Royer Labs R-10 Matched Pair – Studio & Live Ribbon Microphones
The Royer R-10 Matched Pair delivers the renowned ribbon tone Royer Labs is known for, now in a perfectly matched stereo set. Designed for both studio and live environments, this matched pair is ideal for stereo miking applications such as drum overheads, acoustic instruments, room ambience, string sections, and guitar cabinets where phase coherence and tonal consistency are critical.
Each R-10 features a compact and rugged design built to handle high SPLs—up to 160 dB—making them excellent for close-miking loud sources like electric guitar amps and drums. The matched ribbon elements ensure consistent frequency response and output level between both microphones, providing accurate stereo imaging with smooth, natural tone and excellent off-axis rejection thanks to their figure-8 polar patterns.
The R-10’s internally shock-mounted ribbon transducer and multilayer windscreen reduce mechanical noise and protect the element from plosives and wind. A custom-designed transformer delivers a rich, full low-end and detailed mids, while maintaining a smooth top end with no harshness.
Whether in a critical studio session or on a loud stage, the Royer R-10 Matched Pair provides the warmth, clarity, and stereo precision required by modern engineers and producers.
Key Features:
- Matched pair of R-10 ribbon microphones for stereo recording
- Natural, balanced tone with smooth high-end and detailed mids
- Compact and rugged design for studio and live applications
- Handles extremely high SPLs (up to 160 dB)
- Figure-8 polar pattern for excellent side rejection and stereo techniques
- Custom transformer for improved headroom and clarity
- Internally shock-mounted ribbon transducer and integrated windscreen
- Hand-matched in Burbank, California, USA
Technical Specifications (per microphone):
- Transducer Type: Ribbon Velocity Microphone
- Ribbon Element: 2.5-micron aluminium
- Frequency Response: 30 Hz - 15 kHz ±3 dB
- Polar Pattern: Figure-8
- Sensitivity: -54 dBv/Pa (2.0 mV/Pa)
- Impedance: 100 Ohms
- Max SPL: 160 dB @ 1 kHz
- Output Connector: XLR, 3-pin male
- Dimensions: 158 mm x 45 mm (6.25″ x 1.77″)
- Weight: 368 g (13 oz)
What's Included:
- 2 x Royer R-10 Ribbon Microphones (Matched Pair)
- 2 x Microphone Clips
- 2 x Protective Microphone Sleeves
- 1 x Rugged Stereo Carrying Case
- Matching documentation with serial numbers and frequency response charts
Why Choose the R-10 Matched Pair?
The R-10 Matched Pair offers the classic Royer ribbon sound in a stereo configuration, with hand-matched consistency for flawless stereo recordings. Whether you’re tracking in the studio or mixing on stage, this pair delivers warmth, precision, and the rugged reliability Royer is known for—all at an accessible price point.
Experience stereo ribbon capture done right with the Royer R-10 Matched Pair—engineered for professionals who demand quality and flexibility.