I have a question about using the high-z inputs on my board. I currently use a Mackie Onyx 1620 which has 8 mic preamps and then 4, 1/4" stereo channels.

A channel stip has a preamp, EQ and Compressor,but would it be better to spend more money on just a preamp. I'm only really looking for one channel which is what i'll use to record vocals. R & B type of stuff.

I don't mean to be a pest with all my questions, but I really appreciate all the great/useful answers I have received from you all recently!

I am starting to record audio books. I have a PR40 and a laptop and a very good sound room ready to go. From other users' comments, I now know that I need to get a good preamp for my recordings.

I currently use an Optopre. Its great. I like th compressor But wish I had a phase on each channel. Im thinking of trading it in for a Mackie. What experience does any one have.
Used for drums mostly. Running along with M-Audio project mix into Pro Tools.

Hi all!

I just bought a micpreamp -PreSonus Tubepre- & I need to connect it on the same USA-EU transformer (they are US models connected on a European plug) of the one which is used to connect a Mackie VLZ 1202.

it makes a kind of buzz/noise which is more than annoying for my voice recordings.

Any ideas to solve this?

Thanks for your answers!

Hey - I am interested in learning about the internal workings of mic preamp amps. Obviously, one of the best ways to do this is to build one from scratch. after i get comfortable, i want my final project to be a stereo pre. what kind of things really make or break a mic preamp?

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I'm looking for a stereo (2 channel) preamp. I want to mainly use it for vocals, but also for drum overheads. I'm looking to spend 1,000 to 2,000, and do not care if its used, off ebay, etc. I just want to most I can get for the price I can afford. I'd love a Manley because I have used them in school, but.. thats a couple thousand out of my price range. Any suggestions.

I know the UA topic may be overdone at this point, but I have a few questions regarding their equipment and your personal experience with UA gear. I don't have a lot of bucks but I'm looking for a mid to high-end mic preamp, with vintage sound and colour for about $1600. The Putnam designs have always excited me, and some of my favorite records were recorded with the 610 console.

I recently purchased a digi 002, and am working towards creating a small demo quality home studio. What mic preamps and compressors are out there that yield the most bang for the buck?