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Royer LabsModel SF-12Stereo Ribbon Velocity MicrophoneOperation Instructions Manual & User GuideMade in U.S.A.

PercussionThe SF-12 records percussion instruments naturally, without upper frequency hype or low-end boominess. Congas, bongos and the like

time. This means that the two channels can be summed to mono with no comb filter effects, and room reverberation (undesirable in mono) is cancelled to

Figure 3Care and MaintenanceThe SF-12 is a solidly built, precision instrument. All that is required to ensure proper operation of this microphone is

Caution: Do not check the SF-12 with an ohmmeter or continuity tester, and do not connect the unit to an input device designed to power a capacitor mi

SpecificationsAcoustic Operating Principle: Electrodynamic pressure gradientPolar Pattern: Symmetrical Figure-8 Generating Ele

Wiring DiagramPolar PatternFrequency Response!15

WarrantyPLEASE RETAIN YOUR ORIGINAL BILL OF SALE AS YOU WILL NEED TO PRESENT IT SHOULD YOU REQUIRE SERVICE UNDER THIS WARRANTY.TO

TABLE OF CONTENTSModel SF-12 Ribbon MicrophoneRevised 2015Introduction 3

IntroductionCongratulations on your purchase of a Royer Labs model SF-12 ribbon microphone. The SF-12 is a handcrafted, precision instrument capable o

User GuideUsing the SF-12 Ribbon MicrophoneOperationThe SF-12 is a versatile device capable of accurate sound reproduction. The

Amplification ConsiderationsThe performance of a ribbon microphone is directly affected by the choice of microphone preamplifier

high enough that its effect on the performance of the mic is negligible. A good rule of thumb is to have a preamplifier with input impedance

end frequencies to the point where the ribbon mic emulates the performance curve of a condenser mic with excellent results

Microphone TechniquesGeneral Tips for Using the Royer SF-12The following are good basic starting places for recording with the SF-12. These positions

the rest of the kit. Many times an overhead SF-12 is all that is needed for tom-toms and cymbals.For a single point stereo room mic, position the SF-1