I'm looking at these two pre's (as are a lot of folks here, I presume, because of the price). I have a behringer mixer that I'm happy with (price vs. performance). The only real negative I've experienced with the Behringer pre's is that when I turn up the gain they are very harsh and noisy. This is not a problem close-micing (guitar, vocals, AT4033, Marshall 603) but as the mic-source distance increases it becomes noticeable. I don't expect Avalon quality for $100, but I would like to know if $100 will give me the improvement that I need.
Muzeman - how do you mic that guitar? Do you back the mic 3-6 feet away? Does the pre sound like a train going by when you crank uo the gain?
Tom - can you comment, or will the spec's speak for themselves? I'll take a copy, if you'll be so kind.
Anyone else with any info, I' be very grateful.