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Review of the Blue Snowflake Compact USB Microphone

There are various relatively popular audio products in the consumer marketplace, some of which are definitely worthy of notice. Many of them have gained considerable acceptance amongst users, and are generally increasing in reputation and growing a sizable and satisfied customer base. A few of these are really outstanding and worth looking into. On the list of relatively popular products on the market which are in the business of USB Microphones is called The Blue Snowflake.

The designers for this quality mic are the outstanding techies at Blue labs. What the Blue Snowflake provides to its growing membership is helping record via USB at a completely affordable price. I’m guessing the cost for two of a good bottle of wine.

There are 3 distinctive and noteworthy features that set the Blue Snowflake apart from the competiters. Those three uncommon and chief attributes are that they are very portable and compact, their complete ease of use and that it won’t break your pocket-book. Let’s discuss every one of those features, in turn.

The microphone itself folds into a case and pops up using the case as a stand. it will fit into a pocket or a purse without crowding.

The microphone is really easy to use via the USB port. No mixers, preamps or phantom-power is needed. All you need is a computer and some decent but rudimentary software.

With all of these features one wonders why the price is as reasonable as it is. As with many obscure and relatively unknowns, Blue Microphones has managed to edge out some of the competing manufacturers.

The main negative aspects to the the Blue Snowflake setup are twofold:

1. The actual sound quality leaves something to be desired, although it’s primary use will be those who are podcasting “VOIPING” or using voice recognition software.

2. As well the fact that there’s no other solution for holding the mic with a stand. For most uses it works out alright but you’re pretty much stuck with having to use the mic sitting on your desktop. (Not you the mic)

To sum it all up, The Blue Microphones company has foreseen the consumers demand for these microphones and the need to design and produce a very good product with a lot of really excellent features. It could be well worth investing the time it will take to have a closer look at it, maybe even give it a try. All the details can be found at Google’s or Yahoo’s search engines.

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Electro-Harmonix 12AY7 Tube Microphone Preamp $192 With the Electro-Harmonix 12AY7 Tube Microphone Preamp, Electro-Harmonix offers an affordable tube micrphone preamp that won’t disappoint. Equipped with a 12AY7 EH tube and a 12AU7 EH driver, it gives microphones the widest dynamic range with the warmest possible tone and accuracy. The 12AY7 Mic Pre uses an actual 200V supply instead of the faked out 12 or 48 volts you’d get with common models and delivers 50dB of gain into a high impedance load or 40dB gain into 600 ohms. The 12AY7 Mic Preamp’s special FET current-balancing circuit allows the tubes to amplify the microphone signal to line level while eliminating noise and protecting against hum and hostile electrical environments. It has an extra TRS output for separate line control, which can be used as a splitter or an aux send for monitoring. Input connections are balanced in and out (XLR) with a 1/4 TRS balanced buffer out. The Electro-Harmonix mic pre unit also boasts a phase reverse switch and a +4dBm indicator light for setting optimal mic level. The 48V phantom power is soft starting and pop-free.Equipped with a 12AY7 EH tube and a 12AU7 EH driverWide dynamic range, warm tone, and superb accuracy200V supply delivers 50dBs of gain into high load, 40dB gain into 600 ohmsFET current-balancing mic preamp circuitry eliminates noise and hum TRS output for separate line control (use as a splitter or for monitoring)Balanced XLR in and out 1/4 TRS balanced buffer out Phase reverse switch +4dBm indicator light for setting optimal mic level48V phantom power with soft start

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GHS Original Acoustic Soundhole Microphone $59.99 Amplify the natural sound of your acoustic instrument with the GHS external mount Soundhole Mic preamp system. Electrify your acoustic guitar using the unique attached microphone that preserves tone while amplifying the natural ambience of the instrument’s soundhole cavity. May also be used with other types of instruments including bongos, saxophone, drums, congas, bongos, and more.

