preamp or condenser mic adapter for the Tascam dp-008? I'm planning to purchase a dp-008 soon. What's the best set up for condenser mics, a pre amp or an adapter? I'm new to recording. If you can suggest a particular one, I'd appreciate it. I'm on a tight budget but I want the best for what I can spend. preamp or condenser mic adapter for the Tascam dp-008? I'm planning to purchase a dp-008 soon. What's the best set up for condenser mics, a pre amp or an adapter? I'm new to recording.... » Read More preamp or condenser mic adapter for the Tascam dp-008? I'm planning to purchase a dp-008 soon. What's the best set up for condenser mics, a pre amp or an adapter? I'm new to recording. If you can suggest a particular one, I'd appreciate it. I'm on a tight budget but I want the best for what I can spend. « Show Less
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I run my tube mic (APEX460) into a PreSonus Tubepre Single-Channel Vacuum Tube Mic pre into the dp-008 XLR plug. Sounds awesome.
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I'd like to combine the previous two replies ... You can use the internal pres and phantom, they sound decent on their own. But if you want more tone shaping options, you can also use an external pre (and/or compressor, etc).
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The DP-008 has XLRs with phantom power, so you can just plug your condenser mics right into it.
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This type of microphone requires a "pre-amp". Most mixing boards have these built in to the mic channels but since you are going direct to computer without first going through a mixer you'll need to buy a standalone preamp of some sort.
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This would work fine as a mixer/preamp and supplies the 40V phantom power that a condenser mike needs. You would still need an amplifier of some sort, unless you are running the output to digital recording software. On the outputs, if you are running to a sound system use a direct box to convert the 1/4" jack to XLR, it will also reduce the signal input to the amplifier (otherwise you are sending a firehose of water to something that needs much less). A half hour with a good sound tech to set the mixer up with your amplifier/sound system is worth the cost.
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Any condenser mic will create noise, but I would suggest that you just buy dynamic mic and will just have a bit noise compare to condenser mic. For instruments you can try Gls es-57 and for voice use shure sm58 or gls
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Hi Fred, the DP-24 is not easy to use unless you have experience using different digital recorders and/or software. I have used quite a few different devices and software, and still occasionally I need to refer back to the manual when using my DP-24. It gives great quality recordings if you are willing to invest the time learning how to use it. If you're looking for something simple, I would recommend starting with one of their smaller portastudios (see http://tascam.com/applications/musician/mtr_digital_portastudio/). A lot depends on how many channels you want to record at a time. If it's just you, and you want to record 1 or 2 channels at a time, go with one of their smaller devices, it will be simpler, and you will probably find no difference in sound quality and you will save hundreds of dollars.
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We had to buy an adaptor but we had an amplifier. We had someone at a local music store help us. They also told us it is a very strong microphone. More for studio use. But if you have the amp and adapter it should work.
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For podcasting the preamps on the 44VSL should be good enough to give your voice enough body to sound great. The tubpre is good for vocals and instruments since it utilizes a tube and can be over-driven. Also the tube tends to "warm up" your voice, making it sound more like you're using a full amp. I love the tubepre, but I use it for vocals with an AT2020 condenser mike. If you feel your voice is a bit too flat or just needs an extra boost... then this little baby would be perfect, but its all preference at that point. What do you feel your voice is missing?
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If you want to go direct into the computer you'll get better results w/ a USB mic. Otherwise, as others have noted, you will need both adapters and some sort of pre-amplification. For the price of all that you can get a good USB mic that will go direct into the computer.
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Is that microphone jack stereo or mono? Does it provide "phantom power" to a microphone? &gt;If it does, you probably can't use that jack for any other device. Does the RCA - to - 1/8" adapter have a stereo (3-contact) or mono (2-contact) 1/8" plug? &gt;Some mono ones are made with red and white insulators (or other mixed colours), which makes them APPEAR to be the same as the stereo ones. If any part of the connecting arrangement is "mono", you won't get the "correct" sound from the turntable, and it is possible that you would get no sound. Also, check to see if there is an input-level adjustment (it would be an on-screen control); if there is one and it is set at or near its minimum, little or no signal will get into the "konfuzer". I would prefer that a LINE-level input was provided; but I believe some microphone inputs are set up so that they can be selectively switched to accomodate line-level signals. You may need to consult someone locally who can investigate the settings on your specific laptop. &gt;Line level is about 100 times the voltage of a microphone's output, and it will overdrive a microphone stage. Another possibility is: The signal going into the microphone jack probably can't be passed to the speakers directly. If it was so connected, you would have a defacto "P.A. system", and laptops are not known for having that function. In any event, the correct setting of the AT-PL120's output switch is "LINE", which will apply the necessary RIAA frequency equalization. If all else fails, instead of connecting the turntable to the laptop, use a pair of powered speakers that have their own volume control, a boombox with an auxiliary input, or any normal stereo system until you have the laptop matter figured out.
