The R-122V is the pinnacle of our R-Series line, a world-class tube ribbon microphone exhibiting unparalleled richness, depth, and detail, particularly in the midrange frequencies. With a lushness that has to be heard to be truly appreciated, the R-122V offers the ultimate in ribbon microphone performance for those who insist on the very best.

The R-122V takes the Royer-pioneered concept of active ribbon microphone technology to an unprecedented level by incorporating vacuum tube electronics into the same proven transducer system used in the venerable R-121 and R-122 ribbon microphones. The high operating voltage of the vacuum tube provides headroom far beyond that available from a standard phantom power supply. Sonically this translates into unmatched clarity, detail, and airiness, along with the ability to handle brute SPL levels without flinching.

 

 

 

Specifications

Acoustic Operating Principle:	Electrodynamic pressure gradient with vacuum tube electronics.
Vacuum Tube:	JAN mil-spec 5840W pentode wired in triode configuration
Generating Element:	2.5-micron aluminum ribbon
Polar Pattern:	Figure 8
Frequency Response:	30 -15,000 Hz +/- 3dB
Output Impedance:	200 Ohms, balanced
Maximum SPL:	>135dB SPL @ 20 Hz
Weight:	300g (10.9 oz )