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Infinity 6100M Wakeboard Sound System Marine Speakers $987 Infinity 6100M – Ski Boat Tower Complete System – (Includes INF 6000M, Control Head/Microphone and Main Amp) – Dynamic microphone/control head – Protected from salt-spray and water – Two thumb wheels for independent source and mic volume – Push-to-talk switch and 3-position power switch – Includes 1m coiled cord with 5m straight portion – Main Amp – White finish – Pigtail leads for speaker output, power, ground and remote – Line input: 250mV-4V sensitivity – Includes fixed, high-pass filter resonance – Mic input includes fixed compression and/or AGC, and bandpass filter – One preamp output/remote trigger output to feed aux amp

LR Baggs Anthem SL Acoustic Microphone/Preamp System $199 For acoustic guitarists who prefer a minimalist approach to controls, LR Baggs offers the Anthem SL acoustic microphone and preamp system. In the SL, the balance between the Tru-Mic and Element pickup is preset for optimum performance so you can have the same great fidelity in an end-pin preamp format. The preamp, with LR Baggs famous all-discrete studio quality circuitry, is also equipped with a soundhole mounted volume control. The mic is mounted to the bridge plate inside of the guitar to capture the majority of your guitar’s true voice in a way that only a microphone is capable of plus it is amazingly feedback resistant. The Element undersaddle pickup carries only the lowest frequencies for punch and authority.Pre-set mic and pickup for optimum performanceAnthem Tru-Mic carries the majority of the guitars frequency rangeNoise cancelation eliminates any annoying honky or boxy qualities inside the guitarThe Element Pickup carries only the lowest frequenciesOne size fits most common string spacings and saddle widthsSoundhole remote includes volume and mic gain trim controlsPre-contoured discrete class A endpin preamp Comes with battery bag for secure and unobtrusive battery retention

Lexicon I-ONIX U82S USB 2.0 Audio/MIDI Interface $399 Brilliantly designed, the I-ONIX U82S recording interface fits where it makes the most sense, between your keyboard and monitor. Lexicon understands you care passionately about your music, and that it’s more than just a pastime, which inspired them to create the I ONIX U82S, putting all monitor and input level controls at your fingertips. Featuring dbx microphone preamps on all eight channels, the I ONIX series recording interfaces are more than equipped to provide professional recordings that keep your music sounding its best. The preamps run on a high-voltage supply to guarantee stability and provide you with a superior recording across a wide dynamic range. Performance driven A/D – D/A converters ensure pristine 24-bit/96kHz audio to capture every subtle detail of your performance. The included Pantheon II VST/AU reverb plug-in features 6 reverb types with 16 adjustable parameters, as well as 35 factory presets that range from Vocal to Live Sound and Special Effects. It’s easy to complete your mix and make your music sound its best with these exquisitely rich, full reverbs that have made Lexicon famous. Also included with the Lexicon I ONIX U82S is a software suite featuring Steinberg’s Cubase LE4 and Toontrack EZdrummer Lite.USB 2.0 connection to DAW up to 480Mbps44.1 to 96kHz sample rates, 24-bit resolution8 Analog 1/4 and XLR combi-jack inputs on the rear panel for mic/line inputsRecord up to 10 sources at onceAnalog 1/4 TRS (Stereo Main) outputsdbx high-voltage, ultra-low noise mic preamp’s on all analog mic/line inputs (8 total)2 Hi-Z instrument inputsSupports Windows and Mac platforms48V phantom power for each input pairInput signal metering via 8 LED’s per channelSignal mixing and stereo bus signal metering2 1/4 high-output headphone connectionsMIDI In/OutS/PDIF I/OZero-latency monitoringLow-latency ASIO driversLexicon Pantheon II VST/AU reverb plug-inSoftware suite includes Steinberg’s Cubase LE4, and ToontrackEZdrummer Lite

M-Audio MobilePre USB Sound Device – USB – 16 bit – External $179.95 MobilePre USB is the preamp with a built-in audio interface that’s designed for laptop recording such as field recording and sampling expeditions. In fact, it’s one of the only completely bus-powered preamps available. (Of course, you can use it on the desktop as well.) A total of three kinds of audio inputs and outputs provide maximum flexibility for any application-including two on-board microphone/instrument preamps and high-impedance instrument inputs ideal for connecting guitars and basses. And unlike many competitors, zero-latency direct monitoring provides you with a streamlined professional recording experience.

M-Audio ProFire 610 Audio Mixer $373.57 Designed by the company that revolutionized mobile music production, the ProFire 610 FireWire audio interface transforms your Mac or PC into a powerful 6-in/10-out recording studio. Premium digital converters deliver high-definition, 24-bit/192kHz audio throughout the signal path. Two preamps with award-winning Octane technology offer clean, transparent sound with low noise and exceptional headroom. Onboard DSP mixing provides a totally flexible recording experience perfect for creating multiple, independent monitor mixes. The user-assignable master volume knob gives you flexible control over output levels. MIDI I/O allows you to connect keyboards and other outboard MIDI hardware. The half-rack-space unit also doubles as a standalone two-channel microphone preamp and A/D-D/A converter. ProFire 610 is compatible with major audio software including Pro Tools, Cubase, Logic, Sonar, Live and GarageBand, making it an unbeatable choice for personal, high-definition recording.

