Uploaded June 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
What's sweeter than pairing your favorite guitar cab with a Royer Labs ribbon microphone? In this new shootout, we’re comparing two of the brand’s active ribbons, the R-122 MKII and the R-12, on a number of different guitar and amp combos.
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Learn more about the Royer Labs microphones in this shootout here: bit.ly/RL122R12
Want to purchase any of the microphones mentioned in this video? We can help! Contact Vintage King by phone at 248.209.5083 or visit vintageking.com.
#royerlabs #r122 #r12 #ribbonmicrophone #ribbonmic #microphoneshootout #shootout #geardemo #vintageking
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Performances by Bryan Reilly and Dustin McLaughlin. Engineered by Bryan Reilly.
Time Stamps:
Royer Labs Labs Legacy / Shootout Explanation: 0:00 - 1:04
Gibson Les Paul / Ampeg Gemini: 1:05 - 1:52
Fender Stratocaster / Ampeg Gemini: 1:53 - 2:22
Gibson Les Paul / Fender Twin Reverb: 2:23 - 2:56
Fender Stratocaster / Fender Twin Reverb: 2:57 - 3:39
Gibson Les Paul / Marshall JCM 800: 3:40 - 4:08
Fender Stratocaster / Marshall JCM 800: 4:09 - 4:41
Wrap-Up: 4:42 - 5:18
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About Vintage King:
For over 30 years, Vintage King has done things differently. We've never played follow the leader or settled for just "good enough." With a relentless drive to provide the best experience, products, knowledge, and service, our first concern is always for you and your gear needs. From your first quality microphone to the console you dream about owning and everything in between, Vintage King is about creating quality sound. We're here for you - No matter where your audio travels take you.
VK Shootout: Royer R 122 MKII & R-12 Microphones
youtu.be/xX_GlNKbqB0
What's sweeter than pairing your favorite guitar cab with a Royer Labs ribbon microphone? In this new shootout, we’re comparing two of the brand’s active ribbons, the R-122 MKII and the R-12, on a number of different guitar and amp combos.
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Learn more about the Royer Labs microphones in this shootout here: bit.ly/RL122R12
Want to purchase any of the microphones mentioned in this video? We can help! Contact Vintage King by phone at 248.209.5083 or visit vintageking.com.
#royerlabs #r122 #r12 #ribbonmicrophone #ribbonmic #microphoneshootout #shootout #geardemo #vintageking
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Performances by Bryan Reilly and Dustin McLaughlin. Engineered by Bryan Reilly.
Time Stamps:
Royer Labs Labs Legacy / Shootout Explanation: 0:00 - 1:04
Gibson Les Paul / Ampeg Gemini: 1:05 - 1:52
Fender Stratocaster / Ampeg Gemini: 1:53 - 2:22
Gibson Les Paul / Fender Twin Reverb: 2:23 - 2:56
Fender Stratocaster / Fender Twin Reverb: 2:57 - 3:39
Gibson Les Paul / Marshall JCM 800: 3:40 - 4:08
Fender Stratocaster / Marshall JCM 800: 4:09 - 4:41
Wrap-Up: 4:42 - 5:18
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Subscribe to Vintage King's YouTube Channel: bit.ly/VintageKingYouTube
Connect with Vintage King: bit.ly/vintageking
Facebook: bit.ly/VintageKingFacebook
X: bit.ly/VintageKingTweets
Instagram: bit.ly/VintageKingInstagram
About Vintage King:
For over 30 years, Vintage King has done things differently. We've never played follow the leader or settled for just "good enough." With a relentless drive to provide the best experience, products, knowledge, and service, our first concern is always for you and your gear needs. From your first quality microphone to the console you dream about owning and everything in between, Vintage King is about creating quality sound. We're here for you - No matter where your audio travels take you.
VK Shootout: Royer R 122 MKII & R-12 Microphones
youtu.be/xX_GlNKbqB0