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I would recommend using some sort of pre-amp between the turntable and the Kinter Amp. Most Phono pre-amps have a built in EQ curve to remove the pre-emphasis added during recording.( The RIAA EQ curve).there are several small phono pre-amps availible that would work well with this amp. A quick search here on amazon turned up one, the Pyle-Pro PP444 PYLE-PRO PP444 Ultra Compact Phono Turntable Preamp
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Hey - this is true. You can get an adapter for less than £1, though. The amp is really made for higher-end studio headphones which usually use jacks, but you can still get the adapter. Be sure to get a stereo one.
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For sure! Thats a great home studio preamp. Just be sure to experiment w mic position for the optimal balance, and observe the 3-1 rule when recording the same source w two LDCs (google phase aligned mics). While you're at it, google "mid side recording" - the M179 has a figure 8 position that allows you to combine it w another ldc or sdc for a huge stereo spread on acoustic gtr/vocal!
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So far so good! I've owned my Tascam DP-24 for almost a year now and have absolutely no complaints. I have used nearly all of the features on the unit and have adapted now to using the unit for recording live and studio gigs then switch to a DAW type setup on my PC for final editing, mixing and publishing. This is a great unit and you can't beat the price for 8 simultaneous inputs. I play in our band so I am able to run the unit while participating. In the end I have one large set of tracks for the entire set then separate them on the computer into songs. Works well. Hope this helps!
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Well a preamp does a couple things at its most basic level. It can be used to get the output of a dynamic mike up to a level of a typical line input. Also if you are using a condenser mic it will usually have a phantom power supply that the condenser mike requires. Beyond that most of them have sound-shaping characteristics which can enhance the tonal quality of the sound. Clipping is a function of the level being fed into the recording device or an output transducer so no, it will not allow you to overload the sound without clipping. You can do that if your preamp output is too high as well. If the preamp has a built in compressor, that might help with clipping. Well a preamp does a couple things at its most basic level. It can be used to get the output of a dynamic mike up to a level of a typical line input. Also if you are using a condenser mic it will usually have a phantom power supply that the condenser mike requires. Beyond that most of them have sound-shaping characteristics which can enhance the tonal quality of the sound. Clipping is a function of the level being fed into the recording device or an output transducer so no, it will not allow you to overload the sound without clipping. You can do that if your preamp output is too high as... » Read More Well a preamp does a couple things at its most basic level. It can be used to get the output of a dynamic mike up to a level of a typical line input. Also if you are using a condenser mic it will usually have a phantom power supply that the condenser mike requires. Beyond that most of them have sound-shaping characteristics which can enhance the tonal quality of the sound. Clipping is a function of the level being fed into the recording device or an output transducer so no, it will not allow you to overload the sound without clipping. You can do that if your preamp output is too high as well. If the preamp has a built in compressor, that might help with clipping. « Show Less
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John, I have the MKE 600 and I love it. It is a great directional mic and it sounds clear. I would check out beachtek.com. I am not into photography, I am a video guy. I purchased a camcorder audio adapter from beachtek and I love it too. They are a small Canadian company. Call their tech support and leave a message. They will call you back and help you choose the best adapter for your setup. You can find a good price for their adapters on Amazon and B&H.;
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Always go to Tascam site or whatever Unit your looking for to find your exact best answer. You tube is quite helpful in this pursuit also. you can always use an adaptor readily available online or as the man says just buy the specific unit you want from Tascam or Amazon as I did for my Unit and cheaper also! Cheers Scott♠
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I was confused by this, so to clarify - you CAN use phantom power for all the mics in this kit but only the condensers require it. From my research, DO NOT use phantom power for older style ribbon mics, none of which are included in this kit. That will ruin the microphone.