Built for delivering excellent performance in both studio recording and live sound applications, the Royer Labs R-12 Active Ribbon Microphone sports a figure-8 pickup pattern and active circuitry for high output with low noise. Ideal for acoustic or amplified string instruments, pianos, brass, drums, and more, this microphone delivers a warm, natural sound with nuance.
The R-12 sports the same well-regarded ribbon element of the legendary R-121, ensuring a high maximum SPL handling of 160 dB with the onboard -15 dB pad engaged. This provides enough headroom to handle the loudest of sound sources. The switchable 100 Hz high-pass filter helps to reduce low-end frequency build up that can occur due to the proximity effect, making it possible to engage in close-miking techniques. The internal ribbon element is shock mounted, helping to reduce handling noise, and the triple-layer metal mesh windscreen prevents annoying plosives from ruining a killer vocal take. The R-12 includes a mic stand adapter, a mic sock, and a carrying case.
With its switchable -15 dB pad, the R-12 can deliver excellent headroom for louder program material such as drums and dimed electric guitars. This important feature eliminates any potential for headroom-related distortion on the loudest sound sources.