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product_id: 16937773
title: "R122v Vacuum Tube Ribbon Microphone"
brand: "royer labs"
price: "$9868"
currency: NZD
in_stock: true
url: https://www.desertcart.nz/products/16937773-r122v-vacuum-tube-ribbon-microphone
store_origin: NZ
region: New Zealand
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# Military-grade 5840 low-noise tube Precision figure-8 polar pattern High output vacuum tube power R122v Vacuum Tube Ribbon Microphone

**Brand:** royer labs
**Price:** $9868
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎙️ Elevate your sound with vintage tube warmth and modern precision.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** R122v Vacuum Tube Ribbon Microphone by royer labs
- **How much does it cost?** $9868 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- royer labs enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted royer labs brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Directional Mastery:** Figure-8 polar pattern captures nuanced stereo imaging and rejects unwanted noise with surgical precision.
- • **Pro-Grade Durability:** Military-grade 5840 triode tube ensures ultra-low noise and reliable performance session after session.
- • **Tube-Powered Clarity:** Experience rich, warm sound with high output vacuum tube electronics for studio-grade recordings.
- • **Innovative Ribbon Tech:** Patented offset ribbon design brightens close-range vocals and instruments, adding dynamic presence.
- • **Versatile High SPL Handling:** Handles loud sources like electric guitars and drums without distortion—perfect for diverse pro setups.

## Overview

The R122v Vacuum Tube Ribbon Microphone combines military-grade 5840 low-noise vacuum tube electronics with a patented offset ribbon design and figure-8 polar pattern, delivering high output, exceptional clarity, and superior handling of loud sound sources. Ideal for professional recording of vocals and instruments, it includes a dedicated power supply for consistent studio performance.

## Description

R122v Vacuum Tube Ribbon Microphone

## Features

- VACUUM TUBE ELECTRONICS: provide high output capability, optimal impedance to the ribbon element and low output impedance
- LOW NOISE TRIODE CONNECTED MILITARY GRADE 5840 VACUUM TUBE
- FIGURE-8 POLAR PATTERN
- PATENTED OFFSET RIBBON TECHNOLOGY: Rear side of mic records slightly brighter when three feet or closer to sound source
- HIGH SPL CAPABILITIES: Excellent for electric guitar, acoustic piano, drum and percussion instruments
- DEDICATED POWER SUPPLY

## Product Details

- **Recommended Uses For Product:** Voice Recording, Video Recording, Music Recording
- **Brand:** Royer Labs
- **Connectivity Technology:** XLR
- **Connector Type:** XLR
- **Special Feature:** Ideal for High SPL
- **Compatible Devices:** Audio Interface, Digital Recorder, Mixing Console
- **Color:** Nickel Plated
- **Included Components:** Microphone, Power Supply, IEC Cable
- **Polar Pattern:** Bidirectional
- **Audio Sensitivity:** 40 dB

## Images

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*Product available on Desertcart New Zealand*
*Store origin: NZ*
*Last updated: 2026-02-23*