--- product_id: 1781697 title: "R-122 MKII Ribbon Microphone" brand: "royer labs" price: "A$4041" currency: AUD in_stock: true reviews_count: 2 url: https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/1781697-r-122-mkii-ribbon-microphone store_origin: AU region: Australia --- # Phantom powered high output High SPL without distortion Heat & humidity resistant ribbon R-122 MKII Ribbon Microphone **Brand:** royer labs **Price:** A$4041 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎙️ Elevate your sound with ribbon precision—don’t just record, captivate! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** R-122 MKII Ribbon Microphone by royer labs - **How much does it cost?** A$4041 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.au](https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/1781697-r-122-mkii-ribbon-microphone) ## 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 - • **Pro-Grade Ribbon Clarity:** Experience the warm, natural tone only a ribbon mic can provide—stand out in every session. - • **Whisper-Quiet Performance:** Extremely low residual noise ensures every nuance is captured flawlessly. - • **Unrivaled High SPL Handling:** Captures even the loudest sources with zero distortion—your mix stays pristine. - • **Weatherproof Ribbon Element:** Resistant to heat and humidity, built to perform in any environment. - • **Powerful Phantom-Powered Circuitry:** Delivers unmatched output and perfect impedance matching for crystal-clear sound. ## Overview The R-122 MKII Ribbon Microphone features phantom-powered circuitry for high output and impedance matching, handles extremely high SPL without distortion, maintains ultra-low noise levels, and boasts a ribbon element impervious to heat and humidity—ideal for professional-grade, reliable audio capture. ## Description The R-122 is the world's first active ribbon™ microphone. Designed to work with phantom power, it delivers all of the warm, natural tone of Royer’s R-121, but with +14dB greater output and impedance matching circuitry that makes it compatible with almost any mic preamplifier. Royer’s proprietary offset ribbon transducer (Patent # 6,434,252) is the first of its kind, positioning the ribbon element closer to the front side of the microphone. An integral piece of the magic of all Royer R-series microphones, this arrangement gives the ribbon more room to move within the prime magnetic field while maintaining full frequency response during high SPL recordings. ## Features - Phantom powered circuitry provides high output and impedance matching - High SPL Capabilities - No distortion up to maximum SPL rating - Extremely low residual noise - Ribbon element is not affected by heat or humidity ## Product Details - **Brand:** Royer Labs - **Model Name:** R-122 - **Connectivity Technology:** XLR - **Connector Type:** XLR - **Compatible Devices:** Amplifier - **Color:** Nickel - **Included Components:** Amplifier - **Polar Pattern:** Unidirectional - **Audio Sensitivity:** 38 dB - **Item Weight:** 3.1 Pounds ## Images ![R-122 MKII Ribbon Microphone - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51aBremibCL.jpg) ![R-122 MKII Ribbon Microphone - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51dPNrdgrnL.jpg) ![R-122 MKII Ribbon Microphone - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51WAvZFNeHL.jpg) ![R-122 MKII Ribbon Microphone - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/715veQ7YSaL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ It’s one of the nicer mics every studio should have *by D***I on June 24, 2023* The beauty of the 121 without the fear of frying it with phantom power. The backside has a nice brightness if you need a bit more higher end. It’s one of my prize mics up there amongst U87s, etc. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Royer R-122 = Total Class, Excellent Musicality, Wide Dynamic Range *by B***C on June 30, 2014* Watch an in-field review by LANSKY: [...]I have been using these mics on pianos, cellos, violins, upright bass, percussion of all kinds, and brass/woodwind instruments with AWESOME results. Royer's R-122 makes everything sound beautiful. This mic is one of the reasons that professionally recorded electric & acoustic guitars sound so rich in tone. Two of these on a drum kit is instant bad*ss. I recommend the Royer R-122 for anyone that requires serious classic tone in their music recordings. In using this mic, people that hear my recordings believe I am a better engineer simply because of how nice everything sounds when all I have done is set up a R-122!If you are looking for a mic that will add a touch of beauty, smooth out some harshness, & improve the quality of your studio or live production, the Royer R-122 is an excellent choice. This mic is total class from its rugged iron housing & vintage look, to its distinct warm tone. The R-122 has a very natural sound that seems to gently round out higher frequencies without ever sounding dull or flat. This mic has a very wide dynamic range making it useful for just about any instrument & immediately improves the quality of production in any project.The R-122 is the world's first active ribbon mic that requires phantom power (+48V) to operate -- it has a built-in head amp that adds 14dB of gain as well as impedance-matching circuitry that allow it to be used with more preamps than traditional ribbon mics. The front side can handle up to 135dB without distorting & has a slightly darker tone than the brighter rear side. This mic takes EQ very gracefully without ever getting crunchy, harsh, or otherwise junky -- using a high shelving EQ will reveal really crisp detail that may not be immediately apparent.The only downside to this mic is that the ribbon element is VERY DELICATE & can be damaged by light wind pressure. If you are carrying this mic from one place to another, it is safest to put a sock on it or place the mic in its box before walking. The air pressure from walking with it can stretch/warp the ribbon element & will require repair. If the R-122 is placed in front of an instrument that is likely to produce bursts of air, i.e. kick drum or trumpet, it is best to place a pop filter in front to protect the element from wind damage. This is not a good mic for children as they will destroy it on the first session. If you can treat this baby right, it will give back wonderfully!This is a big league transducer that consistently performs with grace. I strongly recommend the Royer R-122 for professional engineers that need beautiful sound in any genre of music. Find out more from Royer at [...] ## Frequently Bought Together - Royer Labs R-122 MKII Ribbon Microphone - Cable Matters 2-Pack Premium Short XLR to XLR Cables - 3ft, Male to Female Microphone Cable, Oxygen-Free Copper (OFC) Mic Cord, Black - Gator Frameworks GFW-MIC-0821 Compact Base Bass Drum and Amp Mic Stand --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/1781697-r-122-mkii-ribbon-microphone](https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/1781697-r-122-mkii-ribbon-microphone) --- *Product available on Desertcart Australia* *Store origin: AU* *Last updated: 2026-07-06*