The R-122V Vacuum Tube Ribbon Microphone from Royer Labs is the result of additional developments made to the microphone once used as the benchmark to test their R-122 series microphones against. This world class design delivers the benefits of a top-quality ribbon microphone with the output power and warm characteristics associated with the industries best vacuum-tube condensers.
The 2.5-micron aluminum ribbon reproduces audio with a startling transparency and detail. Like most ribbon microphones, the R-122V features a figure 8 polar pattern for flexible microphone positioning. The output stage electronics are built around a JAN mil-spec 5840W vacuum tube for incredible warmth, rich detail and high output gain. A dedicated power supply is included for powering the tube.