Royer Labs R-101 - Manual (Page 2)

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Model R-101 Ribbon Microphone
July 2010
Introduction
3
Description
3
Applications
3
Ribbons in the Digital World
4
User Guide
4
Using the R-101 Ribbon Microphone
4
Amplification Considerations
5
Equalization & Ribbon Microphones
7
Hum, Noise & Mic Orientation
7
The Sweet Spot
7
Finding and Working with the Sweet Spot
7
Other Types of Microphones
8
Proximity Effect and Working Distance
8
The Sound That Is “More Real than Real”
8
Microphone Techniques
10
General Tips for Using the Royer R-101
10
Recording Loud or Plosive Sounds
11
Stereophonic Microphone Techniques
13
Classic Blumlein Technique
13
Mid-Side (M-S) Technique
13
Care & Maintenance
15
Features
15
Electrical Specifications
16
Mechanical Specifications
17
Polar Pattern
18
Frequency Response
18
Warranty
19
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