Ribbon Velocity Microphone from Germany
A classic ribbon microphone like the Royer R-121 capturing sound via thin metal ribbon vibration, ideal for guitar cabs and brass. Under HTS 8518.10.80 as 'other' dynamic-style microphones with delicate ribbon transducer. Bidirectional figure-8 pattern.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Specify ribbon material (aluminum) and fragility warnings for handling
• Document figure-8 pattern and 30-15kHz response