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Great for electric guitar, double bass. Vocals not so much
Royer R-121 Ribbon Microphone
Reviewed by Dan B. on Reverb
So far I've experimented with mine for upright bass, acoustic and electric guitar, Hammond, and voice. Almost everything about recording is at least partially subjective, so YMMV: Male baritone vocals through either my Maag or Shadow Hills preamp: Not great. Missing depth and color. I won't use the Royer for (my) vocals henceforth. I might try it on someone else someday, but if you're in the deep and grumbly Johnny Cash / Tom Waits vocals club you'll be wanting a different vocal mike. Tele and SG through Boogie Mark V and Twin Reverb: amazing! It's super responsive and picks up a lot of detail. Moretone and Epiphone doghouses, gut strings on the King, steel core on the Epi: Same as guitar, which really surprised me after the vocals experiment. Picked up a 'flubby' sound from the gut E string that I didn't hear without the mike. Now I can't unhear it, and had to replace the two fattest guts with silver-wrapped nylons. I also had to use the Royer to prove that it worked. Serially finding and fixing small problems is a very good musical habit, and it's a nice benefit that the Royer uncovered this one for me. Acoustic guitar, mandolin, banjo, fibro:. Very quick experiments with whatever was handy. Confirmed the general impression of great accuracy and response. The higher voiced stuff (Snakehead, Mastertone knock-off) didn't sing like they should, so it's back to the old tube condendors for those. Very nice guitar and dobro as long as I stayed below the 14th fret. I probably won't use the Royer for any of these instruments again. Organ through a Twin: Same as electric guitar. Very clean, precise, accurate. I'd like try it on stage to mike a guitar amp just to see what happens, and will need to test it on electric bass. It's my new #1 for unamplified double bass, and on the short list for electric guitar. Overall, it's a very useful mike at a reasonable price. I ordered the 2nd one a few days after the first arrived, which is about as positive as a review can be. ... More
Best electric guitar mic ever.
Royer R-121 Ribbon Microphone
Reviewed by DP on Guitar Center
I recently tracked a 4 song EP with a metal band using two Shure SM57s and a Royer R121. The sound of the SM57s was great through a pair of Neve 1073s but the Royer, which was going through a Chandler TG2 was massive and perfect. The two setups blended were outstanding but I have a feeling that at mixdown only the Royer will be kept, it was just what we needed. The amps were a Krank Revolution, and a Marshall JCM800 (1982) through an Orange 412 straight cab.
A studio classic!
Royer R-121 Ribbon Microphone
Reviewed by Chris on Guitar Center
The Royer R-121 is a studio classic that's been used in the best studios around the world. The reason is simple: it's a great ribbon mic that holds up to the abuse of loud sources. It's warm and realistic tone has graced more albums than you could possible imagine. If you want a bit more brightness, the back side of the mic can do it. Add one to your collection and you'll probably find yourself using it everywhere you can: drums, acoustics, electric guitars, even vocals...
Gotta Love those Royers
Royer R-121 Matched Ribbon Microphone Pair
Reviewed by Forgotten Charity on Guitar Center
The 121 is hands down one of the best ribbon mics in the industry. I have a few in my studio and I will never part with them. Buying a stereo pair is the way to go too! I use em on overheads, and for stereo acoustic or amp micing. Also sounds amazing on Piano! If your serious, you need to have at least a stereo pair in your mic cabinet
Amazing Ribbon Mic
Royer R-121 Ribbon Microphone
Reviewed by Andy M. on Reverb
I’ve only had it for a couple weeks but this microphone sounds great. It brings something unique to the table when compared to my other ribbons (4038,r84,m160,Vr1) Sounds Incredible on distorted electric guitar when paired with a 441. The bottom end on this mic is clear and full. Can’t wait to try it as a mono drum mic.
