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Royer R-10
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Royer R-10

Passive ribbon, figure-8, compact, for studio and stage

Approximate Some readings for this mic are uncertain; see the graphs.

Type
Ribbon
Pattern
Figure-8
Sensitivity
−54 dBV/Pa
Max SPL
160 dB SPL
Impedance
100 Ω
Rated range
30 – 15k Hz

Frequency response

Angle
Distance

Frequency response: from the spec sheet, p. 2. Untitled graph under "Frequency Response and Polar Pattern". Distance, room, smoothing and typical-vs-individual are not stated. The rated response is 30 - 15,000 Hz ± 3 dB.

Dashed: outside the rated range, or simulated (other angles and distances). Hover or tap the graphs for values.

Polar pattern

Polar pattern: from the spec sheet, p. 2. Full circle, 0° (front) up; values fold left and right halves and the front and rear lobes are drawn alike. Measuring conditions not stated. The back of the ribbon is in reversed phase (cut sheet p. 1). Approximate reading error up to about 3 dB; the graph's dB scale is not labelled and was assumed.

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All specs

From the spec sheet
Capsule2.5-micron aluminium ribbon (99.9% pure), 1.5" x 3/16"; offset ribbon; neodymium (grade 52) magnets in a Flux-Frame; internally shock-mounted. Ribbon size and Flux-Frame from the manual, p. 17; offset ribbon, purity and shock mounting from the cut sheet, p. 1.p. 2
Sensitivity−54 dBV/Pa. Printed "-54dBv (re. 1v/pa)"; the manual (p. 17) gives the same.
Max SPL160 dB SPL, at 1 kHz; also 135 dB SPL, at 50 Hz. "135dB @ 50 Hz, 160dB @ 1kHz"; the manual (p. 17) says "> 135dB @ 50Hz, 160dB @1kHz".
Output impedance100 ohm, nominal, balanced. "100 Ohms"; "100Ω (nominal) balanced" in the manual, p. 17.
Rated load impedance700 ohm, or greater. "Recommended Load Impedance: 700 Ohms (or greater)".
Rated frequency range30 Hz to 15 kHz, ± 3 dB
ConnectorXLR-3 male, pin 2 hot
Weight368 g. "13 oz (368 grams)".
Dimensions149 × 35 mm. Length including mounting base x width: "5 7/8 inches (149 mm)", "1 3/8 inches (35 mm)".
Supplied accessoriesMicrophone holder (adjustable swivel mount, black); Mic sock; Carrying case. The manual (p. 17) lists a swivel holder, aluminium case and protective mic sock.
MagnetsRare Earth Neodymium (Grade 52)
Shipping weightSingle 2.5 lbs, matched pair 4 lbs
Microphone warrantyFive years
Ribbon element warrantyFirst re-ribbon free to original owner within first year of purchase
Matched pairsAvailable at extra charge
Wind screenMulti-layered (3-layer) wind screen; protects the ribbon and lowers proximity effect when close mikingp. 1
Back sideBrighter response on the back side for lower-SPL sources at 3 feet or closer (phase reversed); the front (logo) side takes higher SPL
From the manual
Poweringnone (passive). "No power supply required".p. 16
Finishnickel powder coat. Printed "Nickle Powder Coat".p. 17
MechanicalStainless steel internal baffle and dampener
Optional accessoriesPop screen

Documents

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