does it make any difference by using a preamp

[jungkang]

Does it make any difference to use a preamp for a dynamic mic since the mic doesn't need a higher powered voltage???? Other than the power I am talking about, does a premap make a better sound, filter the unwanted noise, or change the tone to a sound from a dynamic mic?

 

[Track Rat]

With few exceptions, all mics require a pre amp. I think you're confusing phantom power required be condesor mics.The voltage generated by most all mics needs to be amplified to a usable level for mixers/recorders.

 

[Gidge]

Im still not completely sure why you are asking, but a good preamp does give a better sound and a better tone with a better dynamic range......

 

[darrin_h2000]

It helps but you can get away without it if you dont care about the sound.

 

[db51]

Computer recording??

If by 'no preamp' you mean plugging your mic straight into the 'mic in' on a soundblaster soundcard, you'd really be a lot better off with a real preamp than the cheap built-in preamp on the SB.

 

[frank_1]

Hell yeah you need a preamp. Some cheapies are the Art MP (1 channel, $99), and the PreSonus Blue Tube (2 channel, $160). The Blue Tube gives you better bang-for-buck because of the one extra channel @ $20 cheaper.

LooK...

 

[darrin_h2000]

By the way how did you sneak that large of an avitar on this? I tried one that was only like 4 pixels bigger than 60x60 and the system would not allow it.