Ribbon Mic Shootout - Royer R10 vs AEA N22 

Hi Doug. I much preferred the N22. For electric guitar I prefer the AEA N8. Littler darker than the N22

Ribbons capture more than their "before processing" often reveals - so coming from that starting point, I like the Royer better, as it sounds more natural. It really comes alive with a little EQ and compression without sounding harsh/brittle. To each their own though.

On a lot of sources I feel like the N22 sounds a bit too hyped. If you don't approach this comparison too analytically you might find out that the R10 is just more enjoyable to listen to.

I prefer the Royer. While it sounded a little darker on the acoustic you can simply turn it around and use the back side for a brighter tone. The Royer on the amp sounded great.

Very nice video. Definitely not the views it deserves! Thank you!

That mic is too close, it is colouring the response for to proximity effect, boomyness and mid honk. Should be 2-3m away.

N22 by a mile

In prefer the Royer - sounds warmer and less jangly..to my ears...

The Rode ntr is better than both of them!

Thanks for the comparison, nice all around. In your opinion, did you really need the cloudlifter with such a nice preamp? I don't have much experience with in-line boosters but i have used a grace m801 and never questioned it's power with coles or beyer ribbons. I currently do mostly remotes with a sound devices 633 and it drives my coles fine.