looking to boost volume of vocals

[eskkes]

I have just starting recording on my home computer,
I use a terratec phase88 recording device and I own a Shure SM57.
The Problem is..I record by Plugging the mic into the phase88 which is connected to my computer.
I cannot amplify the sound alot and I am looking for a device to allow me to give the input more volume.
Does anyone know any products or have any suggestions?
Thanks for any help in advance!

 

[travelin travis]

you need a mic preamp. mic > preamp > phase88

 

[eskkes]

thanks for the reply,
is there any preamps you would recommend?
I'm just recording at home.

 

[travelin travis]

How much do you have to spend on one? The M-Audio DMP3 and Studio Projects VTB1 are popular budget preamp choices around here.

On the ultra cheap side ($80), an M-Audio Audiobuddy is good. It makes a good di box too. Only thing I could bitch about with this one is that the phantom power is'nt a full 48v, which may be a problem with some condensor mics. There is also the mixer option. You could get one of this little cheapo behringer mixers that should work fine.