Mic Instrument Preamp
Mic Instrument Preamp
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 Shure KSM137 SL Cardioid Condenser Instrument Microphone  US $168.50
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 MXL USB006 Condenser Cable Professional Microphone EXCELLENT CONDITION US $25.49
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 Shure SM98 Mini Condenser Microphone with Gooseneck US $120.00
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 YPA M605 Supercardioid Condenser Microphone Toms Congas US $119.99
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 UA LA610 MKII Channel Strip Exc NR US $995.00
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 APOGEE MINI ME 2 CHANNEL A D CONVERTER MIC INSTRUMENT PREAMP MICROPHONE PRE US $550.00
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 Samson C01U USB Studio Condenser Microphone US $18.50
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 ART DPS II Preamp System with Dual Tube Mic Preamps US $170.00
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 MXL USB006 Condenser Cable Professional Microphone US $16.49
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 NEW YPA M613 XLR Cardioid Instrument drum Condenser Mic US $99.95
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 Earthworks TC30K Professional Microphone Earthworks LAB 101 Preamp US $1,000.00
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 ART TUBE MP PROJECT SERIES INSTRUMENT MICROPHONE PREAMP MIC PREAMPLIFIER US $59.99
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 NEW AKG PERCEPTION 220 PROFESSIONAL CONDENSER MIC 4834 US $169.99
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 Behringer MIC200 TUBE ULTRAGAIN Tube Preamp w Modeling US $45.00
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 Nady Audio TMP 1 Tube Mic Preamp US $48.99
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 MXL MXL 990 Condenser Microphone with Shockmount US $59.99
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 Shure KSM137 SL Cardioid Studio Condenser Microphone Champagne US $229.99
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 YPA M606 Condenser Vocal Instrument Microphone 2pcs NEW US $49.99
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 Art Tube MP Project Series Tube Preamp US $12.50
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 PRESONUS BLUE TUBE DP 2 CHANNEL MICROPHONE INSTRUMENT TUBE PREAMPLIFIER US $71.00
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 Focusrite ISA 220 Session Pack Mic Preamp US $1,200.00
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 MXL 990 Condenser Cable Professional Microphone US $85.00
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 MXL 550 551 Condenser Cable Microphone US $100.00
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 Oktava MK 219 Large Diaphram Condenser Mic US $65.00
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 Shure Beta 98 Clip On Condenser Instrument Mic Microphone BETA 98H C US $249.95
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 APHEX 107 2 Channel Thermionic Microphone Preamp Tubessence Rack Mount US $89.00
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 SDSYSTEM LCM80EW SOPRANO MICROPHONE US $400.00
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 NEW YPA M605 Condenser drum toms instrument Microphone US $129.95
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 API A2D Dual 312 Mic Preamps with Digital Output DEMO US $750.00
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 ART TUBE MP PROJECT SERIES Tube Mic MICROPHONE PREAMP WBox and adapter free ship US $70.00
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 Sterling Audio ST51 Condenser Cable Microphone US $39.95
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 SAMSON C01U Cable USB Studio Condenser Recording Professional Mic Microphone US $14.95
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 Avalon M5 MONO Pure Class A Mic Preamp US $1,099.99
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 SAMSON C01U Professional Mic Cable USB Studio Condenser Recording MIC ONLY US $9.99
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 ART TPS II 2 Channel Variable Impedance Tube Preamp US $125.00
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 Blue Robbie Class A Discrete Tube Mic instrument preamp US $799.95
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 CAD M179 Mic Shockmount Cable Filter Case US $199.99
