The Musical Fidelity MX-VYNL is a premium phono preamp that sounds refined and detailed, excels at vocals, is deliciously full-sounding, and is even a bit forward (and smooth) in the low end. For its $850 price tag, it should do all that and more for those with premium turntables to...
Condenser mics also require external power which travels through a preamp, powering up the microphone. They can be difficult when used in live settings in terms of feedback, particularly with noisy performances. However, they can still be used in live sound applications such as overhead miking ...
If you don't have a power source already, you'll want to factor an interface with embedded power or a preamp into your budget. Without this power source, your microphone will not be able to capture or put out sound. Kate Brunotts Kate Brunotts FOR MUSIC CRITIC 2. Audio-Technica AT...
If you’re looking for a compressor for vocals, this will make your voice sound like those old, warm R&B style vocals you’d hear on records in the 70’s and before. It’s a nice addition in the midst of all of this crystalline brightness of the digital age. DBX 160A DBX has be...
Audient iD4 MkII – best audio interface for recording vocals on the go Image Credit: Audient $199.99 Bus-powered with USB-C 1 JFET instrument input 2 headphone outputs 1 microphone preamp The notorious iD4 interface has had an upgrade! Much like the Clarett, it now has an improved dynami...
How to choose the best phono preamp for you Which phono stage you need is entirely dependent on what your existing turntable system is, and your budget. If you have a budget turntable, then an affordable phono stage that's simple to use and is compatible with your (most likely) moving ma...
When choosing a vocal processor, sound quality is paramount. Look for processors that offer high-fidelity audio with minimal distortion, as this will ensure that your vocals are clear and professional-sounding. Features like adaptive tone and high-quality preamps can significantly enhance the sound ...
This mic has a slightly diminished frequency response ranging from 20 Hz to 17 kHz. Its frequencies are strongest in the lower registers with a slight dip in the upper midrange frequencies. Like all ribbon microphones, it has a figure eight polar pattern and will require a preamp that can of...
This is where the phono stage (or phono preamp) comes in. It has two jobs. Firstly, it has the reverse response built into it – one that boosts bass and flattens treble to exactly the right degree, which should result in a tonally even presentation for the audio signal. ...
Best Part: All of this (and more) is ready and waiting for you below at the click of a mouse button. First up… A Single Channel Microphone Preamp from a Classic Console The #1 reason people go shopping for microphone preamps is to buy a single channel that will make their vocals shin...