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Royer R-121 Matched Ribbon Microphone Pair
Reviewed by Nick Margiotta on Guitar Center
I do not own the Royer R121's but have used the pair quite often in the studio. They are hands down my favorite ribbon mic's i've used. These babys on a Matchless are hands down the best clean guitar i've ever recorded. I also love a stereo pair over our yamaha concert grand it captures every nuances of the soundboard without it being brittle or thin. This is one Pair you gotta have in your cabinet.
Great on guitar cabs and everything else
Royer R-121 Ribbon Microphone
Reviewed by Jim T. on Reverb
By far my go-to for recording electric guitars. Couple this badass ribbon mic with a standard SM57, and you'll be in tonal heaven no matter what the context. Some ribbon mics can feel a little dull, but I've put this thing on acoustic guitars, horns, even a stereo pair on an upright piano, and I've never been let down. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!
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Royer R-121 Ribbon Microphone
Reviewed by Michael C. on Reverb
Fantastic seller - amazing mic! Wish I bought one years ago. I’m using it on guitar through neve 1073 preamp and in combination with a shure sm57. My guitar recordings have never sound so good! Full, rich, warm sound! I can’t wait to try it out on other instruments. No studio is complete without one!
Amazing
Royer R-121 Ribbon Microphone
Reviewed by Thelmo R. on Reverb
This mic is amazing. Blend it with an SM57 and combined you have the greatest capture of a guitar cab ever.
Excellent mic
Royer R-121 Ribbon Microphone
Reviewed by Ron G. on Reverb
This mic has an extraordinary reputation. Well, it is absolutely well deserved. I have used this mic to mic a Boogie amp for our latest album. It did an amazing job. Balanced with a Shure 57, the combination was phenomenal.
A work of art
Royer Labs R-121 Studio Ribbon Microphone (Nickel, Single Microphone)
Reviewed by John on B&H Photo Video
The re-birth of the ribbon microphone. I had been looking for one for the last six months and was so happy to finally find it at B&H. Thank you!
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Royer R-121 Ribbon Microphone
Reviewed by Andrew N. on Reverb
Incredible microphone. Absolutely captures what you put in front of it. Beautifully warm and beefy tone that fits in the mix with very minimal adjustments. Allows for super-wide mixes. A MUST-HAVE for electric guitars.
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Royer R-121 Ribbon Microphone
Reviewed by Paul S. on Reverb
Incredible mic.. as far as recording electric guitars go, it really provides you with a natural warm response. A really beautiful fat tone that these mics are able to capture from an amp cabinet. It’s a game changer.. glad to finally own one.. completely worth it.
just amazing
Royer R-121 Matched Ribbon Microphone Pair
Reviewed by Colin Nealon on Guitar Center
There is not a better brand out there that makes as a good a ribbon as royer. With these microphones you get a sensitivity and ton quality that you can not achieve with others such as neuman (great mics as well).
The best
Royer R-121 Ribbon Microphone
Reviewed by Brett V. on Reverb
This makes getting the best possible recording of your cabs just too easy. Insanely great response and tone.
Awesome Microphone
Royer R-121 Ribbon Microphone
Reviewed by Ricky U. on Reverb
I have used this on electric guitar and drum overheads so far. EXCELLENT results. Highly recommend this Mic to anyone.
It's boringly fantastic
Royer R-121 Ribbon Microphone
Reviewed by Brine R. on Reverb
It's totally boring to point out that this mic is fantastic. Everyone loves it for a reason. It is great. Fiddle; 2nd mic on almost anything; overheads. Fantastic. Stop reading this and BUY ONE.
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Royer R-121 Ribbon Microphone
Reviewed by Jim W. on Reverb
This is a really great sounding mic. So smooth.
The Ultimate Studio Ribbon Gotta Own It Mic
Royer Labs R-121 Studio Ribbon Microphone (Nickel, Single Microphone)
Reviewed by William on B&H Photo Video
The one and only... You probably already know that!
Royer R-121 Ribbon Microphone
Reviewed by Alec B. on Reverb
Fantastic sound! Would definitely buy again, or replace if necessary.
