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Blue Icicle XLR to USB Mic Converter/Mic Preamp $59 The Icicle XLR to USB Converter/Mic Preamp lets you easily connect your favorite microphone directly to your Mac or PC. The Blue Icicle performs dual functions as an XLR to USB adapter and a studio-quality microphone preamp. It features an analog gain control and also provides 48V phantom power for condenser microphones. The Icicle converter and preamp is the quick and easy way to perform digital recording, podcasting, and voice messaging. Includes 6-ft USB cable |
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Blue Icicle Xlr To Usb Mic Converter/Mic Preamp $59 The Icicle XLR to USB Converter/Mic Preamp lets you easily connect your favorite microphone directly to your Mac or PC. The Blue Icicle performs dual functions as an XLR to USB adapter and a studio-quality microphone preamp. It features an analog gain control and also provides 48V phantom power for condenser microphones. The Icicle converter and preamp is the quick and easy way to perform digital recording, podcasting, and voice messaging. Includes 6-ft USB cableWorks with Mac or PC computersNo Special Drivers RequiredStudio Quality USB microphone preampSupplies 48V phantom power for . condenser microphonesPhantom power active lightFully balanced low noise analog front endAnalog gain control |
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Avalon V5 Microphone Preamp $1080 The Avalon V5 follows the tradition of the U5 DI box, which has been in continuous production since 1995 and is used by leading music professionals in both studio and live sound reinforcement applications.The Avalon V5 introduces a new generation of this tried and true idea, loaded with professional features including a low noise, high-gain, Pure Class A, microphone preamplifier, and a 10 mega ohm instrument DI input with zero impedance loading and a +36dB maximum input capability for active preamp-line sources like acoustic and electric guitars, bass, keyboards and synthesizers.A transformer-isolated reamping output offers multiple input-output configurations with all inputs available, including polarity reverse. Sealed silver relays provide transparent signal path routing while custom, ultra-high performance rotary switches deliver smooth gain control in accurate 2dB steps.A unique passive tone selector allows ten contours (six from the U5 tone bank) including two passive high pass filters and two vocal-instrument enhanced passive air-lift low frequency curves.Additional features include a passive low pass hiss & buzz filter, a wide range, professional analog VU meter with expanded scale -30dB to +18dB with twin peak LEDs for fast signal capture.The Avalon V5 has a truly unique feature set utilizing 100% discrete, DC coupled, Pure Class A amplifiers for Deep and Controlled Bass together with a Musical Midrange for enhanced Vocal and Instrument resolution. With reamping options, the passive TONESHAPING network and multiple output choices the Avalon V5 will continues Avalons passion and commitment to sonic excellence.Pure Class A, 100% discrete designSmooth musical detail and sonic excellenceVariable gain preamp to +30dB.Dual microphone and line outputsHi-Z 3,000,000 ohm input impedanceVery low noise -100dBHigh headroom +30dBSix tone bank selections.DC coupled Class A output for superior bassHigh cut switch eliminates noiseLED active signal indicatorHeadphone monitor output jackLow distortion less than 0.5% THD and IMDHigh level 400 watt speaker inputActive to thru selector - ground isolation switch100% discrete power supplies for audio pathInternal toroidal power supply for low noiseLong lasting, stainless steel hardware |
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Blue ROBBIE Tube Microphone Preamp $799 Elegance and simplicity are the driving forces behind Blue's design philosophy, and the ROBBIE tube premap is no exception. This Class-A discrete tube microphone and instrument preamp features the same technical build quality and commitment to excellence for which Blue is known. Yields excellent detail with extremely low noise and ultrahigh gain. The warm, robust tube gain stage is the perfect enhancement for condenser microphones. Frequency response is 10Hz to 100kHz, ±2dB. |
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Blue Robbie Tube Microphone Preamp $799 Elegance and simplicity are the driving forces behind Blue's design philosophy, and the ROBBIE tube premap is no exception. This Class-A discrete tube microphone and instrument preamp features the same technical build quality and commitment to excellence for which Blue is known. Yields excellent detail with extremely low noise and ultrahigh gain. The warm, robust tube gain stage is the perfect enhancement for condenser microphones. Frequency response is 10Hz to 100kHz, 2dB. Class-A single-channel discrete tube microphone and instrument preamplifierDiscrete, balanced components from input to outputSimple designFront panel features a large backlit gain knob and Hi-Z 1/4" instrument input Inputs: one XLR microphone, one 1/4" TS phone instrumentOutput: one XLR linePhantom power |
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Nady DMP-2 Dual Microphone Preamp $69.99 The Nady DMP-2 dual channel mic preamp works with any professional microphone and provides ultralow noise, superb transient response and transparent, distortion-free performance that is substantially better than that of stock console preamps. Includes XLR I/O jacks, Power OFF/ON/+48V Phantom Power 3-way switch, selectable integrated limiter, dual Gain controls, Power ON and dual Peak LED indicators. Rugged, lightweight, all-metal enclosure designed for maximum long life and optimum portability. Powered by 9V alkaline or NiMH battery. |
