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Rolls MP13 Mini-Mic Preamp

BH #ROMP13 • MFR #MP13
 17 reviews
Rolls MP13 Mini-Mic Preamp
Key Features
  • Single-Channel Design
  • 3.5mm and XLR Inputs
  • 1/4" and XLR Outputs
  • Single Gain Control with Clip Indicator
The Rolls MP13 Mini-Mic Preamp is a single-channel microphone preamp that is designed to provide a small and simple solution for a variety of applications. The unit sports 3.5mm and XLR inputs, XLR and 1/4" outputs, and a single gain control with a clip indicator. Phantom powering (+24V) is included for use with a condenser microphone. The 1/4" output is specially designed for use as either a mono unbalanced output or a stereo headphone output.
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Rolls MP13 Overview

The Rolls MP13 Mini-Mic Preamp is a single-channel microphone preamp that is designed to provide a small and simple solution for a variety of applications. The unit sports 3.5mm and XLR inputs, XLR and 1/4" outputs, and a single gain control with a clip indicator. Phantom powering (+24V) is included for use with a condenser microphone. The 1/4" output is specially designed for use as either a mono unbalanced output or a stereo headphone output.

A simple and economic single-channel microphone preamp
3.5mm and XLR inputs with a single gain control and clip indication
1/4" and XLR outputs
Provides +24V Phantom Power for condenser microphones
Output designed for mono or stereo applications
UPC: 675889000139

Rolls MP13 Specs

Number of Channels
1
Inputs
XLR Microphone
3.5 mm Unbalanced
Output
1 x XLR Balanced
1 x 1/4" (Doubles as an Unbalanced Output or Headphone Output)
Phantom Power
+24V
Multi Function
No
Gain Range
60 dB XLR, 54 dB 1/4"
Phase Shift
<10° 20 Hz to 20 kHz
Input Impedance
10 Kilohms Balanced, Unbalanced (Maximum)
Input Level
+4 dBv XLR Balanced, +10 dBV Unbalanced
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)
<0.01%
CMRR
>80 dB
Maximum Output Level
Not Specified by Manufacturer
Frequency Response
Not Specified by Manufacturer
Noise
EIN: -108 dB
Dimensions
3.4 x 4.2 x 1.4" / 8.6 x 10.7 x 3.6 cm
Weight
1 lb / 450 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.08 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
7.25 x 4.8 x 2.55"

Rolls MP13 Reviews

Perfect Preamp for Black Magic Web Presenter

By Gerald
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-09-20

The Black Magic Web Presenter box has a XLR input and it works great. If you have a Dynamic Mike you have 60db of gain on the XLR input. The above Rolls Preamp provides two great upgrades for the Black Magic Web Presenter XLR Microphone input. 1. The MP13 easily provides 50db of clean, preamp gain. 2. The MP13 provides Phantom Power for Capacitive Microphones 3. It's a Green LED for Power and a Red LED for audio Clipping

This one is amazing and best quality!

By Bagavathikan
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2021-12-04

Whatever I was looking for in this unit worked great. I would recommend it!

works well

By Alan
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2020-11-17

does the job with plenty of extra gain available

Nice simple preamp

By Patrick
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2020-06-26

Lots of gain, no noise problems, works as expected for a great price.

Used for Heil Microphone to Icom radio

By William
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2020-05-20

I am a ham radio operator. The Heil PR781 needed some amplification to work with the Icom IC-7300 radio. I used at the lowest setting and it works great.

noisy but Okay

By Don
Rated 3 out of 5
Date: 2019-08-26

Does the job that I need but I needed great quality sound this is not it.

Mic 2 mini preamp

By Juanita
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-04-27

For me I found this Preamp far to weak to be at the end of the chain, Most best right after mic or if you need a little mic boast else were, if you go 1/3 up in gain it will clip depends on vocal artist style, but all in all, a great little mic that took some pressure of the second preamp which is what I brought it for to begin with, an for that it gets a FIVE STAR!!!

