Royer Labs dBooster
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Royer Labs
dBooster
Product Info
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The dBooster is a surprisingly effective little box, especially for ribbon mics that often need a bit of extra juice. It’s clean and adds a touch of pleasing saturation without coloring the sound too much, making it a great value for anyone working with vintage or low-output microphones.
Product Description
- Royer Labs dBooster
- In-Line Signal Amplifier
- For ribbon and dynamic microphones
- Switchable gain (12/20 dB)
- Frequency range: 20 to 20000 Hz
- 48 V Phantom power supply
- Class-A input stage
- High-impedance XLR input and low-impedance XLR output XLR
- Dimensions (W x H x D): 51 x 41.3 x 92 mm
- Weight: 170 g
PROS
- • Excellent clean gain for ribbon mics needing a boost
- • Class-A input adds subtle warmth and harmonic richness
- • Compact size makes it ideal for cramped studio setups
- • High-impedance input preserves dynamic mic detail
CONS
- • Limited to two gain settings, lacks flexibility for nuanced adjustments
- • Small size can make it feel slightly less robust
- • Might be overkill for mics with already healthy output levels
Product Video
Key Features
Channels
1
Preamp Type
Class-A
Gain Range
12/20 dB
Phantom Power
48 V
Connections
XLR In/XLR Out
Weight
170 g
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Frequently Asked Questions
While it *can* be used with condensers, the dBooster's primary purpose is to boost ribbon and dynamic mics; a high-end preamp is likely a better choice for condensers.
Yes, the 12dB setting is often sufficient for an R-121, especially when paired with a preamp that's a little shy on gain. The 20dB setting is for those truly low-output scenarios.
This isn't a replacement for a full preamp; it’s an in-line booster. It provides a clean gain stage, but lacks the EQ and other features of a dedicated preamp.
