Preamp or Impedence Converter?

[Mudluscious]

Hi everyone,

I've been struggling with this problem for a while now. I'm hoping to order Digidesign's Digi001, but it only has 2 mic pres on it, but 8 of the 1/4" analogue inputs. I'm basically looking for a way to record from 6 mics simulataneously (for my drums) without buying a mixer, if possible.

First of all, is it possible to buy those $20 xlr to 1/4" impedence adapters and go from mic > adapter > analogue 1/4" in on the deck? I don't think this will work, but I'll throw it out there...

Secondly, if I need a preamp, can I get one cheaply that has 6 xlr mic pres, and 6 1/4" outs?

I hope someone can decomplicate my life...

Thanx a lot

Nick

 

[Track Rat]

I have the same system my friend and you need a mixer or stand alone mic pre's. A small Mackie or a Berringer with channel inserts that can be utilized as direct outs is the order of the day. The high to lo Z adapters won't cut it at all.

 

[kristian]

get get one of the mackie 1604 or the next one down with 10 pre amps or something.. or well maybe the one with 6 or 4 i cant remember.. the VLZ ones. they are good.

 

[Mudluscious]

Thanx for your help guys! I will check them out.

Track Rat: was the Digi 001 everything you expected?

 

[Track Rat]

Absolutly. It's VERY cool.

 

[Guest]

The Layla 24/96 smokes the Digi out take a look. http://www.echoaudio.com Works with NT now as well ;-) and has optical.

 

[Track Rat]

Doubtless its a nice piece of gear but I don't see where it smokes it.

 

[virtual.ray]

Dear Mud,the name of the 6 XLR preamp Mackie is 1402VLZ(old) or 1402 VLZ Pro(new).Cheers!

 

[Mudluscious]

Thanx guys, this is great!

checked out Layla, and it looks pretty slick too. Mackie pre looks very appealing...

The help is appreciated!

 

[Spider]

Behringer MX2642A , ia a 16 channel mixer , 4 bus , 8 direct outs as well as 8 inserts...plus its quite affordable.about $1500 AUS..dont know what that is american ... but check it out , its a great mixer ....
spider

 

[tdukex]

The Behringer 2642 sell for about $370 U.S. at 8th street and some other dealers. You can also get the 2004 (8 mic pres and 20 total inputs) for $280. You can get the 1604 (4 mic pres and 16 total inputs) for $189. These are all 4 buss mixers, also. The preamps are quiet.