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 NEW CAD Trion 8000 Mic Power Supply Cable Case US $399.99
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 AKG C 518 M miniature condenser microphone US $199.99
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 Universal Audio LA 610 Lightly Used in Original Box w Vintage USA Tubes US $787.77
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 NEW BEHRINGER USB Condenser Microphone C 1U BUY IT NOW FREE SHIPPING USA US $74.88
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 NEW PAIR BEHRINGER C 4 STUDIO CONDENSER MICROPHONE C4 BUY IT NOW FREE FAST SHIP US $72.88
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 NEW Behringer T 47 Studio Vacuum Tube Condenser Mic BUY IT NOW FREE SHIPPING US $169.88
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 aurora audio gtq2 mkIII one year old mint condition US $2,199.00
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 Sony sra 3 Tube Mic Microphone and Instrument Pre Amp US $499.00
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 TL Audio PA 2 PA2 Dual Channel Tube Preamp US $500.00
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 Shure KSM109 Studio Condenser Microphone US $50.00
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 TUBEPre Microphone Preamp by Presonus fattens up vocals gtr bass keyboard US $45.00
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 AKG PERCEPTION 200 STUDIO CONDENSER MICROPHONE USED VERY GOOD US $39.99
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 Sennheiser EW112P G3 Wireless Lav Camera System G Band Zoom H4n Recorder US $699.00
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Presonus Bluetube Dp V2 2-Channel Mic/Instrument Tube Preamp $229.95 The PreSonus name is synonymous with quality and performance in any studio, and they continue to build on that reputation with the BlueTube DP v2, a 2-channel tube preamp with PreSonus popular Class A XMAX preamps, which have been widely acclaimed for both their clarity and transparency. PreSonus tube preamps are known for their warm, smooth sound. With the Blue Tube DP dual-path mic/instrument preamp, you get both types of high-quality sound in one unit.The BlueTube DP v2 is an improvement on the classic BlueTube DP preamp. The solid-state path now feeds PreSonus pure Class A XMAX mic preamplifier with 80dB of variable gainan upgrade from the original BlueTube DPs solid-state stage. The tube path features a 12AX7 tube, which operates on voltages double that of other preamplifiers in its class, producing lots of headroom and big tone. BlueTube DP v2 offers lower noise, more high-end clarity, and an even smoother tube sound than its predecessor.You still get all the secondary features you expect in a professional-grade preamp: 48V phantom power, an 80Hz high-pass filter, -20dB pad to control hot input signals, and a polarity-reverse switch. Each channel has an illuminated VU meter so you can visually monitor your input levels.A Tube Drive control provides a wide range of sounds: when its clicked off, youre using the solid-state preamp for quiet, transparent amplification; when its engaged, your signals flow through the tube preamp, and you can achieve anything from gentle warmth to edgy distortion.Versatile and AffordableWith two combo mic/instrument inputs, the half-rackspace BlueTube DP v2 is a great choice for guitars and basses as well as for vocals. Singer-songwriters can run their vocal through one channel and their guitar through the other, feeding both to the P.A.no guitar amp needed. It also serves as a DI box, thanks to balanced XLR and unbalanced 1/4 outputs, and is housed in a new, rugged, 1/2U case. Try the BlueTube DP v2 as a front end for a DAW, too; sure, your recording interface might already include preamps, but few of them give you both tube and solid-state operation.We have also updated the preamps compact, rugged enclosure; it has more rounded edges and looks modern and sleek. It can be used as a desktop unit or it can be screw-mounted to a standard rack tray.Dual path mic/instrument tube preampHigh-headroom Class A XMAX mic preamplifier with 80dB gain range12AX7 Vacuum tube gain stageTube Drive tube-saturation control48V Phantom power80Hz High-pass filter-20dB Pad to reduce hot input levelsPolarity-reverse switchIlluminated analog VU input-level meter2 Balanced combo mic/unbalanced instrument inputs2 Balanced XLR main (L/R) line outputs2 Unbalanced main (L/R) line outputsCompact 1/2U chassisExternal 12 VDC, 1A power supply |
