The SF-12 gives an excellent pickup of an audience in a live recording. A classic technique for recording an audience is to use several bi-directional microphones above the audience, each positioned so that their fronts face down toward the audience … Read More
The R-122 MKII can handle SPLs of up to 135db, which is really loud! At high levels, care must be taken in placement – a 45 degree angle is helpful. Also, mic pre overload becomes a possibility, due to the … Read More
The R-122 MKII is a high output microphone. When used on loud sources, the possibility exists of overloading the input of your microphone preamp. An easy fix is to use an inline attenuator between the mic and the input of … Read More
Phantom power is actually required for operation of the R-122 and will not damage it in any way. For more information visit Ribbon Mics and Phantom Power.
Yes R-121’s and R-122’s are great on drums. The R-121 is highly recommended for kick, toms, room mics, high-hat and ride cymbals. It’s good for snare as well, but care must be taken to place it where it won’t be … Read More