MIDIPLUS AUDIOLINK Audio Interface $64 A USB audio interface for microphone or guitar. A MUST HAVE for the home recording studio. The Audiolink is the easiest way to record your guitar with professional results. Just connect to the USB port of your computer and you’re ready to rock. Features an input for instruments like guitar, bass and keyboards, anything with a ? jack, plus a microphone input for recording vocals or other acoustic sounds. The Midiplus Audiolink USB is the easy and professional way to add guitar, vocals, and more to your computer music experience. The MIDIPLUS Audiolink Audio Interface features, 16 Bit / 48 kHz stereo audio interface, 1x XLR mic-preamp with 48V phantom power and adjustable input gain, 1x high impedance instrument input with adjustable gain, Line IN/OUT, adjustable headphone output, USB-buspowered. Windows XP, Vista Ready (no driver needed). Features: The MIDIPLUS AUDIOLINK Audio Interface is a MUST HAVE for the home recording studio, 16 Bit / 48 kHz stereo audio interface, 1x XLR mic-preamp with 48V phantom power and adjustable input gain, 1x high impedance instrument input with adjustable gain, USB-buspowered

MIDIPLUS AUDIOLINK Audio Interface Podcasting Package $79 Includes an Audiolink audio interface, headphones, mic and cables. Everything you need to start recording in a hurry! A MUST HAVE for the home recording studio. The Audiolink is the easiest way to record your guitar with professional results. Just connect to the USB port (USB cable not included) of your computer and you’re ready to rock. Features an input for instruments like guitar, bass and keyboards, plus a microphone input for recording vocals or other acoustic sounds. The Midiplus Audiolink USB is the easy and professional way to add guitar, vocals, and more to your computer music experience. 16 Bit / 48 kHz stereo audio interface, 1x XLR mic-preamp with 48V phantom power and adjustable input gain, 1x high impedance instrument input with adjustable gain, Line IN/OUT, adjustable headphone output, USB-buspowered

MX202BP/C – Plate Mount Cardioid Hanging Condenser Microphone (Black) $199.99 The MX202P Microflex Overhead condenser microphone captures Shure quality sound in a compact, adjustable package. The MX202P features a condenser microphone cartridge attached to a flexible, 4 gooseneck with a 30 cable. The plate-mounted preamp offers easy ceiling installation, and when combined with the high sensitivity cartridges wide frequency response, this microphone provides accurate sound reproduction with a minimum of RF interference or electromagnetic hum.Also available with an inline preamp . Requires phantom power.

MXL 440 Large Diaphragm Studio Condenser Microphone, Black with Gold Print $69.99 The 440 from MXL is a versatile large diaphragm condenser microphone, ideal for a wide variety of applications. The gold-sputtered diaphragm provides clean, clear audio while the FET preamp with an electrically-balanced output gives uncompromised tonal quality. The 440′s cardioid pickup pattern rejects off-axis noise to reduce feedback and prevent unwanted noise from ruining your recording. Internal Mogami wiring provides a high-grade signal path to prevent audio degradation. The mic uses 48V phantom power and has a standard 3-pin XLR connector. A mic stand adapter is included.

MXL Condenser Microphone and Pop Filter Bundle MXL-2008/PF001 $154.95 MXL-2008Designed as a versatile and detailed mic for all applications.Large and sensitive 32mm capsule that captures all the subtle details and nuances .Great for vocals, acoustic guitars, strings, and percussion. Class A circuitry with a FET preamp/balanced transformerless output. Amazing results for all styles of music.PF001Nylon mesh to eliminate unwanted popping sounds.Protects the microphone from corrosive moisture. Prolongs the life of the microphone.Makes vocal performances more defined and pronounced.Comes with Clamp and flexible mounting bracket.

MXL MXL 990 USB Powered Condenser Microphone $149.99 MXL 990 USB powered microphone opens up a new era of high quality recording direct to your portable or desktop computer. No mixers, preamps, or special studio gear required. Just plug the MXL 990 mic into your computer, set your preferences, and enjoy instant professional quality recordings. The MXL 990 USB has changed the way project studio recordings are being created. The 990 USB is a condenser microphone utilizing a 6 micron, 20mm gold-sputtered diaphragm, and has a high quality FET preamp. The MXL 990 USB mic uses the latest enhanced digital conversion techniques and is Mac and PC compatible.Includes USB cable, tripod stand, case, stand adapter, and CD with USB drivers. USB powered – connects directly to a computer Windows and Macintosh compatible20mm Gold-sputtered, 6-micron diaphragmFET preamp with balanced output16-bit, 44.1kHz or 48kHzLegendary MXL sonic characteristicsIncludes USB cable and mic stand adapter, tripod stand, and caseMade with Mogami cable

MXL MXL 990s Condenser Microphone $89.99 The MXL 990s Condenser Microphone is based on the hugely popular MXL990, this model adds a -10dB pad and 150Hz low-cut switch. The 990s is a true, phantom-powered, condenser microphone with a 6-micron, 20mm gold-sputtered diaphragm with high quality FET preamp and balanced output.20mm gold-sputtered, 6-micron diaphragm FET preamp with balanced output -10dB Pad switch150Hz low-cut switch @ 6dB per octaveCardioid pattern30Hz – 20kHz frequency range130dB maximum SPLSupplied with shockmount and mic stand adapter Comes in rugged carrying case Wired with Mogami cable

MXL R150 Microphone – 20 Hz to 17 kHz – Wired $119.95 The MXL R150 Ribbon microphone uses an aluminum ribbon transducer which by nature is a bidirectional (figure-8) pickup pattern. A figure-8 pattern will pick up sounds from the front and back sides of the microphone with equal sensitivity while maintaining a large amount of rejection 90 off access. The front of the microphone is indicated by the MXL logo where the audio signal is in-phase while the back side has an inverted phase. Ribbon mics typically have a lower output than condenser microphones and may require a preamplifier with a lot of gain. It is highly recommended to use a preamp with low noise, high gain, and an input impedance of 1500 ohms or greater. We strongly advise experimentation with placement and isolation requirements with the gain initially set low to avoid possible equipment (and hearing) damage.

Marshall MXL FR-300 Shotgun Microphone – Dynamic – Detachable – 50Hz to 18kHz – Cable $169.95 The MXL FR-300 phantom-powered shotgun microphone allows videographers to reach out to subjects for clear, high-quality recording. The MXL FR-300 can also be used for general video recordings like weddings as well as for Foley work, interviews, and other times when the distance to the subject is further than the built-in camera mic will allow.Capsule Size: 14mmLength: 10 FET Preamp Frequency Response: 50Hz-18KHz Sensitivity: 45mV/Pa Impedance: 100 ohms Max SPL: 123dBSignal-to-Noise Ratio: 75dB Operating Voltage: 9-52VWired with Mogami cableComes with windscreen and MXL H-03 Hard Mount Mic Stand Adapter

Marshall MXL FR-304 Shotgun Microphone – Detachable – 50Hz to 20kHz – Plug-in $116.55 The MXL FR-304 Shotgun Microphone is a great choice for the semi-pro or professional videographer on the go. The FR-304 can be used in a variety of situations either under its own power or via the camera, and is supplied with a standard AA battery with 160+ hour life.Versatile shotgun mic with FET Preamp Self powered via AA battery or camera supplied power Capsule Size: 14mm Length: 14.5 FET Preamp Frequency Response: 50Hz-20KHz Sensitivity: 15mV/PaImpedance: 100 ohms Max SPL: 124dB Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 72dB Dynamic Range: 102dB Operating Voltage: 1.5V AA Battery or 48V PPS Battery life: 160+ hoursWired with Mogami cableIncludes windscreen and MXL H-03 Hard Mount Mic Stand Adapter

Marshall MXLMICMATEPro Microphone Preamp $149.95 SUPPLIES 48V PHANTOM POWER; COMES WITH VARIABLE GAIN CONTROL KNOBS. XLR-TO-USBADAPTER WITH HEADPHONE INPUT (MAC & PC COMPATIBLE)

