Detail 01
Ribbon elements
Thicker ribbons increase durability, with a slightly slower transient response and softer highs.
Product detailSKU #1434378853759
RoyerR-122 MKIIL-MP Live Matched Pair
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Royer's R-122 MKII Live matched pair brings the phantom-powered R-122 MKII ribbon design into a road-focused format. Its output is comparable to phantom-powered condenser microphones, supporting longer cable runs with minimal signal loss or RF pickup. Thicker ribbon elements were selected for greater durability and produce a slightly slower transient response with softer highs. The pair carries red Live Series logos and still calls for careful handling during setup, breakdown, and storage.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Live setups that require longer microphone cables while limiting signal loss and RF pickup.
- Applications wanting the R-122 MKII Live ribbon sound in a matched pair.
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Live Series identification
Red logos identify these as Live Series microphones; studio models use green logos.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Use careful setup and breakdown practices.
- 02Store the microphones in a dedicated microphone container.
- 03Live models can be converted to studio specification by re-ribboning and changing the logo.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Does the R-122 MKII Live require phantom power?
Yes. It is a phantom-powered ribbon microphone.
02Why is the Live version different?
It uses thicker ribbon elements for increased durability, with softer highs from a slightly slower transient response.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Gray