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Used Presonus Tubepre Microphone Preamp $71.89 The PreSonus TubePRE Microphone Preamp lets you add character to your signal by varying the amount of gain and tube drive. A 12AX7 tube in this single-channel mic preamp fattens your signal while dual-servo gain stages let you simultaneously output to your amp and console. Sterling specs include 10Hz-80kHz frequency response, a 94dB noise floor, and >90dB S/N ratio. Capacitor-free circuitry and wide dynamic control give you a big boost without noise. Includes 48V phantom power, phase reverse, 20dB pad, and 80Hz rumble filter. A large VU meter with a cool blue backlight keeps you informed. Balanced/unbalanced and XLR I/O give the PreSonus TubePRE flexibility. Great as a studio direct box.12AX7 and dual-servo gain stagesCapacitor-free gain stage for maximum fidelity and low noiseXLR mic and high-Z instrument inputs on back panelXLR (balanced) and 1/4" (unbalanced) outputs on back panelSupports dual output of signal10Hz-80kHz frequency response>90dB S/N ratio94dB noise floorVariable gain and tube driveGain: 3dB to +48dBTube drive: 0dB to +20dB48V phantom power-20dB pad and polarity reverse80Hz rumble filterLarge VU meter with blue backlightExternal wallmount power transformerRackmountable with optional adapter |
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Applied Microphone Technology Z1 Clip On Condenser Flute Microphone with Preamp - Regular $569 The AMT Z1 is a hardwired single microphone made for flute. The Z1 mic is the perfect choice from soft to louder playing applications. It can be used for featured soloist to miking a section of flutes. The AMT Z1 single microphone gets the most gain before feedback. The system comes with the microphone, special low mass flute clamp and preamp. The preamp uses the chip technology which contours the microphone for the most natural reproduction of sound possible. Perfect for all situations.Requires phantom power. |
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Nady Dmp-2 Dual Microphone Preamp $69.99 The Nady DMP-2 dual channel mic preamp works with any professional microphone and provides ultralow noise, superb transient response and transparent, distortion-free performance that is substantially better than that of stock console preamps. Includes XLR I/O jacks, Power OFF/ON/+48V Phantom Power 3-way switch, selectable integrated limiter, dual Gain controls, Power ON and dual Peak LED indicators. Rugged, lightweight, all-metal enclosure designed for maximum long life and optimum portability. Powered by 9V alkaline or NiMH battery. Ultra low-noise performance XLR I/O jacks, +48V phantom power 3-way switch Selectable integrated limiter Dual Gain controls Power ON and dual Peak LED indicators 9V alkaline or NiMH battery powered |
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Mxl Usb Microphone Mate Classic $49.99 The MXL USB Mic Mate is a compact low-noise analog preamp that converts 48-volt phantom powered studio mics and analog line level signals to USB for quality recording on any PC or Mac. The Mic Mate uses the best of both analog and digital technology and features a fully balanced low noise, low distortion preamp, gain plus a 3position analog gain control; a special circuit that converts the 5 volts from the USB port to a regulated 48 volts required by professional condenser microphones. The digital section features a 16 bit Delta Sigma A/D converter with a sampling of 44.1 and 48.1. The input side has a 3-pin XLR female and on the output a USB connector.The Mic Mate has robust metal construction and is pocket sized making it a perfect travel companion for a portable computer allowing broadcasters, audio engineers and recording enthusiasts to capture great sounds wherever they go with their own mics. The MXL USB Mic Mate is easy to use and eliminates the need for any mixers, preamps, expensive studio gear or special software or drivers. Just plug in your favorite microphone to the converter and the other end to the USB port on your portable or desktop computer to set your preferences and enjoy studio quality recordings.Low noise analog preampConverts line and condenser mic signals to USB3position analog gain controlConverterr that changes USB's 5 volts to 48 volts needed by condenser mics16-bit Delta Sigma A/D converter44.1 and 48.1 sampling3-pin XLR female insputUSB outputMetal construction |
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Mxl 990 Usb Powered Condenser Microphone $99.99 MXL 990 USB powered microphone opens up a new era of high quality recording direct to your portable or desktop computer. No mixers, preamps, or special studio gear required. Just plug the MXL 990 mic into your computer, set your preferences, and enjoy instant professional quality recordings. The MXL 990 USB has changed the way project studio recordings are being created. The 990 USB is a condenser microphone utilizing a 6 micron, 20mm gold-sputtered diaphragm, and has a high quality FET preamp. The MXL 990 USB mic uses the latest enhanced digital conversion techniques and is Mac and PC compatible.Includes USB cable, tripod stand, case, and stand adapter. Note: Downloadable drivers for Windows XP and Mac OSX are available from MXL at www.mxlmics.com USB powered - connects directly to a computerWindows and Macintosh compatible20mm Gold-sputtered, 6-micron diaphragmFET preamp with balanced output16-bit, 44.1kHz or 48kHzLegendary MXL sonic characteristicsIncludes USB cable and mic stand adapter, tripod stand, and caseMade with Mogami cable |