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Headway Edb-1 Acoustic Instrument Preamp $319.59 With the compact Headway EDB-1 (Sheer Acoustic Equaliser Direct Blend) mega multi-purpose external pre-amplifier box you can completely shape your sound with a 5-band interactive EQ, switchable input impedance, and 3-way range switch. The preamp's controls offer acoustic guitar, bass, or violin settingswhich cut unwanted low end tones below the useable frequency range of the instrument. This cuts body-handling noise, unwanted resonances, feedback, and violin bowing noise. Feedback and other resonance problems may be further tackled by a very effective, broad-ranging tunable notch filter and a phase reverse control. The Headway EDB-1 preamp's inputs provide plenty of options for any amplification you use. Whether using a 1/4" jack, balanced stereo 1/4" jack, or XLR jack for a microphone, the EDB-1 has got you covered. Headway EDB-1 inputs include mono jack, stereo jack and XLR, through 2 channels. The inputs enable you to blend in an extra pickup, or microphone. You can plug into them with 1 or 2 standard mono jack leads, a jack lead plus an XLR, or a stereo jack lead. An unbalanced 1/4" jack would be related to the Channel 1 input. A balanced 1/4" jack relates to the stereo input (using channels 1 and 2), for an instrument using an internal mic and pickup, being blended internally. Channel 2 mic is an XLR input allowing you to use a microphone onstage, if your instrument does not have a pickup. Each channel's input impedance switches allow you to optimize the voicing for any of the major pickup types, while a huge amount of extra levels can be applied via the gain controls and master volume. Phantom power is also available to jack in and XLR inputs, making the unit friendly for use with quality condenser mics and Instruments wired with no battery inside instrument, but with active pickups needing powering. The outputs use a balanced XLR out and a line out jack. If an earth loop is heard causing hum, you may kill it by pressing the earth lift switch. The two outputs also allow you to split the signal, such as between an acoustic combo amp for stage monitoring and an out front mixing desk. The Headway EDB-1 preamp can be mounted on its rubber feet, carried with you on a belt clip. Powering is via two 9v PP3 ( 6F22 ) batteries, or via plug-in DC Power supply.Pro-audio qualityMono/Stereo jacks inputsXLR inputInput impedance switchable to optimize various pickup types3-way Range control selects High Pass Filter/Low-cut settings for guitar,violin, or bass.2 channels5-band interactive EQTunable Notch Filter with variable band width + In/OutPhantom power to Inputs via switchBalanced XLR Line Out (Mix of 2 channels ) + Earth Lift switchJack line out in mono mix of 2 channels.Battery or external DC Plug-in power supplyLow battery indicatorMount via rubber feet, Belt clipWeight: 1-1/2 lb.Dimensions: 5-1/2"D x 3-3/4"W x 1-3/4"H (height includes low-profile knobs) |
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Daking Mic-Pre One Preamp $765 The Daking Mic Pre One is a free-standing single-channel preamplifier that uses the same circuitry found in Daking's 4-channel Mic-Pre IV, a favorite among top producers and engineers such as Butch Vig (Nirvana, Green Day, Smashing Pumpkins), David Pensado (Mary J Blige, Beyonce, Brian McKnight), and both Chris and Tom Lord-Alge (who haven't they mixed?). Built in the tradition of the great console manufacturers such as Neve and API, Daking preamps feature bulletproof construction and marvelous sound, reminiscent of the coveted classic pres. While sharing the gain structure and Class A, fully discrete transistor circuitry design of the popular Daking Mic Pre IV, the Mic Pre One adds a unique variable high-pass filter and comes in a freestanding 'DI-style' steel enclosure, ensuring both durability and immunity from noise. Mic Pre One features switchable phase, 20dB mic input pad and +48V phantom power, plus a selectable 1/4" front panel Hi-Z instrument input, all utilizing relays with gold bi-furcated contacts. Two large knurled aluminum knobs control the variable high-pass filter (0-200Hz) and continuously variable input gain between 25dB and 70dB. A 20-segment LED bargraph display provides accurate metering. Another LED signifies when power is supplied to the Mic-Pre One. Rear-panel connections include a transformer-isolated input for a microphone, plus line outputs on 1/4" jack and XLR. Class A amplifier, all-discrete solid state design Jensen transformer-isolated mic input Variable high-pass filter (0-200Hz) 20dB pad Inputs for mic, line, and instrument-level signals Front-panel Hi-Z instrument input Phase reversal switch +48V phantom power Full-width 20-segment, bi-color LED meter Balanced XLR output and 1/4" line output External power supply for noise-free operation and longer component live Rohs Compliant |
