The SF-2 contains a fully balanced, discrete head amplifier system, which utilizes a specially wound toroidal transformer and ultra-low noise FET's to deliver a sensitivity of -38 dB. Conventional ribbon microphones are 15 to 30 dB less sensitive than condenser mics, necessitating the use of high-quality, high-gain microphone preamplifiers when recording quieter sound sources like acoustic instruments, vocals, room ambiance, etc. Gain Royer’s Active Series ribbon mics are as sensitive as phantom powered condenser microphones, allowing you to use virtually any mic preamplifier or board pre. Frequency response is excellent regardless of the angle of sound striking the ribbon and off-axis coloration is negligible. The SF-2's magnet/pole piece transducer structure gives a wide, uniform frequency response with no substantial peaks or dips, and the 1.8-micron ribbon element delivers superb transient response. The unique electronics and custom designed FET's used in the SF-2 deliver ultra-quiet operation, with self-noise of lower than 18 dB. The SF-2's output of -38 dB puts its sensitivity on par with that of phantom powered condenser microphones, allowing it to be used with a wide variety of mic pre's regardless of gain characteristics. Designed primarily for classical applications and acoustic instruments, the SF-2 combines high-quality audio performance with Royer’s exclusive active electronics for ribbon microphones. Many years ago, when they were first introduced, ribbon microphones used to be extremely delicate and very expensive, but with the advancements in modern materials some of the ribbon mics available today are very durable and can even find a home on stage with high SPLs. Royer Labs knows ribbon mics, and the SF-2 Active Ribbon Microphone is a product of their extensive knowledge. Durable ribbon mic with condenser-like capabilities.
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