Marshall Mxl-micmate Mic Mate(tm) Xlr To Usb Condenser Microphone Preamp $39.95 The MXL USB Mic Mate is a compact low-noise analog preamp that converts 48-volt phantom powered studio mics and analog line level signals to USB for quality recording on any PC or Mac. The Mic Mate uses the best of both analog and digital technology and features a fully balanced low noise, low distortion preamp, gain plus a 3 position analog gain control; a special circuit that converts the 5 volts from the USB port to a regulated 48 volts required by professional condenser microphones. The digital section features a 16 bit Delta Sigma A/D converter with a sampling of 44.1 and 48.1. The input side has a 3-pin XLR female and on the output a USB connector.The Mic Mate has robust metal construction and is pocket sized making it a perfect travel companion for a portable computer allowing broadcasters, audio engineers and recording enthusiasts to capture great sounds wherever they go with their own mics. The MXL USB Mic Mate is easy to use and eliminates the need for any mixers, preamps, expensive studio gear or special software or drivers. Just plug in your favorite microphone to the converter and the other end to the USB port on your portable or desktop computer to set your preferences and enjoy studio quality recordings.Low noise analog preampConverts line and condenser mic signals to USB3 position analog gain controlConverterr that changes USB’s 5 volts to 48 volts needed by condenser mics16-bit Delta Sigma A/D converter44.1 and 48.1 sampling3-pin XLR female insputUSB outputMetal construction

Meinl Pickup Snare Cajon with American White Ash Frontplate $319.99 The Meinl Pickup Cajon is equipped with the DST pickup microphone and the A1.2 preamp system with volume control from B-Band. This active system includes a specially designed preamp, high-quality output jack, and a durable battery. The structure is light in mass, adding very little weight to the instrument. The sound reproduction is amazingly pure and clear. This installed microphone system provides comfortable and easy handling in live situations without the hassle of rigging up external mics. Internal, adjustable snare wires add a range of colors to the cajon’s sound. Plug in and play.Front Plate material: American White AshResonating body material: Siam oakDST pickup microphoneActive A1.2 preamp system with volume control from B-BandAdjustable top cornersInternal, adjustable snare wiresPadded sitting surfaceWide sound optionsMatt finishIncludes 9-volt battery12 W x 20-1/2 H x 12 D

Nady DMP-2 DMP-2 Dual Microphone Pre-Amp $69.99 DMP-2 Dual Microphone Preamp produce unsurpassed audio with excellent stereo imaging, ultra low noise, superb transient response and transparent, distortion-free sound performance substantially better than that of stock console preamps.

Peavey PVI 8B Professional Audio Mixer $279.99 150 watts into 4-ohm (2 x 8 ohm) speakers : 8 balanced XLR microphone inputs : Tape/CD inputs : Reverb level control on each channel : Line Out for connection to external amplifiers : Return input for connection of external effects processors : Record Out for taping : RF interference protection on all inputs : 3-PIN LOW-IMPEDANCE MICROPHONE INPUT – This input is for typical balanced, low-impedance microphones. It will automatically provide phantom power (15V) for condenser mics or active direct boxes. This has an input impedance of 1k ohms. The connector is wired as – Pin 1=shield; Pin 2=positive (hot); Pin 3=negative (cold). : 1/4 LINE/HIGH-IMPEDANCE INPUT – This input may be used as either a high-impedance microphone input or for line-level devices such as a cassette player, CD player, video projector or laptop. This will also allow connection from an electric guitar, bass or keyboard. It is a two-conductor input with an impedance of 10k ohms. : LEVEL CONTROL – The level control for each channel sends the signal to the master mix bus. Typical operation is between 4 and 8 (dependent upon the input devices) but should be lower than the master level. Please remember that this acts like a preamp, so if you are using a device that has a volume output control (i.e. – a tape or CD player) you will need to do some level matching by adjusting the level controls on each unit : TREBLE TONE CONTROL – This is used to adjust the overall tone of the individual inputs. Since it is a cut or boost control (+/-15 dB), it willadd or diminish presence frequencies in the sound beginning at 2 kHz : BASS TONE CONTROL – This is used to adjust the overall tone of the individual inputs. Since it is a cut or boost control (+/-15 dB), it will add ordiminish bass frequencies in the sound beginning at 300 Hz : REVERB CONTROL – This is used as a send control to the effects bus. It controls the amount of reverberation added to the input signals. : MASTER LEVEL – This contro

Pioneer 7 Indash Audio-Video Receiver AVH-P4300DVD $399 DVD/CD receiver with AM/FM tuner : Built-in MOSFET amp (14 watts RMS CEA-2006/50 peak x 4 channels) : 6.95 touchscreen with multi-angle adjustments : Intuitive touchscreen controls : 5 customizable display colors and customizable button illumination choices : Fits double-DIN dash openings : Remote control : Plays MP3/WMA/AAC files recorded on CD, DVD, and SD or SDHC memory cards : Supports DivX video playback from DVD-R/RW, CD-R/RW discs, or SD/SDHC cards : JPEG picture file playback on CD discs or SD/SDHC cards : High- and low-pass filters : 8-band graphic equalizer with 7 preset EQ curves : Auto EQ function automatically creates a sound curve for your car (optional microphone required) : Advanced Sound Retriever : Built-in audio iPod control Pioneer’s optional adapter required for viewing video content : Compatible with Pioneer Bluetooth adapter, satellite radio, navigation module, and HD Radio tuner : Inputs – rear A/V and USB inputs, SD card slot, rear-view camera input : Outputs – video output, 6-channel preamp outputs (4-volt front, rear, subwoofer) : Compatible with most factory steering wheel audio controls (adapter required)