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Tonelux Mp5a All-Discrete Mic Preamp $785 The Tonelux MP5A is a discrete mic preamp with a DI (direct input) on the front panel. The MP5As Mic In is transformer coupled in and out, and has a 20dB pad (affects both Mic and DI), 48V Phantom power switch, and Phase or Polarity switch. The pad and polarity switches affect both inputs. The inner, or larger (silver) knob sets the mic pre gain and the outer smaller (black) knob controls the output level. We chose the fader control for the outer knob so the gain knob, once set, won't be bumped when adjusting the output level.The 8-segment LED VU meter follows the balanced output of the preamp. The level of the VU meter is adjustable over the entire range from Off to +28. The Peak LED is set at +14VU or +18dBu and can grab a fast peak and display it. An internal jumper selects the Mic Pre Main Output or the Mic Pre Gain Stage signal to feed the VU Meter. This allows the engineer to monitor the real mic pre gain or output level of the MP5A. When monitoring the Mic Pre Gain, the meter shows the actual gain-stage level, and is not affected by the output fader.The Combo XLR/Direct input is for use with a Hi-Z instrument, etc. The Tilt tone control works with both the Mic in and DI, and has it's own Tilt EQ In switch, which is a hardwire bypass switch when out. When turned up, the Tilt control has a 0 to 6dB boost on the high end while cutting the low end the same amount. If turned down, Tilt will boost the low end up to 6dB and cut the high end up to 6dB. The front-panel XLR is multed to the rear-panel XLR, and is also multed to the D-Sub Input on the rear of the V4 Roadster 500-series rack. The Insert Return input of the V4 is a resistor-isolated mic-level input that can be used when the MP5A is in a live recording situation and there is no splitter. It will bridge the mic line with 10x the impedance to minimize loading the microphone. Included with the MP5A Mic Pre is the ability to PFL (Pre Fader Listen) the output to an external amplifier or to the mixer/master section for previewing the signal directly off the mic pre output. |
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ART Tube MP Studio V3 Mic Preamp $75 The ART Tube MP StudioV3 Mic Preamp features ART's V3 (Variable Valve Voicing) technology that provides optimized reference points to begin recording. The V3 presets were created by some of the industry's top studio and live-sound engineers, along with ART's veteran engineering department. It allows you to select among a multitude of preamp settings designed for guitars (electric and acoustic), keyboards, bass guitars, drums, vocals, and more. It also features an Output Protection Limiter (OPL) to control and maintain the output peak signal; crucial when recording to hard disk or using a sound card. Also can serve as an exceptional direct box for impedance matching or simply improving the sound of any instrument plugged into it. |
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Focusrite Octopre Mkii 8-Channel Mic Preamp $499.98 The Focusrite OctoPre MkII Preamp is a powerful input upgrade for your Pro Tools system. With 8 channels of Focusrite pre-amplification and a built-in 24-bit/96 kHz ADAT output, the OctoPre MK II is suitable for any digital audio workstation. It's also a great expansion for any analogue or digital console, or for your hard disk recorder.The OctoPre MkII preamp's digital output makes the most of often-neglected ADAT inputs - ideal for expanding the number of mic-pre inputs on your interface. Connect OctoPre MkII to your audio interface's ADAT input to create a high quality, multi-channel recording solution. Focusrite OctoPre MkII is also an ideal preamp for tracking drums, as well guitars, keyboards, vocals, and more.Eight High Quality Award-winning Focusrite Pre-ampsBuilt-in eight channel 24-bit / 96 kHz digital outputMic-pres optimized for tracking drumsTwo quality Hi-Z instrument inputs5 LED input metering on every channel-10dB Pads on every channelDirect outputs on every channel48V Phantom power available on every channelState-of-the-art Clocking Solutions |
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Used Focusrite Octopre Mkii 8-Channel Mic Preamp $454.98 The Focusrite OctoPre MkII Preamp is a powerful input upgrade for your Pro Tools system. With 8 channels of Focusrite pre-amplification and a built-in 24-bit/96 kHz ADAT output, the OctoPre MK II is suitable for any digital audio workstation. It's also a great expansion for any analogue or digital console, or for your hard disk recorder.The OctoPre MkII preamp's digital output makes the most of often-neglected ADAT inputs - ideal for expanding the number of mic-pre inputs on your interface. Connect OctoPre MkII to your audio interface's ADAT input to create a high quality, multi-channel recording solution. Focusrite OctoPre MkII is also an ideal preamp for tracking drums, as well guitars, keyboards, vocals, and more.Eight High Quality Award-winning Focusrite Pre-ampsBuilt-in eight channel 24-bit / 96 kHz digital outputMic-pres optimized for tracking drumsTwo quality Hi-Z instrument inputs5 LED input metering on every channel-10dB Pads on every channelDirect outputs on every channel48V Phantom power available on every channelState-of-the-art Clocking Solutions |
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Art Tube Mp Studio V3 Mic Preamp $75 The ART Tube MP StudioV3 Mic Preamp features ART's V3 (Variable Valve Voicing) technology that provides optimized reference points to begin recording. The V3 presets were created by some of the industry's top studio and live-sound engineers, along with ART's veteran engineering department. It allows you to select among a multitude of preamp settings designed for guitars (electric and acoustic), keyboards, bass guitars, drums, vocals, and more. It also features an Output Protection Limiter (OPL) to control and maintain the output peak signal; crucial when recording to hard disk or using a sound card. Also can serve as an exceptional direct box for impedance matching or simply improving the sound of any instrument plugged into it.V3 presets provide fine-tuned presets designed by top studio and live-sound engineers allowing you to quickly optimize your recordings Features ART's Output Protection Limiter, which precisely and accurately controls and maintains the output peak signal In addition to preamplification, the Tube MP Studio can be used as an exceptional direct box for impedance matching, amplifying, and improving the sound of any instrument plugged into it Dynamic range: 100dB Frequency response: 10Hz-20kHz Maximum gain: 70dB |
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Used Headway Edb-1 Acoustic Instrument Preamp $278.04 With the compact Headway EDB-1 (Sheer Acoustic Equaliser Direct Blend) mega multi-purpose external pre-amplifier box you can completely shape your sound with a 5-band interactive EQ, switchable input impedance, and 3-way range switch. The preamp's controls offer acoustic guitar, bass, or violin settingswhich cut unwanted low end tones below the useable frequency range of the instrument. This cuts body-handling noise, unwanted resonances, feedback, and violin bowing noise. Feedback and other resonance problems may be further tackled by a very effective, broad-ranging tunable notch filter and a phase reverse control. The Headway EDB-1 preamp's inputs provide plenty of options for any amplification you use. Whether using a 1/4" jack, balanced stereo 1/4" jack, or XLR jack for a microphone, the EDB-1 has got you covered. Headway EDB-1 inputs include mono jack, stereo jack and XLR, through 2 channels. The inputs enable you to blend in an extra pickup, or microphone. You can plug into them with 1 or 2 standard mono jack leads, a jack lead plus an XLR, or a stereo jack lead. An unbalanced 1/4" jack would be related to the Channel 1 input. A balanced 1/4" jack relates to the stereo input (using channels 1 and 2), for an instrument using an internal mic and pickup, being blended internally. Channel 2 mic is an XLR input allowing you to use a microphone onstage, if your instrument does not have a pickup. Each channel's input impedance switches allow you to optimize the voicing for any of the major pickup types, while a huge amount of extra levels can be applied via the gain controls and master volume. Phantom power is also available to jack in and XLR inputs, making the unit friendly for use with quality condenser mics and Instruments wired with no battery inside instrument, but with active pickups