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MXL 990 USB Powered Condenser Microphone 886830141546 $75 MXL 990 USB powered microphone opens up a new era of high quality recording direct to your portable or desktop computer. No mixers, preamps, or special studio gear required. Just plug the MXL 990 mic into your computer, set your preferences, and enjoy instant professional quality recordings. The MXL 990 USB has changed the way project studio recordings are being created. The 990 USB is a condenser microphone utilizing a 6 micron, 20mm gold-sputtered diaphragm, and has a high quality FET preamp. The MXL 990 USB mic uses the latest enhanced digital conversion techniques and is Mac and PC compatible.Includes USB cable, tripod stand, case, and stand adapter. Note: Downloadable drivers for Windows XP and Mac OSX are available from MXL at www.mxlmics.com |
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MXL 990 USB Powered Condenser Microphone $149.99 MXL 990 USB powered microphone opens up a new era of high quality recording direct to your portable or desktop computer. No mixers, preamps, or special studio gear required. Just plug the MXL 990 mic into your computer, set your preferences, and enjoy instant professional quality recordings. The MXL 990 USB has changed the way project studio recordings are being created. The 990 USB is a condenser microphone utilizing a 6 micron, 20mm gold-sputtered diaphragm, and has a high quality FET preamp. The MXL 990 USB mic uses the latest enhanced digital conversion techniques and is Mac and PC compatible.Includes USB cable, tripod stand, case, and stand adapter. Note: Downloadable drivers for Windows XP and Mac OSX are available from MXL at www.mxlmics.com |
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 Sennheiser EW112P G3 Wireless Lav Camera System G Band Zoom H4n Recorder  US $699.00
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 Sennheiser EW112P G3 Wireless Lav Camera System A Band Zoom H4n Recorder US $699.00
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 APOGEE MINI ME 2 CHANNEL A D CONVERTER MIC INSTRUMENT PREAMP MICROPHONE PRE US $550.00
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 MXL USB006 Condenser Cable Professional Microphone US $22.80
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 MXL 990 USB CONDENSER MIC NR 14 DAY RETURN US $109.00
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 Sennheiser MKH 416 Short Shotgun Interference Tube Mic w Zoom H4n XLR Cable US $999.95
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 Focusrite Liquid Channel PROAUDIOSTAR US $1,599.00
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 MXL 990 USB Powered Condenser Microphone US $99.99
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 Samson Airline Micro Wireless Camera Lav Mic SystemN6 Band Zoom H4n Recorder US $449.00
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 Pyle Pro PWMA3003T 3000W Watt Hybrid Pre AMP AM FM USB W 2 Wireless Microphone US $159.99
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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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 Sennheiser EW 112P EW112P G3 Wireless Lav Mic G Band w Tascam DR 40 US $659.00
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 MXL 990 USB Powered Condenser Microphone US $49.99
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 Behringer C 1 Studio Condenser Microphone US $43.99
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 NEW BEHRINGER USB Condenser Microphone C 1U BUY IT NOW FREE SHIPPING USA US $74.88
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 MXL 990 Condenser Cable Professional Microphone w XLR cable MINT Condition US $15.50
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 Sennheiser EW122P G3 EW122 P Wireless Lav Mic G Band w Zoom H4n US $699.00
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 Sennheiser EW100ENG G3 Camera Wireless Mic Kit A Band w Zoom H4n Recorder US $899.00
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 PYLE 3000W PRE AMP AMPLIFIER DJ KARAOKE 2 MICS DUAL WIRELESS MICROPHONE SYSTEM US $198.80
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 Behringer C 1U USB Condenser Studio Microphone With Large Diaphragm US $54.99
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 Sennheiser EW 112P EW112P G3 Wireless Lav Mic A Band w Tascam DR 40 US $659.00
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 Blue Microphone Spark Condenser Mic Icicle USB Adapter NEW XLR to USB US $249.00
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 NEW BEHRINGER C1U USB CONDENSER MICROPHONE MIC AUTHORIZED DEALER US $54.99
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 New MXL USB Mic Mate Pro Microphone Mic Adapter w Gain US $99.00
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 Audio Technica AT2020 Condenser Microphone w Blue Icicle USB Mic Preamp US $115.00
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 HOME RECORDING STUDIO USB MICROPHONE PODCAST VOCALS PC US $165.00
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 MXL USB006 USB Cardioid Condenser Mic w Stand Case US $99.99
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 Tascam iM2 iPhone Microphone with Wind Muff US $89.95
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 MXL 990 USB Powered Condenser Microphone Regular 886830328336 US $75.00
