 |
 Grace Design Model 101 pre amp excellent $389.00 Time Remaining: 29d 23h 2m Buy It Now for only: $389.00 |
 Studio Projects V1B1 V Series Tube Microphone Pre Amp Rack Mount $48.77 (7 Bids) Time Remaining: 3h 48m |
 BEHRINGER ULTRAGAIN PRO MIC2200 PRE AMP MAKE OFFER NR $104.77 Time Remaining: 26d 6h 30m Buy It Now for only: $104.77 |
 True Audio 8 Channel Mic Pre Amp $521.00 (2 Bids) Time Remaining: 2d 4h 8m |
 Sennheiser e906 e 906 Guitar Amp Instrument Mic +BONUS $189.95 Time Remaining: 27d 11h 50m Buy It Now for only: $189.95 |
 True Audio 8 Channel Mic Pre Amp $500.00 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 2d 21h 9m |
 Superlux PRA628 MKII Guitar Amp Instrument Microphone e609 e906 D2 SM57 $59.00 Time Remaining: 24d 15h 4m Buy It Now for only: $59.00 |
 Universal Audio 2 610 mic pre amp $1,300.00 Time Remaining: 2d 4h 3m |
 ART USB Dual Pre Project Series 2 channel Mic Preamp amp PROAUDIOSTAR $69.00 Time Remaining: 4d 1h 35m Buy It Now for only: $69.00 |
 Symetrix 528E Voice Processor Compressor Limiter Pre Amp $215.00 Time Remaining: 1d 22h 26m |
 New PA DJ Deluxe Speakers Stands Amp Cables Mic Set E1025SET $489.99 Time Remaining: 29d 2h 12m Buy It Now for only: $489.99 |
 Sony sra 3 Tube Mic Microphone and Instrument Pre Amp $449.00 Time Remaining: 4d 59m Buy It Now for only: $499.00 |
 Pyle Pro PWMA3003T 3000W Watt Hybrid Pre AMP AM FM USB W 2 Wireless Microphone $159.99 Time Remaining: 28d 2h 6m Buy It Now for only: $159.99 |
 JOEMEEK British Channel VC6Q Mic Pre Amp And Compressor $199.00 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 5d 40m |
 NADY PRA 8 MICROPHONE PREAMP 8 CHANNEL 1U MIC PRE AMP $104.95 Time Remaining: 18d 21h 6m Buy It Now for only: $104.95 |
 PRESONUS TUBEPRE SINGLE CHANNEL MICROPHONE PRE AMP P405 $24.99 Time Remaining: 5d 20h 6m |
 Optimus MPA 40 20Wx2 PA Audio Mic Amplifier Music Amp $24.99 Time Remaining: 6d 9h 26m Buy It Now for only: $24.99 |
 Focusrite ISA One ff Microphone pre amp BRAND NEW CONDITION $309.00 (3 Bids) Time Remaining: 1d 3h 20m |
 Pyramid PA105 80 Watt AC DC 70 Volt PA Amplifier Amp w Mic Talkover 110v 220v $59.99 Time Remaining: 22d 21h 4m Buy It Now for only: $59.99 |
 Focusrite ISA 828 8 Channel Mic Pre amp $1,599.00 Time Remaining: 5d 1h 53m Buy It Now for only: $1,999.99 |
 Focusrite ISA828 isa 828 8ch Mic Preamp Pre Amp PROAUDIOSTAR $1,999.99 Time Remaining: 23d 18h 3m Buy It Now for only: $1,999.99 |
 Original Universal Audio UREI Vintage Dual 1108 Pre Amps by Brent Averill $2,000.00 Time Remaining: 3d 23h 35m Buy It Now for only: $3,000.00 |
 QSC Model 1080 Power Stereo Amplifier Audio Amp $184.99 Time Remaining: 17d 5h 11m Buy It Now for only: $184.99 |
 VHT Special 6 6W Hand Wired Tube Guitar Amp Head FIX $99.00 Time Remaining: 1d 4h 58m |
 New Presonus Bluetube DP V2 2 Channel Tube Mic Pre Amp DP2 $187.95 Time Remaining: 26d 1h 55m Buy It Now for only: $187.95 |
 Neumann Mic Pre Amps V 476 B x8 Racked powered and road case V476 V 476B $5,000.00 Time Remaining: 4d 4h 28m Buy It Now for only: $6,000.00 |
 CME Matrix Y 4 Channel Headphone Amp With Talk Back Mic and Volume Control $35.00 Time Remaining: 28d 18h 41m Buy It Now for only: $35.00 |
 Universal Audio Solo 610 Pre Amp Near Mint Excellent with packaging $699.00 Time Remaining: 2d 10h 28m |
 New Art Pro MPA II ProMPA 2 Mic Preamp Pre Amp $299.00 Time Remaining: 28d 20h 20m Buy It Now for only: $299.00 |
 BEHRINGER ULTRAGAIN PRO MIC2200 PRE AMP NO RESERVE BUY IT NOW FREE SHIPPING USA $97.99 Time Remaining: 3d 23h 47m Buy It Now for only: $109.88 |
 ART Digital MPA II mic pre amp FULL WARRANTY $309.00 Time Remaining: 28d 16h 30m Buy It Now for only: $309.00 |
 ART DPS II Digital Pre Amp $200.00 Time Remaining: 1d 23h 28m Buy It Now for only: $250.00 |
 ART TPS II TUBE PRE AMP SYSTEM tpII PROAUDIOSTAR $159.00 Time Remaining: 6d 2h 54m Buy It Now for only: $159.00 |
 En Voice MindPrint Tube Mic Pre Amp Pristine Condition $300.00 Time Remaining: 3d 19h 8m Buy It Now for only: $330.00 |
 NADY TMP 1 MICROPHONE INSTRUMENT PREAMP MIC PRE AMP NEW $74.95 Time Remaining: 29d 11h 44m Buy It Now for only: $74.95 |
 ALTEC 9475A MIC PRE AMP WITH TRAY AND CONNECTOR $100.00 Time Remaining: 2d 3h 24m Buy It Now for only: $200.00 |
 PYLE 3000W PRE AMP AMPLIFIER DJ KARAOKE 2 MICS DUAL WIRELESS MICROPHONE SYSTEM $198.80 Time Remaining: 19d 11h 47m Buy It Now for only: $198.80 |
 Focusrite Platinum Trackmaster Channel Strip Mic Pre Amp $40.00 (2 Bids) Time Remaining: 4d 3h 57m |
 On Stage Stands MS7920B Kick Drum Amp Stand w Boom $28.99 Time Remaining: 3d 19h 43m Buy It Now for only: $28.99 |
 Behringer ADA8000 8CH A D D A Converter MIC Microphone pre amp $99.00 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 4d 4h 42m |
 Golden Age Project PRE 73 Deluxe Vintage Neve Style Mic Pre amp PROAUDIOSTAR $499.99 Time Remaining: 10d 18h 18m Buy It Now for only: $499.99 |
 Vintage Akai Roberts Tube Mic Preamp + guitar amp $26.00 (5 Bids) Time Remaining: 1d 6h 8m |
 New Art Pro MPA II ProMPA 2 Mic Preamp Pre Amp B Stock $259.00 Time Remaining: 28d 20h 25m Buy It Now for only: $259.00 |
 VINTAGE OUTPUT TRANSFORMER FROM A MAIHAK TUBE MIC PRE AMP TELEFUNKEN V 76 EF 12K $41.00 (2 Bids) Time Remaining: 5d 3h 9m |
 On Stage MS7411B Kick Drum Guitar Amp MIC STAND w BOOM $24.95 Time Remaining: 10d 8h 51m Buy It Now for only: $24.95 |
 ART Professional Tube Mic Pre Amp $39.99 Time Remaining: 6d 53m Buy It Now for only: $49.99 |
 On Stage Stands Drum Amp Tripod with Boom MS7411B PROAUDIOSTAR $24.95 Time Remaining: 17d 2m Buy It Now for only: $24.95 |
 Rupert Neve Designs Portico 5012 Duo Mic Pre Amp $1,199.00 Time Remaining: 4d 3h 6m Buy It Now for only: $1,340.00 |
 Roland MMP 2 Mic Pre Preamp EQ Compressor Stereo ADC amp mmp2 $110.00 Time Remaining: 16d 4h 13m Buy It Now for only: $110.00 |
 Presonus Blue Tube 2 Chan Mic Instrument Pre Amp $60.00 Time Remaining: 4d 5h 44m Buy It Now for only: $90.00 |
 Phoenix Audio UK DRS 8 8 Class A Microphone pre amps $3,500.00 Time Remaining: 6d 10h 10m Buy It Now for only: $3,500.00 |
 Radio Design Labs STM 2 Low Noise Microphone Pre Amp Brand New in Box $39.99 Time Remaining: 4d 5h 25m Buy It Now for only: $99.99 |
 LOT of 4 MOISTURE PROTECTION for DJ MICS AMPS MIXERS $24.99 Time Remaining: 2d 8h 17m Buy It Now for only: $24.99 |
 PreSonus BlueTube Pre Amp $144.99 Time Remaining: 3d 22h 14m Buy It Now for only: $200.00 |
 Pyle PT110 80 Watt AC DC Microphone PA Mono Amp LED Amplifier W 70V Output $69.99 Time Remaining: 10d 23h 43m Buy It Now for only: $69.99 |
 VINTAGE BELL 5650 AMPLIFIER 6550 TUBE AMP MICROPHONE MIXER $65.99 Time Remaining: 4d 23h 13m Buy It Now for only: $95.00 |
 Behringer ADA8000 8 Channel ADAT Recording Interface Mic Preamp 8 Pre amps $177.95 Time Remaining: 25d 23h 20m Buy It Now for only: $177.95 |
 DBX 286A Mic Pre Amp Compression 5 Processor Rack OverEasy Compressor MINT $150.00 Time Remaining: 5d 3h 36m Buy It Now for only: $180.00 |
 PRESONUS DIGIMAX D8 DIGITAL 8 MIC RECORDING PRE AMP $319.95 Time Remaining: 10d 20h 30m Buy It Now for only: $319.95 |
 Audio Grabbag Sony headfone headfone amp mic splitters direct box +more $10.50 (2 Bids) Time Remaining: 4d 1h 21m |
 Sennheiser e609 Silver Guitar Cab Amp Mic + Cabgrabber $139.00 Time Remaining: 13d 8h 16m Buy It Now for only: $139.00 |
 ART Tube AMP Microphone Pre Amp $19.95 Time Remaining: 6d 23h 36m |
 SonicImageryLabs 990Enh Ticha Discrete OpAmp New JE990 2520 enhanced upgrade $69.00 Time Remaining: 28d 7h 11m Buy It Now for only: $69.00 |
 Ultimate Support JS KD50 Jamstand Kick Drum Guitar Amp Mic Stand $12.00 (17 Bids) Time Remaining: 1d 21h 12m |
 PRESONUS BLUE TUBE DP v2 PRO AUDIO 2CH MIC GUITAR PRE AMP 50 XLR CABLES NEW $229.90 Time Remaining: 25d 1h 44m Buy It Now for only: $229.90 |
 Alice Mic Amp Pak 2 Microphone Preamplifier Preamp $31.58 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 5d 20h 59m |
 On Stage MS7920B Amp Bass Drum Short Microphone Stand $26.95 Time Remaining: 22d 11h 18m Buy It Now for only: $26.95 |
 AMPLIVOX PORTABLE SOUND SYSTEM SW610A HAILER WIRELESS PA SYSTEM SPEAKER AMP $0.06 (2 Bids) Time Remaining: 6d 4h 57m |
 GOLD TONE ABS MICROPHONE PICKUP SYSTEM BANJO DOBRO AMP $172.00 Time Remaining: 14d 20h 18m Buy It Now for only: $172.00 |
 AP Audio AMP55 AMP 55 Classic Dynamic Microphone $25.00 Time Remaining: 3d 1h 52m |
 OSP DL 330 Instrument Stage Studio Microphone Mic Amps Drums Vocals $49.99 Time Remaining: 15d 20h 2m Buy It Now for only: $49.99 |
 Carnhill VTB1148 Transformer Audio Output Mic Pre Amp 200 600 ohm $79.00 Time Remaining: 4d 16h 16m Buy It Now for only: $129.00 |
 DBX 286S Microphone Pre Amp Processor Mic Preamp 286 S $199.00 Time Remaining: 18d 23h 12m Buy It Now for only: $199.00 |
 Dual Desk Microphone Mic Boom Stand Brand New Drum Amp $24.99 Time Remaining: 4d 22h 12m |
 Audix CAB GRABBER Mic Clamp for Guitar Amp and Cabs NEW $49.95 Time Remaining: 9d 1h 16m Buy It Now for only: $49.95 |
 Realistic 35 Watt AMP w 2 8 Ohms Powerhorns and 1 Omnidirectional Microphone $59.00 Time Remaining: 2d 23h 46m Buy It Now for only: $99.00 |
 Universal Audio LA 610 MK II Microphone Preamp BRND NEWmkII2mk2la610pre amp $1,399.00 Time Remaining: 24d 1h 38m Buy It Now for only: $1,399.00 |
 Z Bar Microphone Stand for guitar and combo amps $12.99 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 4d 3h 38m |
 Mini Megaphone Microphone Bullhorns AMP Loud Speaker WH $11.29 Time Remaining: 3d 12h 38m Buy It Now for only: $11.29 |
 XLR Male to Female 3 pin Microphone Extension Extender Speaker AMP Cable 2m607 $0.90 Time Remaining: 1d 13h 20m Buy It Now for only: $2.78 |
