This limited-time Royer Labs ribbon mic bundle could be the perfect setup for recording your acoustic guitarRibbon mic specialist Royer Labs has announced a limited-time deal on its R-12 Active Ribbon Microphone, in which you can get the mic, plus Royer’s patented RSM-SS24 Sling-Shock mount for just $999, saving you $300 if you were to buy them both separately.
Launched in December, the Royer R-12 pairs classic ribbon warmth with active output, making it a perfect microphone for capturing steel-string acoustic guitar. As Royer explains, the mic is designed to capture the “woodiness” and natural midrange of the guitar, without adding to the brittle top-end often associated with brighter microphones.
Meanwhile, the R-12’s active circuitry means improved clarity, transient response and output – perfect for modern recording setups.

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Royer’s flagship R-121 is one of the most touted ribbon microphones on the market, and the R-12 features the same 2.5-micron ribbon. Meanwhile, the mic also sports a switchable -15dB pad and a switchable high-pass filter for proximity control.
It also features an internally shock-mounted ribbon transducer and a built-in triple-layer windscreen for the reduction of unwanted handling and wind-related noise.
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The RSM-SS24 Sling-Shock mount makes this bundle perfect for acoustic recording, as it provides an added layer of isolation, helping to reduce stand and floor noise during recording.
The RSM-SS24 utilises a non-resonant nylon cord and damped tensioning springs instead of elastic bands, offering users a stable, reliable mounting system for pristine recordings.
“Acoustic guitar is one of those sources where players know immediately whether a mic is helping or getting in the way,” says Dave Hetrick, President and Chief Revenue Officer at Royer Labs.
“The R-12 gives players the warmth and natural response people expect from a Royer ribbon, but with the output, clarity and control that make it easy to use in real-world recording sessions. Pairing it with the RSM-SS24 gives customers a complete setup at a strong price.
Of course, the R-12 is great for recording acoustic guitar, but can also be used with a range of instruments, including piano, organ, drum overheads, strings, room miking and more.
The R-12 Bundle is available now via authorised Royer Labs dealers. Learn more at Royer Labs.

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