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Royer Labs R-10

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Royer Labs R-10

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Royer R-10 Passive Mono Ribbon Microphone

The Royer R-10 is a high-quality passive mono ribbon microphone crafted for both studio and live stage applications. Hand-built in our Burbank, California factory, the R-10 embodies the signature sound and performance that define all-Royer excellence, with an impressive SPL handling capability of up to 160 dB @ 1 kHz. Its compact size and flexible mounting system allow for unobtrusive positioning.

Key Features

  • 2.5-micron aluminum ribbon element with patented direct-corrugation process
  • 3-layer windscreen system and internally shock-mounted ribbon transducer for protection
  • Hum-bucking wiring of the ribbon transducer to reject electromagnetically induced noise
  • Built-in windscreen to minimize air blasts, plosives, and reduce proximity effect
  • Internally shockmounted ribbon transducer for enhanced durability
  • Custom-designed transformer by David Royer for high overload threshold

Sound Characteristics

  • Legendary on electric guitar, capturing low end, midrange warmth, and punch
  • Ideal for studio and live electrics with a natural frequency response
  • Excellent on brass instruments, capturing natural brightness without harshness
  • Full-bodied and realistic transients response on drums, conveying superb ambience and depth in room miking
  • Warm and natural recordings of stringed instruments, fitting easily into mixes
  • Versatile for vocals with EQ-friendly characteristics, allowing for different sound dial-ins

Recommended Applications

  • Close miking in the studio and on live stages
  • Electric & acoustic guitars
  • Drum overheads, kick drum (see manual for position), room miking
  • Percussion instruments
  • Brass, horn sections
  • Strings – solo & sections
  • Acoustic piano
  • Vocals
  • Acoustic Operating Principle: Electrodynamic pressure gradient
  • Polar Pattern: Figure-8
  • Generating Element: 2.5-micron aluminum ribbon
  • Magnets: Rare Earth Neodymium (Grade 52)
  • Frequency Response: 30Hz-15,000Hz +/- 3dB
  • Sensitivity: -54dBv (re. 1v/pa)
  • Output Impedance: 100 Ohms
  • Maximum SPL: 135dB @ 50 Hz, 160dB @ 1kHz
  • Recommended Load Impedance: 700 Ohms (or greater)
  • Output Connector: Male XLR 3-pin (Pin 2 Hot)
  • Dimensions: Length including mounting base: 5 7/8 inches (149 mm) Width 1 3/8 inches (35 mm)
  • Weight: 13 oz (368 grams)
  • Shipping Weight: Single: 2.5 lbs, Matched Pair: 4 lbs
  • Accessories: Microphone Holder, Mic Sock, Carrying Case
  • Microphone Warranty: Five Year, First Re-ribbon free in first year

WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. 
For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

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