Leaving microphones plugged into interface

[swayofpendulums]

Often I will leave my recording interface on while I'm away from the computer or out for a period of time, and sometimes over night. I'm confident this isn't an issue, unless of course there is a storm outside - in this case I would turn it off to avoid a possible surge.

My question is whether or not it is a big deal if my microphones remain plugged into my interface while not in use. Often what I will do if i'm away from the interface or not using it, I will turn the gain all the way down on the channels with microphones plugged in. If i have microphones plugged into my first two inputs, which correspond to the front instrument inputs as well (m-audio profire 2626) I will toggle the front intrument panels which have nothing plugged in, to active.

thanks,

Joe

 

[razork222]

If the mic is a P.O.S. (cheap mic), then it's fine. However for decent condensers, you'd be better off putting them away in their case to keep them safe from things like moisture, heat and dust.

 

[Waffleness]

If this is your biggest problem in recording your own music, then I am very jelous...

I leave things turned on and plugged in. Normally its only my sm57 thats left live, as they are built like tanks. Anything that requires phantom or any condensors I would stick in a box.

 

[mixsit]

Just cover them in a simi-loose fitting plastic bag. (You want to keep dust away but not so tight moisture is trapped.

 

[suprstar]

I NEVER turn off my PC or interface. I leave it on 24/7 with all the mics and DI stuff and everything plugged in. I never even touch any levels or anything, never have any problems.