are famous for. Thanks to its unmatched versatility, this model has become an absolute standard in premier recording studios worldwide, shining on electric guitar amps, brass instruments, drum rooms, and vocals alike.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAt the heart of the microphone lies an ultra-thin, 2.5-micron pure aluminum ribbon, powered by potent rare-earth neodymium magnets. The implementation of Royer's patented offset ribbon transducer design allows the R-121 to effortlessly handle loud sound sources from the front (up to 135 dB) without risking damage to the element. Interestingly, the rear side of the microphone offers a slightly brighter response with a gentle top-end lift when used within proximity range (3 feet and closer), opening up entirely new sonic possibilities for recording engineers.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDue to its passive architecture, the microphone contains no internal active electronics, which completely eliminates the risk of induced noise, overload, or distortion even at maximum signal levels. The lack of Phantom power requirements and the ribbon element's full immunity to heat and humidity make this model exceptionally durable and reliable. The R-121 boasts a figure-8 polar pattern, a flat frequency response, and an absolute absence of high-frequency phase distortion, guaranteeing flawless audio quality and striking realism.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eKEY FEATURES\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eClassic, natural ribbon sound without the hyped high-end of condenser mics\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCapability to handle extremely high sound pressure levels (over 135 dB)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePatented offset transducer assembly with a 2.5-micron pure aluminum ribbon\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eNo internal active electronics to overload or produce distortion at high SPLs\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExtremely low residual noise for pristine audio capture\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRibbon element completely unaffected by adverse heat or humidity\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTotal absence of high-frequency phase distortion and ringing\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRear side of the mic offers a brighter tonal characteristic when close-miked\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEqual sensitivity from the front and back of the element (Figure-8 pattern)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eConsistent and reliable frequency response regardless of miking distance\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eTECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eOperating Principle: Electrodynamic pressure gradient (Passive Ribbon)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePolar Pattern: Figure-8 (Bi-Directional)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGenerating Element: 2.5-micron pure aluminum ribbon\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMagnets: Rare Earth Neodymium\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFrequency Response: 30 Hz - 15 kHz (+\/- 3 dB)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSensitivity: -50 dBv Re. 1 V\/Pa\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOutput Impedance: 300 Ohms @ 1 kHz (nominal)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMaximum SPL: \u0026gt; 135 dB @ 20 Hz\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOutput Connector: Male XLR 3-pin (Pin 2 Hot)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDimensions (L x D): 158 x 25 mm\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWeight: 245 g\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Royer Labs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53259274715473,"sku":"16962","price":1522.81,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0729\/8741\/0769\/files\/RoyerLabsR1211.jpg?v=1773769328","url":"https:\/\/wrdtunes.com\/fr\/products\/royer-labs-r121","provider":"Wired Tunes","version":"1.0","type":"link"}