Royer Labs R-10 Matched Pair with R-DB22 dBooster2 In-line Signal Booster
This powerful bundle from Royer Labs includes a matched pair of R-10 ribbon microphones along with the R-DB22 dBooster2 in-line signal booster—an ideal solution for stereo recording setups requiring clean gain and exceptional tonal integrity. Perfect for engineers, producers, and content creators, this combination offers high-end ribbon tone and flexible gain staging in one package.
The R-10 is Royer’s most accessible ribbon mic, yet it carries the hallmark sonic character the brand is known for—smooth top end, natural midrange, and deep, accurate lows. Its rugged design and compact form make it equally at home in project studios, broadcast, or on stage, handling high SPL sources with ease and reliability.
The matched pair configuration ensures consistent response and phase alignment, making it a superb choice for stereo miking techniques such as Blumlein, XY, or spaced pair. To complement this, the included R-DB22 dBooster2 offers two channels of ultra-clean, switchable gain—making low-output ribbon microphones compatible with virtually any preamp.
Included in the Bundle:
- 2 x Royer R-10 Ribbon Microphones (matched pair)
- 1 x Royer R-DB22 dBooster2 Dual In-line Signal Booster
- 2 x Microphone Mounting Clips
- 2 x Protective Microphone Sleeves
- 1 x Rugged Carrying Case
- Matching documentation and serial numbers
R-10 Ribbon Microphone Technical Specifications:
- Transducer Type: Ribbon Velocity Microphone
- Frequency Response: 30 Hz - 15 kHz ±3 dB
- Polar Pattern: Figure-8
- Sensitivity: -54 dBv/Pa (2.0 mV/Pa)
- Impedance: 100 Ohms (nominal)
- Max SPL: 160 dB @ 1 kHz
- Output Connector: XLR, 3-pin male
- Weight: 368 g (13 oz)
- Dimensions: 45 mm x 158 mm (1.77″ x 6.25″)
R-DB22 dBooster2 Technical Specifications:
- Channels: Dual independent in-line signal boosters
- Gain: Selectable +12 dB or +20 dB per channel
- Input Impedance: 3.3 kΩ (optimised for ribbon and dynamic mics)
- Output Impedance: 300 Ω
- Power: 48V phantom power required (phantom not passed to microphone)
- Construction: Rugged metal housing, studio and live-ready
- Dimensions: 140 mm x 90 mm x 33 mm (5.5″ x 3.5″ x 1.3″)
- Weight: Approx. 450 g (15.9 oz)
Why Choose This Bundle?
The Royer R-10 matched pair captures the warmth and realism ribbon microphones are known for, while the R-DB22 ensures optimal gain and clean signal delivery regardless of your preamp. Whether you’re tracking acoustic instruments, electric guitar amps, room ambience, or string ensembles, this bundle gives you a ready-to-record stereo ribbon setup with all the headroom and clarity you need.
From home studios to professional productions, the R-10 + dBooster2 combo is a smart investment for detailed, lifelike recordings with the trusted quality of Royer Labs.