needing powering. The outputs use a balanced XLR out and a line out jack. If an earth loop is heard causing hum, you may kill it by pressing the earth lift switch. The two outputs also allow you to split the signal, such as between an acoustic combo amp for stage monitoring and an out front mixing desk. The Headway EDB-1 preamp can be mounted on its rubber feet, carried with you on a belt clip. Powering is via two 9v PP3 ( 6F22 ) batteries, or via plug-in DC Power supply.Pro-audio qualityMono/Stereo jacks inputsXLR inputInput impedance switchable to optimize various pickup types3-way Range control selects High Pass Filter/Low-cut settings for guitar,violin, or bass.2 channels5-band interactive EQTunable Notch Filter with variable band width + In/OutPhantom power to Inputs via switchBalanced XLR Line Out (Mix of 2 channels ) + Earth Lift switchJack line out in mono mix of 2 channels.Battery or external DC Plug-in power supplyLow battery indicatorMount via rubber feet, Belt clipWeight: 1-1/2 lb.Dimensions: 5-1/2"D x 3-3/4"W x 1-3/4"H (height includes low-profile knobs) |
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True Systems P-Solo Ribbon Mic Preamp $599.95 The P-Solo Ribbon Mic Preamp is specifically designed to get the absolute best results from both new-technology and vintage ribbon microphones (and for that matter, dynamic mics also).The p-solo ribbon microphone preamp features the same design as all TRUE Systems preamps, but with no phantom power (dangerous to most ribbon mics), no capacitors in the signal path, even higher input impedance, and higher gain capability. Whether you're recording Bach or rock, every time a ribbon mic is used, choose the same preamp preferred by many professional musicians, engineers and producers for critical studio, location recording, and live sound situations.About TRUE Systems:TRUE Systems is a product line of Sunrise Engineering and Design Inc., which is involved with consulting, design, and manufacture of electronic equipment used in professional audio production (recording and broadcast studios, concert halls, remote recording and live sound, etc.).The principal of Sunrise Engineering and Design,Tim Spencer, has thirty years of diverse experience in design, development, integration and manufacturing of complex hardware and software systems. While employed at Burr Brown, he was responsible for design and development of various amplifier products as well as analog-to-digital and digital-to-analog conversion devices - and Burr Brown's very first power operational amplifiers.TRUE System's customers include Sony Electronics, Sony Classical Recording, Lincoln Center, the Bill Gates residence, numerous professional and semi-professional project studios, and remote broadcast production companies. Skywalker Studios, Warner Bros., and numerous other major film/video sound post-production companies use the products for which TRUE Systems have been design consultants.Natural, musical, highly detailed soundfieldDesigned for Vintage and Modern Ribbon Mics and Dynamic MicsUp to 76dB gain, high input impedanceInternal linear AC power supply for excellent transient responseHigh impedance instrument inputHigh-pass filterFour-level meteringOver-size volume control with selectable 10db input level attenuationCompact, portable, solid desk-top caseSuperior results with ribbons anddynamics and self-powered tube micsEntry-level price for high-end performance |
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Used Daking Mic-Pre One Preamp $696.15 The Daking Mic Pre One is a free-standing single-channel preamplifier that uses the same circuitry found in Daking's 4-channel Mic-Pre IV, a favorite among top producers and engineers such as Butch Vig (Nirvana, Green Day, Smashing Pumpkins), David Pensado (Mary J Blige, Beyonce, Brian McKnight), and both Chris and Tom Lord-Alge (who haven't they mixed?). Built in the tradition of the great console manufacturers such as Neve and API, Daking preamps feature bulletproof construction and marvelous sound, reminiscent of the coveted classic pres. While sharing the gain structure and Class A, fully discrete transistor circuitry design of the popular Daking Mic Pre IV, the Mic Pre One adds a unique variable high-pass filter and comes in a freestanding 'DI-style' steel enclosure, ensuring both durability and immunity from noise. Mic Pre One features switchable phase, 20dB mic input pad and +48V phantom power, plus a selectable 1/4" front panel Hi-Z instrument input, all