Hey, I realize the R121 needs plenty 'o' juice to be happy.

I've been pairing it with an AMEK 9098 pre/eq (up to 72db gain).

I've noticed w/drums & loud guitars (if up there in volume) I don't need the higher gain so much.

Need a valve dual channel mic preamp. My options :
- D.W.Fearn VT-2
- EAR 824M
- Requisite Audio Y7s
- Universal Audio 2-610
Need it for vocals (Neumann U87) and acoustic piano (with ribbon mics like Royer SF-12).
Your opinions will be appreciated

Hey everyone,

I just picked this pre up and it seems everything I run through it is distorted.There are no input or output adjustments on it, so I guess I'm stuck with one level, but do I need a pad after the mic, before the pre?
If so, which one is transparent enough(model numbers please).
Also, has anyone else used this pre before?
Any applications where it excels?

I currently do not have a good mic preamp. I was wanting some ideas on what to get started with for around $1500. The only thing I've found so far is a Manley mono unit for around $1300. What is thought about this unit? What would be better. Keep in mind that whatever I get will be my "go to" box for a few months at least. I am looking to send Snare, Acc Guitar, and vocals through it.

hey folks-

first off, if this is too 'off-thread' for the DAW world post, my apologies. .

i'm wanting to improve the overall quality of audio going to my DAW. while everything right now is squeaky clean, it just sounds soul-less (and no, it's not the music that's the problem! :p ).
the main signal path is: