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JonahPavesco
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I have a NEO2488 and it already has 48V phantom power, so my condensors work fine. But would a quality (I realize this is subjective) pre-amp noticeably do anything for the sound quality of vocals, instruments, anything recorded with the mics I'm already using (AKG Perception 200 and 170)? Is there any reason to spend $500-1000 on a pre-amp for a mixer that comes loaded with phantom power already? I've tried reading about pre-amps in order to understand their full spectrum of potential, but I haven't found anything conclusive regarding the combination of a quality pre-amp with a mixer w/phantom power. Or would the money be better invested in superior mics?
Regarding the effects, I realize I can bounce a track w/the single effect in order to free up the effect for other tracks and all that. But I'm also not all THAT satisfied with the kinds of effects the NEO offers. They're not bad or too few, I would just like more variety and a higher quality of effects. My Roland VS1680 had a MUCH better chorus effect. I just want something that will provide quality effects, so any recommendations? I'm mostly interested in vocal effects (different kinds of chorus, reverb, etc.) I have a budget, but I'd like to hear about all possibilities.
Regarding the effects, I realize I can bounce a track w/the single effect in order to free up the effect for other tracks and all that. But I'm also not all THAT satisfied with the kinds of effects the NEO offers. They're not bad or too few, I would just like more variety and a higher quality of effects. My Roland VS1680 had a MUCH better chorus effect. I just want something that will provide quality effects, so any recommendations? I'm mostly interested in vocal effects (different kinds of chorus, reverb, etc.) I have a budget, but I'd like to hear about all possibilities.