Royer Manual
Table Of Contents
- Introduction
- Active Ribbon Technology
- Description
- Ribbons in the Digital World
- User’s Guide
- Operation
- Using the RSM-24 Shock Mount Accessory
- Amplification Considerations
- The Sweet Spot
- Proximity Effect and Working Distance
- Microphone Technique
- Stereophonic Microphone Technique
- Care and Maintenance
- Features and Specifications
- Polar Pattern
- Frequency Response
- Warranty
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Model SF-2 Ribbon Microphone
Revised 2019
Introduction 3
Active Ribbon Technology 3
Description 4
Ribbons in the Digital World 4
User’s Guide 4
Using the SF-2 Active Ribbon Microphone 4
Operation 5
Using the RSM-24 Shock Mount Accessory 6
Description 6
Amplification Considerations 6
Equalization and Ribbon Microphones 7
Hum, Noise & Mic Orientation 8
The Sweet Spot 9
Finding and Working with the Sweet Spot 9
Other Types of Microphones 9
Proximity Effect and Working Distance 10
The Sound That is “More Real than Real” 10
Microphone Technique 11
General Tips for Using Ribbon Microphones 11
Recording Loud or Plosive Sounds 12
Stereophonic Microphone Technique 13
Classic Blumlein Technique 13
Mid-Side Technique 13
Care and Maintenance 15
Care for the Optical Black Finish 15
Features and Specifications 16
SF-2 Features: 16
SF-2 Specifications: 16
Polar Pattern 18
Frequency Response 18
Warranty 19
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