Microphone Preamps
Warm Audio WA-MPX Microphone Tube Preamplifier
- For Home and Studio Recording
- Authentic Reproduction of AMPEX 351 Pre
- 3 Discrete Tubes: 2 x 12AX7, 12AU7
- Selectable Tape Saturation
Audient EVO SP8 8-Channel Smart Preamp with A-D/D-A
- For Studios and Live/Mobile Setups
- 8 Mic/Line Preamps, 2 with Hi-Z Inputs
- 8 TRS Line Outputs, Dual ADAT I/O
- 32-Bit / 96 kHz AD/DA Converters
ART USB Dual Pre USB 1.1 Digital Audio Interface with Dual Microphone Preamps
- 2 Input/2 Output
- Phantom Power
- 3 Powering Options
- Mac OS & Windows Compatible
RDL STM-1 Microphone Preamplifier
- High or Low Impedance Input Mic Preamp
- Fixed 50 dB Gain for Consistency
- Balanced or Unbalanced Output
- +24V Phantom Power
Other Buying Options
Rolls MP13 Mini-Mic Preamp
- Single-Channel Design
- 3.5mm and XLR Inputs
- 1/4" and XLR Outputs
- Single Gain Control with Clip Indicator
RDL ST-GSP1 - Stick-On Series Gated Speech Microphone Preamplifier
- This item is noncancelable and nonreturnable.
Whirlwind LMPRE Microphone Preamplifier
- Compact Single Channel Preamp
- Adds up to 70dB of Gain
- +24V Phantom Power
- 2-Band EQ
- This item is noncancelable and nonreturnable.
Bellari PA555 Tube Preamplifier
- 12AX7 Tube
- 3 x RCA Inputs in Stereo Pairs
- 1 x 3.5mm Stereo Input Jack
- 2 x RCA Outputs (Stereo Pair)
PreSonus BlueTube DP v2 - Mic/Instrument Tube Preamp
- 2-Channel
- Preamp and DI
- Solid State Preamp
- 12AX7 Vacuum-Tube Stage
Useful Arts Audio Hornet Compact Microphone/Instrument Preamp
- High-Gain Mic Preamp and JFET Active DI
- Up to 60 dB of Gain
- Variable Harmonic Distortion
- XLR Microphone and 1/4" Hi-Z Inputs
- This item is noncancelable and nonreturnable.
Golden Age Project PRE-573 Premier 500 Series 1073-Style Microphone Preamp
- Fits in 500 Series Racks
- Carnhill Input and Output Transformers
- -10 to +80 dB Gain Range
- Switchable 1200- and 300-Ohm Mic Level
Focusrite Scarlett OctoPre Rackmount 8-Channel Microphone Preamp with ADAT Outputs
- For Studios and Live/Mobile Setups
- 8 Mic/Line Preamps, 2 with Hi-Z Switches
- Outs: 8 Balanced 1/4" Line, Dual ADAT
- 24-Bit / 192 kHz AD Converters
Golden Age Project PRE-73 DLX PREMIER Single Channel 73-Style Mic Pre
- Mic, Instrument, and Line Inputs
- Up to 80 dB of Input Gain on Mic Path
- Warm, Sweet, Punchy Tone
- Selectable Air Band
- This item is noncancelable and nonreturnable.
Warm Audio WA73-EQ Single-Channel Microphone Preamplifier and Equalizer
- Mic, Line, and Instrument Inputs
- Insert Send and Return
- Balanced XLR and 1/4" Outputs
- Up to 80 dB of Gain
RME QuadMic II 4-Channel Microphone Preamp
- 4x XLR/TRS Combo Mic/Line Preamp Inputs
- 4x Line Outputs
- Phantom Power Per Channel
- Low Cut Per Channel
Focusrite Clarett+ OctoPre Eight-Channel Preamp with 24-Bit / 192 kHz Conversion and ADAT I/O
- Adds 8 Mic Pres to Existing Interfaces
- Adds 8 Line Outs to Existing Interfaces
- Classic Focusrite Analog Air (ISA 110)
- 24-Bit / 192 kHz AD/DA
Audient ASP800 - 8-Channel Microphone Preamplifier and ADC with HMX & IRON
- 8x Class-A Audient Console Mic Pres
- 2x Channels with Saturation Controls
- 2x Discrete JFET Instrument Inputs
- 118 dB Burr-Brown A-D Converters
- This item is noncancelable and nonreturnable.