utilizing relays with gold bi-furcated contacts. Two large knurled aluminum knobs control the variable high-pass filter (0-200Hz) and continuously variable input gain between 25dB and 70dB. A 20-segment LED bargraph display provides accurate metering. Another LED signifies when power is supplied to the Mic-Pre One. Rear-panel connections include a transformer-isolated input for a microphone, plus line outputs on 1/4" jack and XLR. Class A amplifier, all-discrete solid state design Jensen transformer-isolated mic input Variable high-pass filter (0-200Hz) 20dB pad Inputs for mic, line, and instrument-level signals Front-panel Hi-Z instrument input Phase reversal switch +48V phantom power Full-width 20-segment, bi-color LED meter Balanced XLR output and 1/4" line output External power supply for noise-free operation and longer component live Rohs Compliant |
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ART Tube MP Studio Mic Preamp List Price: $86.00 Sale Price: $29.99 Used From: $29.00  |
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The original Tube MP made pro-caliber tube preamping available to ordinary musicians and home studios. The MP Studio goes a step further by adding a VU meter for better level control and ART's OPL (Output Protection Limiter), which controls and maintains the output peak signal to protect hard-disk recording systems and soundcards... |
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Presonus BlueTube DP v2 2-Channel Mic/Instrument Tube Preamp List Price: $279.95 Sale Price: $229.00 |
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Presonus has improved on the original BlueTube classic unit with the BlueTube DP v2. The solid-state path now feeds PreSonus' top-of-the-line Class A XMAXTM mic preamplifier with 80 dB of variable gain-an upgrade from the original BlueTube DP's solid-state stage... |
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Blue Microphones Yeti Pro USB Condenser Microphone, Multipattern. List Price: $249.00 Sale Price: Too low to display |
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The Yeti Pro is the world’s first USB microphone combining 24 bit/192 kHz digital recording resolution with analog XLR output.Featuring three custom condenser capsules and four different pattern settings, the Yeti Pro can capture digital audio with up to fourtimes the clarity found on CDs... |
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ART Tube MP Project Series Microphone Preamp List Price: $89.00 Sale Price: $56.99 Used From: $45.99 |
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The Tube MP Project Series is a professional quality audio interface that lets you connect microphone, instrument, and line level signals to a mixer or other audio input. This hybrid design is the latest in a long line of ART tube preamps... |
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TASCAM DP-008 8-Track Digital Portastudio List Price: $449.99 Sale Price: Too low to display Used From: $152.28 |
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Concentrate on your music and not on the recording process with the easy-to-use Tascam DP-008 8-track digital Portastudio, which can capture CD-quality audio wherever you roam. Using a Secure Digital (SD) memory card, you can record two tracks simultaneously and work with up to eight tracks in a multi-track project... |
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Behringer PS400 Ultra-Compact Phantom Power Supply List Price: $43.99 Sale Price: $20.99 |
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You need phantom power to take advantage of the rich, robust sound of condenser microphones. The ultra-compact PS400 provides the power you need to use your favorite condenser mics, and it's small enough to fit in your pocket... |
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ART Tube MP Studio V3 Microphone Preamp and Limiter with Presets List Price: $119.00 Sale Price: $69.95 Used From: $64.99 |
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The Tube MP Studio V3 features ART's V3 (variable Valve Voicing) technology - found only in ART microphone preamplification systems. Provides superior preamplification for microphones, instruments, and line level sources... |
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PreSonus BlueTube DP 2-Channel Vacuum Tube Dual-Path Mic Pre List Price: $229.95 Sale Price: Too low to display Used From: $185.00 |
