The Royer R-101 Matched Pair is your ultimate studio companion, designed to capture sound with unmatched precision and clarity. These passive ribbon microphones are perfect for a wide array of instruments, from delicate acoustic guitars to thunderous drum kits, delivering a smooth and natural "you are there" audio experience. The R-101s boast a rugged build, making them resilient against high sound pressure levels (SPL) exceeding 135dB, ensuring that even the loudest sources are captured without distortion.

What sets the R-101 apart is its multilayered windscreen, which effectively shields the ribbon element from plosives and wind damage. This thoughtful feature, combined with a robust design, ensures longevity and reliability even in challenging environments. Their figure-8 polar pattern and rare-earth neodymium magnets enable these microphones to capture sound with equal sensitivity from both the front and back, providing flexibility in placement and sound capture.

Built for the discerning audio engineer, the R-101 Matched Pair offers a frequency response of 30-15,000Hz and is free from high-frequency peaks, ringing, and phase shifts. Whether you're recording a subtle piano performance or a roaring guitar amplifier, the R-101 ensures every nuance is faithfully reproduced.

Key Features:

• High SPL capabilities for electric guitar and percussion
• Multilayered windscreen for superior ribbon protection
• No internal electronics to overload or distort
• Extremely low residual noise
• Ribbon element resilient to heat and humidity
• Figure-8 polar pattern with equal sensitivity from front or back
• Acoustic operating principle: Electrodynamic pressure gradient
• 2.5-micron aluminum ribbon and rare-earth neodymium magnets
• Frequency response: 30-15,000Hz (+/-3dB)
• Sensitivity: -48dB (re. 1v/pa)
• Output impedance: 300 ohms at 1kHz (nominal)
• SPL handling: Greater than 135dB at 30Hz
• Includes shockmount, carrying case, and mic sock
• Lifetime microphone warranty to original owner, one-year ribbon element warranty

Product specs

FAQs

What is the polar pattern of the Royer R-101 Matched Pair?

The Royer R-101 Matched Pair features a figure-eight polar pattern, allowing it to capture sound equally from both the front and rear, making it ideal for studio applications where room ambiance is desired.

What does "matched pair" mean for the Royer R-101 microphones?

"Matched pair" means that the two Royer R-101 microphones are hand-selected to have nearly identical frequency response and sensitivity, ensuring consistent stereo imaging and sound quality in recording applications.

Are the Royer R-101 microphones suitable for recording vocals?

Yes, the Royer R-101 microphones are well-suited for recording vocals, offering a warm, natural sound that captures the nuances of a performance with clarity and detail.

How should the Royer R-101 Matched Pair be positioned for optimal stereo recording?

For optimal stereo recording with the Royer R-101 Matched Pair, position the microphones in a traditional stereo configuration such as XY or Blumlein, ensuring both microphones are equidistant from the sound source.

What are the key applications for the Royer R-101 Matched Pair?

The Royer R-101 Matched Pair is ideal for recording acoustic instruments, orchestras, and choirs, as well as capturing room ambiance and providing a natural, balanced stereo image.