Mic 2 mini preamp

By Juanita
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-04-27

For me I found this Preamp far to weak to be at the end of the chain, Most best right after mic or if you need a little mic boast else were, if you go 1/3 up in gain it will clip depends on vocal artist style, but all in all, a great little mic that took some pressure of the second preamp which is what I brought it for to begin with, an for that it gets a FIVE STAR!!!

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can this be repurposed and used to pre amp a playback tape head? i know this is unconventional but i just need it to work. HELP!
Asked by: osheen
The Rolls MP13 is a mic preamp so it is designed to receive a mic level signal but the output from the playback tape head is a line level signal. It could work, as long as you can control the output level from the tape head so it does not overload the input of the preamp, unless that is the desired effect that you wish to achieve.
Answered by: Lisa
Date published: 2021-10-31

question

How much power does this draw?
Asked by: Anonymous
The issue is can it run off a battery for field interviews away from AC power. 14V input is a drag, if it was 12v you have a lot of battery choices, with 14V you have to build a custom battery pack. Ugh.
Answered by: Barton S.
Date published: 2018-08-27

Will this boost an XLR signal a further distance? ...

Will this boost an XLR signal a further distance? I have a cable run of ~250ft and am trying to assure that I don't lose a signal.
Asked by: Chris
The Rolls Mini-Mic Preamp is not really designed for boosting signal on a long cable run. For ~250 feet, you should use high quality shielded audio cables to avoid signal loss and if you do need to increase the gain without adding noise, you might want to try the Cloud Microphones Cloudlifter CL-1 Mic Activator (B&amp;H # CLCL1) which improves signal-to-noise ratio and improves the performance of passive microphone signals by driving stronger, cleaner signals over longer XLR cable runs.
Answered by: Lisa
Date published: 2020-11-22

Does this come with a power adapter? If so, can ...

Does this come with a power adapter? If so, can it work for 110v to 220v?
Asked by: Bagavathikan
Yes, the Rolls MP13 Mini-Mic Preamp includes the Rolls PS27s 15 Vdc 500ma 100-240VAC power adapter.
Answered by: Matt Z
Date published: 2021-12-01

I have just realised that these are incopatible ...

I have just realised that these are incopatible with my Klark Teknick CT1 Mic Booster as the CT1 requires 48V phantom power and the Rolls MP13 provides 24V. Can you recommend a quiet, affordable alternative?
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Answered by: Mark
Date published: 2021-05-31

Will this preamp boost an XLR signal a further ...

Will this preamp boost an XLR signal a further distance than without using it? I have to cover a distance of ~300ft and am trying to assure no loss of signal.
Asked by: Chris
The Rolls Mini-Mic Preamp is not really designed for boosting signal on a long cable run. For 300 feet, you should use high quality shielded audio cables to avoid signal loss and if you do need to increase the gain without adding noise, you might want to try the Cloud Microphones Cloudlifter CL-1 Mic Activator (B&amp;H # CLCL1) which improves signal-to-noise ratio and improves the performance of passive microphone signals by driving stronger, cleaner signals over longer XLR cable runs.
Answered by: Lisa
Date published: 2020-10-22

question

Will this work to power and amplify a condenser mic fed into a 3-way line splitter, specifically a Whirlwind SP1X3LL?
Asked by: Cameron
The Rolls MP13 is able to power a condenser mic and the output can be connected to a splitter such as the Whirlwind SP1X3LL. The MP13 however only offers 36v of phantom power and would not be recommended for mics who require a full 48v. Many mics are able to operate at a range of voltages from 9v - 52v and you should check your mics requirements before purchase.
Answered by: Jeff P.
Date published: 2018-08-27

Does this provide &quot;plug in&quot; power to the 3.5mm ...

Does this provide &quot;plug in&quot; power to the 3.5mm input jack?
Asked by: Benedict
Please ignore my previous answer.. The plug-in-power IS applied to the 3.5 mm input, and phantom power is applied to the XLR input. This is really great !!!!
Answered by: Bagavathikan
Date published: 2021-12-01
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