Micpreamp necessary?

[quarx]

Hi,

I just bought a RME HDSP and now I have some money left. But not too much. Could you please tell me, what would happen if I plugged a dynamic microphone directly into RME's analog-in? Would there be any sound, what quality... Or do I necessarily need also a mic preamp? The problem is I don't have enough money to buy both, the mic and the preamp... Is it possible to achieve some results only with a mic plugged directly into RME or should I also have a preamp?

Thanx,
JK

 

[Strave]

You need a preamp. If you don't have enough money for both save up... there is always something cheaper if you have to record right now.

 

[Rick Shepherd]

Yes, a preamp in essential. And yes, they can be very pricey, but you won't regret saving up for one.

 

[astoebe]

you can get an inexpensive preamp for the time being, then sell it and buy a nice one later on. An inexpensive one can be bought that is fairly noise free....It might not have the most beautiful tone, but it will do fine...