Useful Arts Audio BF-S Pro DI Tube Instrument Preamp/DI
- Class-A Tube Circuitry
- 2-Band EQ with Bypass Switch
- Selectable Hi/Lo Gain Mode
- 1/4" Hi-Z Instrument Input
- This item is noncancelable and nonreturnable.
Millennia HV-32P Portable Microphone Preamplifier (Two Channel)
- This item is noncancelable and nonreturnable.
Focusrite ISA428 MkII Rackmount 4-Channel Microphone Preamp
- 4 Channels
- Transformer Based
- Selectable Impedance
- Phantom Power
- This item is noncancelable and nonreturnable.
Phoenix Audio Nice DI Rack Panel Kit
- For Nice DI Stereo Active DI
- Mounts Half Rack Unit in a 19" 1 RU Rack
- Replaces the Front Panel
- Includes Mounting Hardware
- This item is noncancelable and nonreturnable.
ART Dual RP Preamp for Dynamic and Ribbon Microphones
- For Dynamic and Ribbon Microphones
- Bolsters Performance
- Variable Impedance Control
- 2 x XLR Inputs
ART Tube MP Studio Tube Microphone Preamp with VU Meter and Output Protection Limiter
- For Recording, Project, and Home Studios
- Single Channel, Handpicked 12AX7A Tube
- Output Protection Limiter (OPL)
- Large VU Meter
ART RP-1 Preamp for Dynamic & Ribbon Microphones
- For Dynamic & Ribbon Microphones
- Bolsters Performance
- Variable Impedance Control
- Switchable Low-Cut Filter
Rolls DU30b Audio Ducker with Microphone Preamp
- For Small Clubs/Restaurants/Stores
- For Voice Paging over Backgrounds
- Easy to Use
- 2 RCA Inputs for Music
ART Tube MP Preamplifier
- Single-Channel Tube-Based
- Hand-Selected 12AX7A Vacuum Tube
- Variable Input & Output Gain Control
- Ideal as a Tube DI Box
ART Tube MP The Original Tube Microphone Preamplifier
- Tube Preamp for Mics, Instruments, Line
- 12AX7a Tube for 70 dB of Gain, Fat Sound
- Variable I/O Controls
- XLR and 1/4" I/O
ART Tube MP Studio V3 Single Channel Tube Microphone Preamp with V3 Preset Technology and Output Protection Limiter
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Microphone Preamps (XLR Preamplifiers)
Microphone preamps use special circuits to amplify low signal levels up to the standard operating level of your recording equipment. Preamps prepare your microphone signal for processing by various recording devices. Many computer audio interfaces and systems have internalized preamplifier circuits, but you can also use a dedicated external preamp. Microphone signals are usually below nominal operating levels, so mics benefit considerably from the added gain provided by preamps.
Benefits of Using a Microphone Preamp
A dedicated external microphone preamp can boost the sound quality of your recordings considerably. You can add high levels of gain while maintaining crystal clear sound. Preamps can reduce noise levels, helping you achieve a clean, professional sound. Depending on the type of preamp you choose, you can customize the sound of your vocal recording if you need vintage or distorted sound.
Types of Microphone Preamps
Before deciding on your mic preamp take a look at the different types available, to ensure you choose the right one for your needs.
Stereo Tube Preamps
Tube preamps feature glass tubes, and use transformers to help voltage drive your sound. They offer a richer midrange, greater texture, and excellent realism.
Solid-State Preamps
Solid-state preamps use transistors to boost your mic signal to a voltage level that your amps can magnify, offering greater detail and faster sound.
Multichannel Preamps
While single and dual-channel preamps are ideal for recording with one or two mics at a time, multichannel preamps are necessary if you're building a professional studio, as they enable you to record with many mics at the same time.
Using Preamps for Instruments
You can use preamps for a variety of musical instruments. Guitar preamps often take the form of pedals, and can be used to achieve different EQ points and adjust your pre-gain tone. Using a preamp pedal also provides you with consistency if you switch guitars or travel from venue to venue.
If you like to play vinyl records, you can also use a preamp to significantly boost the sound quality of your turntable. Turntable preamps can increase sound levels for a more accurate and detailed representation of your favorite music.
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