Microphone Preamps
Behringer ULTRAGAIN ADA8200 High-Quality 8x8 ADAT Audio Interface with Midas Mic Preamps
- 8 Channels of AD and DA Conversion
- 8 Midas-Designed Microphone Preamps
- Cirrus Logic 24-Bit Converters
- 48 and 44.1 kHz Sample Rate
ART USB Dual Pre USB 1.1 Digital Audio Interface with Dual Microphone Preamps
- 2 Input/2 Output
- Phantom Power
- 3 Powering Options
- Mac OS & Windows Compatible
Rolls DU30b Audio Ducker with Microphone Preamp
- For Small Clubs/Restaurants/Stores
- For Voice Paging over Backgrounds
- Easy to Use
- 2 RCA Inputs for Music
Polsen MP60 Microphone Preamp
- For Recording, Streaming, Performance
- Compact Single-Channel Microphone Preamp
- Provides up to 60 dB of Clean Gain
- 48V Phantom Power Button for Mics
Rolls MP13 Mini-Mic Preamp
- Single-Channel Design
- 3.5mm and XLR Inputs
- 1/4" and XLR Outputs
- Single Gain Control with Clip Indicator
Behringer ULTRAGAIN MIC300 Desktop Vacuum Tube Preamplifier with Limiter
- Tube Preamp for Mics, Instruments, Line
- 12AX7 Vacuum Tube for Warmth & Low Noise
- Use as DI for Excellent Transparency
- XLR and 1/4" Inputs and Outputs
RDL STM-2 Adjustable-Gain Microphone Preamplifier
- Commercial Sound, Broadcast, Recording.
- Mic Input to 2 Line Outputs
- Low-Noise Mic Preamp
- Gain Adjustment: 35 to 65 dB
Universal Audio Apollo e1x Remote-Controllable Unison Preamp with Dante
- Expand Apollo x16D
- Single-Channel Mic/Line Preamp
- Use with Any Dante Network
- Power-Over-Ethernet (PoE)
Heritage Audio Lang Silverr 47 Dual-Channel Tube Microphone Preamplifier
- Dual All-Tube Mic Preamp Design
- Based on Iconic 1960s Circuit
- NOS 6AU6 and JJ E88CC Tubes
- Custom Input/Output Transformers
ART Tube MP Preamplifier
- Single-Channel Tube-Based
- Hand-Selected 12AX7A Vacuum Tube
- Variable Input & Output Gain Control
- Ideal as a Tube DI Box
RDL STM-1 Microphone Preamplifier
- High or Low Impedance Input Mic Preamp
- Fixed 50 dB Gain for Consistency
- Balanced or Unbalanced Output
- +24V Phantom Power
RDL EZ-MPA1 - Microphone Preamp
RDL STM-3 High-Gain Microphone Preamplifier
- Low-Noise, High-Gain Mic Preamp
- Adjustable Output Levels
- High- or Low-Impedance Mic Inputs
- Mic Input to Line Outputs
Black Lion Audio Auteur DT Single-Channel Desktop Preamp/DI Box
- Console-Vibe Desktop Preamp/DI Box
- 60 dB of Chicago Console-Style Gain
- USA-Made Output Transformer
- Balanced XLR Microphone Input
ART Pro MPA III Multivoice Tube Preamplifier
- Two-Channel Preamp
- Voice Switch: Tube or Solid State
- Character Switch: Enhances Lows & Highs
- Increaser Variable Impedance Range
TASCAM SERIES 8p Dyna 8-Channel Mic Preamp with Built-In Analog Compressor and Digital I/O
- Mic, Instrument & Line Inputs
- For Recording or Live Use
- 8 x Mic Preamps with Analog Compression
- Selectable +48V Phantom Power
API AUDIO 512c 500-Series Mic/Line/Instrument Preamp Module
- Up to 65 dB of Clean Gain
- Front- and Back-Panel Mic Inputs
- 45 dB of Gain for Line/Instrument Preamp
- Separate XLR 3-Pin and 1/4" Hi-Z Inputs
Black Lion Audio Auteur Quad2 4-Channel Microphone Preamp
- Mic/Line/DI Preamp for Studios
- American-Style Input, British-Style Out
- US-Made Cinemag Output Transformers
- Four XLR Mic and 1/4" Hi-Z Inputs
Focusrite Clarett+ OctoPre Eight-Channel Preamp with 24-Bit / 192 kHz Conversion and ADAT I/O
- Adds 8 Mic Pres to Existing Interfaces
- Adds 8 Line Outs to Existing Interfaces
- Classic Focusrite Analog Air (ISA 110)
- 24-Bit / 192 kHz AD/DA
API AUDIO 512v 500-Series Mic/Line/Instrument Preamp and DI Module
- Up to 65 dB of Clean Gain
- Variable Output Level Control
- 3:1 Output Transformer Tap Selection
- Front and Back Panel Mic Inputs
Warm Audio WA-412 4-Channel Microphone Pre-Amp with DI
