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royer SF-24 User Manual

Active stereo ribbon velocity microphone
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Active Stereo Ribbon Velocity Microphone
- General Placement Tips
Frequency Response & Polar Pattern
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Ribbons in the Digital World page 5 User Guide page 6 Operation page 7 Using the RSM-24 Shock Mount page 9 Connecting the SF-24 page 11 Amplification Considerations page 12 Stereo Microphones & Ground Loops page 14 Equalization & Ribbon Microphones page 14 Hum, Noise &...

  • Page 2: Model Sf

    SPL quality and exceptional performance. The SF-24 represents a handling (130 dB) without the use of pads. It gives the SF-24 new level of performance for ribbon microphones, combining an output level comparable to that of condenser microphones,...

  • Page 3: Description

    Description Applications The SF-24 active stereo coincident ribbon microphone is the The SF-24 is a highly versatile microphone, ideally suited for a only microphone of its kind available, combining high audio wide range of critical recording applications. From drums, performance with outstanding separation and imaging. It is a...

  • Page 4: User Guide

    5. When disconnecting the microphone, bring the channel To ensure long service life of your SF-24 active ribbon micro- faders down and unplug the microphone cable ends. It is also phone, care should be taken when connecting the microphone advisable to turn off the phantom power before unplugging the to a phantom power source.

  • Page 5: Using The Rsm-24 Shock Mount

    It is normal for the Teflon strips to develop wear marks with repeated use. 4. Never attempt to “test” the SF-24 (or any ribbon micro- phone) with an ohmmeter. Damage to the delicate electronics could occur.

  • Page 6: Connecting The

    (ribbon element) end in the palm of one Connecting the SF-24 hand. While holding the shock mount The SF-24 is supplied with cable set consisting of a 25-foot, Figure 1 in the other hand, gently insert the 5-pin male/female XLR microphone cable and a separate Y- microphone's base into the upper tube type splitter cable.

  • Page 7: Amplification Considerations

    Amplification Considerations stretch well before its electronics would reach an overload con- dition. Due to the high output potential of the SF-24, it is rec- Almost any stereo microphone preamplifier (or pair of mono ommended that the microphone preamplifier you pair it with...

  • Page 8: Stereo Microphones & Ground Loops

    Some preamplifiers are prone to developing ground loops when enormous amount of flexibility. used in conjunction with stereo microphones such as the SF-24. Ground loops can develop in the preamplifier with any stereo The reason that ribbon mics take EQ so well is their inherent microphone, regardless of the type (i.e.

  • Page 9: Microphone Technique

    It is important to remember that the SF-24’s ribbon elements phone’s magnetic components away from the lines of the can be damaged by wind. When the SF-24 is mounted on a noise's radiation. Slightly rotating the microphone is usually all boom stand, be sure the stand is moved slowly.
  • Page 10 20 or more feet from the section. in the upper frequencies will record naturally and unabrasively. Close miking brass is a job for the Royer R-121 or R-122 -- we Vocal with Acoustic Guitar do not recommend close-miking with the SF-24.

  • Page 11: Specialized Stereo Recording Techniques

    Figure 2, and they are connected as shown in Figure 3. center). With the SF-24 in a vertical position, cable end down, the lower Each microphone ultimately feeds one speaker in a stereo sys- ribbon element is the “mid” microphone and the upper ribbon tem, and due to the direc- element is the “side”...

  • Page 12: Care & Maintenance

    Care and Maintenance separate tracks, the electrical connections shown in Figure 3 The SF-24 is a solidly built, precision instrument. All that is can be made at the mixer outputs and the adjustment of the required to ensure proper operation of this microphone is to stereo separation can be done during mixdown, rather than follow some commonsense rules.

  • Page 13: Features & Specifications

    Due to the transducer’s powerful magnets, it is a good idea to keep recorded tapes, spring-wound watches and personal cred- it cards with magnetic coding away from the microphone to prevent possible damage. Features and Specifications SF-24 Features: • Excellent stereo imaging and separation in one micro phone •...

  • Page 14: Sf-24 Specifications

    Recommended Load Impedance: > 1000 Ohms Ribbon Elemen Warrantyt: One Year Maximum SPL: > 130 dB For up-to-the-minute information on Royer products and their Output Connector: Male XLR 5 pin usage, visit our website at www.royerlabs.com Power Requirements: 48-Volt Phantom...

  • Page 15: Wiring Diagram

    Wiring Diagram Notes: Polar Pattern 0˚ 330˚ 30˚ 300˚ 60˚ 270˚ 90˚ 240˚ 120˚ 210˚ 150˚ 180˚ Upper Microphone Lower Microphone Frequency Response...

  • Page 17: Warranty

    This lifetime warranty is offered to the original owner and is not transferable. Royer Labs will repair or replace an SF-24 that fails to meet factory specifications during the warranty period (ribbon elements excluded). No other warranties are implied. To validate this warranty, product registration and proof of purchase must be on file with Royer Labs.

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