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The new BLUETUBE DP two channel microphone/instrument preamplifier with Dual Path technology delivers the best of both worlds offering a solid state preamplifier stage and a tube preamplifier stage in each channel... |
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MXL MXL 990 Condenser Microphone with Shockmount List Price: $199.99 Sale Price: $59.00 Used From: $57.98 |
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The MXL 990 Condenser Microphone with Shock Mount has a silky, sweet high end while retaining tight, solid low and midrange reproduction. The 3/4" gold-sputtered diaphragm creates a professional sound suited for digital and analog recording... |
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TASCAM iM2 Channel Portable Digital Recorder List Price: $99.99 Sale Price: $61.24 Used From: $48.48 |
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TASCAM's iM2 turns the iPhone, iPad or iPod touch into a high-quality stereo recorder. A pair of condenser microphones - the same high quality as TASCAM's best-selling DR-series recorders - plugs into the dock connector of your Apple device... |
How To Connect A Guitar To A Computer
So many players want to record guitar playing on their computer. Digital recording is more popular than ever for pros and amateurs alike. But there are some things to be considered when you connect a guitar to a computer; mostly how you want to connect the instrument, and the quality of the recording you hope to capture. The type of guitar computer interface you choose will greatly affect the sound of the electric guitar through the computer and the overall recording you can expect.
While it is possible to play guitar through a PC just by plugging it in, this basic approach is likely to be fine for most though many players don't like sacrificing a good sound for the ease of quick setup. Electric players need a ‘high impedance' input to get their electric guitar to connect to a computer, and though most computer soundcards come with high impedance inputs, these inputs are usually not strong enough to get a good guitar signal or in the long run, for recording guitar effects for PC. This lower ‘impedance' can cause noise problems too. A player can avoid all this of course by plugging the guitar into a ‘line-in' jack, instead of the ‘mic-in', but then the all-important preamp is needed.
Almost any one attempting to connect a guitar through their computer or familiar with recording a guitar into a mixing consol should be familiar with a preamp. The preamp does exactly what its name implies, it "amps" the signal before it goes into the plug-in. Therefore your guitar's signal will get that extra boost it needs when you record guitar on a pc...or into any other device that is not an amp. There are plenty of external interfaces that combine computer soundcards with a preamp. Or if you like more components to you set-up you can always buy a preamp separate from your sound card. There are a lot of stand-alone vintage preamps out there that will not only boost your signal, but warm your sound before it goes into the ‘cooler' digital domain of your pc.
It's not only the pristine quality of digital that makes recording guitar on a pc so much fun, it is also portability. With very little equipment you can put down a riff (or an entire song actually) into a laptop! And added to all this wonderful technology is the fact that there are so many recording guitar effects for pc now on the market, a player can access different amp sounds and settings, effects. Well after you have wrestled with how to connect a guitar to your pc and have recorded a strong signal, you can call record guitar effects with pc during recording or in post-production.
Of course information about how to connect your guitar to a pc and the wonderful wide world of effects is available through an on-line pc guitar tutor and websites devoted to digital recording. You can even purchase a computer guitar tuner (some programs include a free computer guitar tuner) so everything you will ever need is self-contained in your rockin' pc! Some players are even recording parts, then downloading and sending these pieces of tunes to musician's half-way across the world.
The possibilities really are unlimited for the guitar player who says: "I want to connect a guitar to my pc"; he or she will be amazed at the varied and easy results they can achieve when they simply start recording guitar on a pc.
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