Royer Labs SF-24 - Manual (Page 8)

Using the RSM-24 Shock Mount Accessory
Description
Your SF-24 is supplied with a Royer RSM-24 suspension type shock mount designed specifically
for this microphone. The RSM-24’s specially formulated polymer mounts provide maximum
isolation from shock and vibration while holding the SF-24 securely in place, allowing the
microphone to be safely positioned at any angle.
The RSM-24’s Delrin support tubes are relieved on the inside to minimize contact with the
microphone. Teflon strips are bonded to the inside of the Delrin tubes and serve as a means to
slide the microphone in and out of the shock. It is normal for the Teflon strips to develop wear
marks with repeated use.
Features
The shock easily accommodates standard 5/8"-27 female microphone stand threads. The support
frame is machined from solid T-6 hard aluminum, then black anodized for long life and a clean
unobtrusive appearance. The clutch mechanism provides easy positioning of the shock with
minimal pressure. There is also a relief button that enables the clutch handle to be repositioned
out of the way.
The shock mount has two orientation slots for easy X-Y and M-S positioning. The X-Y slot faces
forward and the M-S slot is 45¼ to the left.
Usage
It is important to use the RSM-24 shock mount correctly. Making sure that the microphone is
inserted properly into the shock mount will minimize any chance of the mic coming loose and
will assure proper orientation of the transducer elements. It is also important to make certain that
the mic is inserted and removed gently to avoid unnecessary shock to the ribbons.
Properly Inserting the Microphone into the Shock
Examine the shock carefully. Observe that the upper Delrin support tube has one slot inside the
tube that faces forward, the same direction as the logo, and one slot
that faces 45¼ to the left of center. The forward slot is used to orient
the center, on-axis position of the microphone. This is critical in
establishing accurate left/right (X-Y) positioning relative to the
sound source. The microphone is inserted in such a manner that the
"ROYER" logo on the microphone nestles comfortably in this slot.
The 45¼ left of center slot is used to orient the microphone for M-S
recording. With the microphone logo inserted in this slot, the upper
ribbon element faces forward for the "Mid" signal and the lower
ribbon element faces sideways for the "Side" signal. (Figure 1)
Hold the mic by placing the transducer (ribbon element) end in the
palm of one hand. While holding the shock mount in the other hand,
Figure 1
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