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 OSP USB Dynamic Cardiod Microphone Pod Casting US $69.99
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 MXL USB Mic Mate Classic US $49.99
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 Marshall MXL Mic Mate Dynamic USB Interface PreAmp New US $55.00
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 Marshall Electronics MXLUSB006 Cardioid Condenser USB Mic Kit US $120.40
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 Behringer Podcast Studio USB US $129.99
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 ART VOICE CHANNEL Microphone Preamp Channel Strip with Digital Outs NEW US $439.00
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![New MXL USBMic Mate Classic Universal Studio Microphone USB Interface 3531]](http://www.paleroom.com/images/e/380441673853_0.jpg) New MXL USBMic Mate Classic Universal Studio Microphone USB Interface 3531] US $57.99
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 Pyle Pro Wireless Microphone US $231.99
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 IK Multimedia ARC Advanced Room Correction System Plugin Microphone Mac PC US $199.00
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 MARSHALL MXL USB006 USB MXLUSB006 MICROPHONE NEW US $119.99
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 CAD U37 USB Computer Condenser Podcast Microphone Kit US $69.00
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 MXL MXL 990 USB Powered Condenser Microphone US $149.99
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 Tascam iM2 Stereo Microphone iPhone Mic US $79.99
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 PYLE PRO PWMA1003T 1000 WATT HYBRID PRE AMPLIFIER WIRELESS MICROPHONE SYSTEM US $167.68
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 AKG C 414 C414 XLII ST Condenser Microphones Stereo Set w Zoom H4n XLR Cables US $2,199.00
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 MXL MXL V88 Large Diaphragm Condenser Mic US $199.00
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 Samson Audio C 03 UCW Condenser Microphone w Cakewalk US $149.00
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 ART Voice Channel VOICECHANNEL PROAUDIOSTAR US $359.00
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 MXL USB 006 Powered Condenser Microphone US $99.95
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 Samson USB Dynamic Microphone W Cakewalk Software Q1UCW US $76.95
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 On Stage Microphone Mic Boom Stand MS7701B Metal Black Brand NEW US $31.95
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MXL MICMATEC XLR To USB Preamp for Condenser Microphones List Price: $79.95 Sale Price: Too low to display Used From: $24.00  |
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This pocket-sized device features a 16-bit Delta Sigma A/D converter with a sampling rate of 44.1 and 48.0 kHz. The Mic Mate™ also provides 48V Phantom power to condenser mics directly from your computer's USB port. |
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Blue Microphones Icicle XLR to USB Mic Converter/Mic Preamp List Price: $59.00 Sale Price: Too low to display Used From: $47.89 |
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The Icicle is Blue's new stylish USB converter and mic preamp combo that allows you to connect any XLR microphone directly into your computer via USB. The Icicle features a studio quality microphone preamp, 48V phantom power, fully balanced low noise front end, analog gain control, and driverless operation... |
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ART Tube MP USB Project Series Tube Microphone Preamp With USB List Price: $129.00 Sale Price: $83.99 Used From: $74.95 |
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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 audio inputs to digital audio workstations as well as standard analog devices... |
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Blue Microphones Yeti Pro USB Condenser Microphone, Multipattern. List Price: $249.00 Sale Price: Too low to display Used From: $186.75 |
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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 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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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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ART Tube MP Project Series Microphone Preamp List Price: $89.00 Sale Price: $56.99 Used From: $45.44 |
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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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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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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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MXL 990 USB Powered Condenser Microphone List Price: $249.99 Sale Price: $99.99 Used From: $99.98 |
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MXL 990 USB powered microphone opens up a new era of high quality recording direct to your portable or desktop computer. No mixers, preamps, or special studio gear required. Just plug the MXL 990 mic into your computer, set your preferences, and enjoy instant professional quality recordings... |
Build Your Own Recording Studio
Building a music room or recording studio in your home can be a great investment to increase the value of your home, even if you aren't a musician.
