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stoctony
New member
Can someone please tell me what a Mic Preamp/Voice Processor will do for me. I do alot of solo acoustic. Is this something I should look into getting??
Thanks in Advance!
Thanks in Advance!
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notbradsohner
Compression Addict
the voice processor is probably built into the preamp, like a behringer, or else they are two seperate units. The preamp will boost your mic signal, and give it warmth. But the vocal processor can add things like chorus, filters, etc. If you are going computer based, I would say to just go with a preamp, then add effects later, but if you are staying in a standalone multitracker, the processer might be something to look into.
noisedude
New member
Need to know what mic/mics you're using and onto what. For example, if you're using a computer you may find most of the post-pre processing (mouthful!) you want can be done in the box, and to a higher quality level than a cheap piece of gear.
I'd suggest reading the mic FAQ for some preamp suggestions.
I'd suggest reading the mic FAQ for some preamp suggestions.
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chessrock
Banned
notbradsohner said:
noisedude
New member
Come ChessmasterR. Tell us why it's funny. Most of us know anyway but a sarcastic laugh doesn't endear you to a newbie ....
Ahem, sorry.
Ahem, sorry.
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chessrock
Banned
Hey man, I've learned my lesson. I'm pleading the 5th.
Purge
Traitorous Usurper
I really like the warmth of the 5th amendment.
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chessrock
Banned
Yea, the Bill of Rights really turns me on, too. Gets me all hot & bothered.
Better than Penthouse Forum.
Better than Penthouse Forum.
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Big Kenny
New member
In other words, don't say warmth unless you are talking about a plutonic relationship with a used car salesman (not that there's anything wrong with it)
In His Name
BK
In His Name
BK
noisedude
New member
i prefer platonic to plutonic. one means what you meant, the other sounds like a nuclear meltdown
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tdukex
Man of the Muse
I thought Pluto was, like, really really cold...
...and it has gas.
...and it has gas.
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tdukex
Man of the Muse
stoctony said:
A preamp brings mic level and instrument level signals up to line level so the signal can be used by other electronic gear. You should buy the best microphones and the best preamp you can afford.
IMO the items in the recording signal chain, in order of importance, are:
The player
The instrument
The mic
The preamp
The AD converter (soundcard for computer-based setups)
The recording medium (computer, cassette, mini disc, etc.)
Effects are the last thing I worry about, although they are important.
The monitoring signal chain, equally important, is another topic.
darrin_h2000
Banned
Ergo this hobby is going to bankrupt you so try fly fishing or something.
noisedude
New member
agreed. get out while you can!
