
antispatula
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I just recorded an entire album with my mackie cr1604's pres. Time for a major upgrade. Any suggestions would be great. I want a USED preamp, hopefully around the 1,500 range. Thanks.
Kasey said:the API clones people seem to like even better than the real API pres
SonicAlbert said:You do NOT have to buy used in that price range, there are some great two channel preamps between $1,500 and 2,000. Here's a few to consider with street prices in that range:
Neve Portico 5012
Millenia HV-3C
John Hardy M-2
Presonus ADL 600
Grace 201
Speck MicPre 5.0 (pair)
Or as has been mentioned, an API rack with preamp modules. One I would consider for that setup is the Purple "BIZ" preamp.
Any of these is a huge upgrade over the Mackie preamps you've been using.
Yup! That would be my recommendation!mrbowes said:A-Designs Pacifica or Great River ME-2NV. I've used both of these units and they are very versatile and will work well recording anything.
antispatula said:hey thanks for the advice guys, I think I'm leaning towards the neve portico. It's 2 channels and it's right in my price range!
Ford Van said:I got to use an Amek Pure Path unit a while back, and I gotta say it was one of the most impressive sounding units I have ever heard, and I have heard a LOT of high end pre's! I tried several different mics on vocal, acoustic guitar, and electric guitar, and it simply sounded YUMMY no matter what went through it!
That will be my big dollar preamp purchase in the future! Nothing else will do!
MCI2424 said:Good direction to lean. Nice pre-amp. I might have to get one myself as I have used one and really like it.