Whether you are a musician, aspiring to be one or just have an appreciation of the art, building a recording studio or music room can be a rewarding experience…and a sound investment. A word of warning though, go about it slowly. Certain parts of your home studio will be easier to upgrade over time than others, so plan out what you're going to do before you start hanging foam and running cables.
For home studios you don't have to buy huge mixing consoles, expensive multi-track recorders, outboard processors, D-to-A converters or any of that other gear that you may not be unaware of anyway. These days you can scrimp down on those major expenses and focus on these main components: software, computers, interfaces, microphones and soundproofing.
Digital Audio Workstations, or DAWs, are recording software that get rid of the need for outboard mixing consoles. DAW's have the least impact on the final sound of your recordings but they are the component you will interact with the most, so ease of use is your primary concern. Pro-Tools by Avid is the industry standard but it is the least intuitive and the most proprietary, not to mention the most expensive. Other options like Cubase by Steinburg, Sonar by Cakewalk, and Logic by Apple have the same features as ProTools but tend to be easier to use. Demo versions of all of these programs are available online so feel free to try before you buy.
Computers for a home studio have to have good processing speed and LOTS of memory. There are a lot of opinions about weather PCs or Macs make better platforms for a home studio. The PC is upgradeable, but the Mac is not, so you can save on the purchase with the PC and the upgrades as opposed to having to buy another Mac with a bigger hard drive. However with Macs, you don't have to worry about viruses and worms like you do with a PC. Once again I think this comes down to ease of use. The best guideline is to work with what you know.
The sound interface converts the analog signal from a microphone and instrument cable into digital information that your computer records. Most interfaces can plug into your computer via USB but some require you to install a dedicated sound card. With interfaces you want to consider how you are going to use it. If you want to do a lot of live recording then you need an interface with lots of inputs. If you are going to go record one instrument at a time then you only need one or two inputs. Avid, Presonus and MOTU offer larger and smaller options and recording forums all over the internet are replete with suggestions as to which are the best.
Microphones are important because they impact how faithfully you capture sounds. Condenser mics are good for recording quieter sounds like acoustic instruments and vocals while dynamic microphones are better for louder sounds like guitar amps and drums. Companies like Sure, MXL, and AUDIX have microphones that range from cheap to absurd. It's okay to start out with cheaper mics but the general rule of thumb with mics is you get what you pay for, so be prepared to upgrade as you go.
Acoustic treatment has a huge impact on both the sound of your studio and the ambiance as well. Reverberant sound waves are a home studios number one enemy so you want to make it impossible for sound waves to bounce directly off flat surfaces, like walls, windows and ceilings. The best plan is to use a combination of absorption and diffusion. Diffusers redirect sound waves and are a useful way to keep some of your room's natural ambiance. And they look really cool, too; most of them remind me of that opera house in Australia. Absorbers do just that: they absorb sound waves. You can choose sound foam (which kind of looks like space age egg cartons), acoustic panels or baffles (glorified blankets); they all accomplish more or less the same thing so your choice should be based on your budget and the overall look you are going for. Just remember that acoustic treatment is difficult to hang, so be certain of your choices and placement before you start.
A home recording studio can be a great project to take on after you have finished decking out your home entertainment system. Building your recording studio in your home will take a little time, but it will be worth it when you can record your own music and spare yourself from paying someone else an outrageous amount of money to record something that you "might" like.
About the Author
Jeanine is a dedicated gardener, DIY-er, and writer. She writes about home improvement, decor, landscaping, and crafting among other things. She enjoys restoring old homes and gardening. She lives outside of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania with her husband and three daughters. Check out her home improvement blog