PreSonus FireStudio Mobile 10 x 6 FireWire Recording System – Bundle C – with Two Mackie 5 2-Wy Reference Monitor – PreSonus HP4 4 Channel Headphone Distribution Amplifier – Audio-Technica AT8314-20, Cable – Sony MDR-7506 Headphones &- Rode NT1-A Q $879.95 Finally, a new-generation, studio-quality FireWire interface that you can use anywhere! The PreSonus FireStudio Mobile combines the superior analog-circuit design and advanced platform technology of acclaimed FireStudio rack-mount interfaces with the ability to run on bus power in field applications. Now you can have enhanced audio performance for music recording and creation anywhere you can lug your laptop!The FireStudio Mobile is a ten-input, six-output professional recording system that combines two PreSonus XMAX Class A microphone preamplifiers; six line-level, analog input channels; S/PDIF digital input and output; MIDI I/O; and headphone monitoring with separate gain control. The FireStudio Mobile beats any and all competition when it comes to flexibility and input count. You can record a whole band with the FireStudio Mobile. The FireStudio Mobile is bundled with PreSonus Studio One Artist, groundbreaking music creation program, and over 4 GB of virtual instruments, plug-ins, loops, and samples to get you started making music immediately.Here’s a dirty little secret: bus-powered mobile interfaces from other manufacturers deliver much less than the full 48 volts of phantom power that is specified by microphone manufacturers. This means even the finest condenser microphone can’t work at optimal internal gain levels, potentially compromising sound quality even before the signal gets to the mic preamp!PreSonus president Jim Odom and his team of engineers went the extra mile and created an internal switching power plant that lets the FireStudio Mobile convert computer bus power into a full 48 volts of phantom power, as well delivering 30 volts to power the superb mic preamps you’ll read about next.

PreSonus TubePRE Microphone Preamp $109 The TubePRE is the highest quality vacuum tube preamp in its class. Loaded with PreSonus award winning dual servo preamplifier, the TubePre affordably delivers low noise tube warmth for vocals, guitars, bass guitars, synths and sound modules. The TubePre noticeably outperforms preamps in low cost mixers and recording interfaces making it an easy choice for anyone desiring to enhance their recordings with the magic of tubes.

Presonus Eureka Recording Channel Strip with microphone preamp compressor and parametric EQ $499 Presonus Eureka Recording Channel Strip with microphone preamp compressor and parametric EQ

Pyle Pro 8Ch Powered Mixer – PMX808 $324.99 8 XLR On Mono Microphone/Line Channels Mic Inputs : 8 x 1/4 Line/High Impedance Input. : RCA Tape Stereo Record Input : Ultra low Noise Stereo Digital Effect Mixer, Rugged Design : High Performance Mic Preamp With Switchable Phantom Power : 3-Band Equalizer With Low Mid And High Controls : Led Meters For Visual Level Monitoring : Power Supply Ensures Superior Signal Integrity : Channel MIC/Line 8 Mono : Channel EQ – 3 Band : Main Buses – 1 Stereo : Group Buses – 1 Stereo : Graphic EQ (MAIN) – 2 x 7 Band : Phantom Power – +48V : Effect – 16DSP : DJ Function : Power Output – (4 Ohms) 600 Watts : 110/220 Voltage Switchable : Phones Output : Dimension – 20.51” x 17.72” x 5.91”. : 1 Year Warranty

SM Pro Audio Q-PRE 4 Channel Microphone PreAmp Mic New $99.99 The market size for digital audio interfaces and computer based digital editing has increased in a massive way. With systems available at very low prices, more and more users are utilizing this technology. One of the main problems with many of these systems is the input stage only consisting of unbalanced line inputs or very low (or no mic pre) gain structure for the balanced input stage and the unavailability of phantom power. The Q-Pre comes to the rescue with 4 channels of balanced input, with a full range of gain control from -20dB to +40dB and phantom power switchable for channel 1 and 2 (in pairs). The unit is housed in a stylish extruded aluminium external chassis that can be rack-mounted.

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