- Mic & Instrument Inputs
- Up to 65 dB of Gain
- Output Gain Attenuator
- Transformer Balanced XLR & TRS Outputs
BAE Audio 1073MP Microphone Pre-Amplifier (With Power Supply)
- 0 to 71 dB of Gain
- All Class-A Transformer-Coupled Design
- Based on 1073 Equalizer
- High-Impedance DI for Guitar and Synth
LAKE PEOPLE MIC-AMP F311-Q 4-Channel Microphone Preamp
- Professional Rackmounted Studio Preamp
- Four Balanced XLR Inputs
- Four Balanced XLR Outputs
- Four Unbalanced RCA Outputs
Universal Audio 4-710D - Tone Blending Twin-Finity Microphone Preamp and DI
- 4 Channel
- Dual-Path
- 1176-Style Compressor per Channel
- Send/Return Inserts
API AUDIO 3122V 2-Channel Microphone Preamp Module
- Up to 68 dB of Clean Gain
- Variable Output Control
- Fixed 50 Hz High-Pass Filter
- Switchable Front or Rear XLR Inputs
Solid State Logic PURE DRIVE OCTO 8-Channel Preamplifier
- 8 SuperAnalog PureDrive Mic Preamps
- Up to 192 kHz / 32-Bit Conversion
- Up to +65 dB of Stepped Gain Control
- 31-Step Trim Control
API AUDIO 3124V 4-Channel Microphone Preamp
- 4 Channels of Classic API Mic Pre
- Up to 65 dB of Clean Gain
- Variable Output Level Control
- Gain, Pan, Level, Aux Return per Channel
RME 12Mic-D Network-Ready Microphone Preamp with Dante, ADAT, and MADI
- 12 Mic/Line Inputs with 75 dB Gain
- 4 TRS/XLR Inputs + 8 XLR Inputs
- Integrated MADI and Dante Connections
- Remote and Front-Panel Control
Microphone Preamps (XLR Preamplifiers)
Microphone preamps use special circuits to amplify low signal levels up to the standard operating level of your recording equipment. Preamps prepare your microphone signal for processing by various recording devices. Many computer audio interfaces and systems have internalized preamplifier circuits, but you can also use a dedicated external preamp. Microphone signals are usually below nominal operating levels, so mics benefit considerably from the added gain provided by preamps.
Benefits of Using a Microphone Preamp
A dedicated external microphone preamp can boost the sound quality of your recordings considerably. You can add high levels of gain while maintaining crystal clear sound. Preamps can reduce noise levels, helping you achieve a clean, professional sound. Depending on the type of preamp you choose, you can customize the sound of your vocal recording if you need vintage or distorted sound.
Types of Microphone Preamps
Before deciding on your mic preamp take a look at the different types available, to ensure you choose the right one for your needs.
Stereo Tube Preamps
Tube preamps feature glass tubes, and use transformers to help voltage drive your sound. They offer a richer midrange, greater texture, and excellent realism.
Solid-State Preamps
Solid-state preamps use transistors to boost your mic signal to a voltage level that your amps can magnify, offering greater detail and faster sound.
Multichannel Preamps
While single and dual-channel preamps are ideal for recording with one or two mics at a time, multichannel preamps are necessary if you're building a professional studio, as they enable you to record with many mics at the same time.
Using Preamps for Instruments
You can use preamps for a variety of musical instruments. Guitar preamps often take the form of pedals, and can be used to achieve different EQ points and adjust your pre-gain tone. Using a preamp pedal also provides you with consistency if you switch guitars or travel from venue to venue.
If you like to play vinyl records, you can also use a preamp to significantly boost the sound quality of your turntable. Turntable preamps can increase sound levels for a more accurate and detailed representation of your favorite music.
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