 XLR Female Jack to RCA Mono Male Plug Mic Amp Adapterw $2.80 Time Remaining: 3d 10h 3m Buy It Now for only: $2.80 |
 5 Dual Desk Microphone Mic Boom Stands New Drum Amp $89.92 Time Remaining: 6d 22h 4m |
 UNIVERSAL AUDIO LA 610 PRE AMP COMPRESSOR $1,250.00 Time Remaining: 14d 1h 2m Buy It Now for only: $1,250.00 |
 UTC O 2 Pultec EQP 1a eq preamp rack Project DIY inductor mic op amp box parts $45.00 Time Remaining: 6d 23h 22m Buy It Now for only: $78.00 |
 Teleco Microphone Interface Audio Amp $9.99 Time Remaining: 14d 21h 34m Buy It Now for only: $9.99 |
 Vintage Wardbeck Transformer based Mic Pre Amps Neve API KILLER From 1976 $3,932.15 Time Remaining: 4d 23h 14m Buy It Now for only: $4,915.44 |
 PA Guitar Amp AC or Batt Wireless Microphone 200W $135.37 Time Remaining: 15d 3h 58m Buy It Now for only: $135.37 |
 Universal Audio LA 610 MkII Pre Amp Classic Tube Recording Channel $1,500.00 Time Remaining: 8d 18h 46m |
 Racked pair of Auditronics 110B mic pre amps Perfect $899.00 Time Remaining: 4d 1h 57m Buy It Now for only: $899.00 |
 Right Angle 1 4 Male Mono to XLR Male Guitar Recording Speaker AMP Cable 2m613 $0.90 Time Remaining: 1d 14h 14m Buy It Now for only: $2.98 |
 SM PRO AUDIO Q PRE MICROPHONE PRE AMP MIC PRE AMP NEW $99.99 Time Remaining: 21d 2h 51m Buy It Now for only: $99.99 |
 New 1 4 Male Mono TS Gold Tip to XLR Female Jack Speaker Audio AMP Cable 2m609 $0.90 Time Remaining: 1d 15h 5m Buy It Now for only: $2.88 |
 Summit Audio 2BA 221 Mic Line Pre Amp NEW Free Ship $679.00 Time Remaining: 4d 19h 59m Buy It Now for only: $679.00 |
 2 Small PA Music Amplifiers 7 Watt Amps Mono Mic and Aux inputs $30.00 Time Remaining: 6d 13h 50m Buy It Now for only: $60.00 |
 Pyle PWMA2003T 2000Watt Home Amplifier W Pre Amp AM FM Tuner USB +2 Microphone $145.00 Time Remaining: 17d 22h 11m Buy It Now for only: $145.00 |
 XLR Male to XLR Female 3 pin Balance Extension Extender Amp Audio Cable 2m603 $0.90 Time Remaining: 4d 23h 50m Buy It Now for only: $2.88 |
 On Stage Stands MS7920B Kick Drum Amp Stand w Boom $28.99 Time Remaining: 13d 16m Buy It Now for only: $28.99 |
 XLR Male to XLR Female 3 pin Balance Extension Extender Amp Audio Cable 2m603 $0.90 Time Remaining: 5d 3h 49m Buy It Now for only: $2.88 |
 SonicImageryLabs 995FET Ticha Discrete OpAmp New high performance upgrade $69.00 Time Remaining: 14d 21h 3m Buy It Now for only: $69.00 |
 Microphone XLR mic cables and amp cords 1 box $0.49 Time Remaining: 8d 21h 45m Buy It Now for only: $25.99 |
Mic Amp
Using the Right Microphone Stand
If you're planning to set up a home music studio or a professional recording studio you'll need to consider the amount of equipment that you'll need. Microphone stands are one of the things that are a must. A live show will also need mic stands. Not just for the singers but also for the instruments and amps. There are a number of types and brands to consider. When buyers take a close look at microphone technology, they'll definitely want to know what's the steadiest, most reliable and the most cost effective. Here are some basic tips about some of the various features and uses for these three situations.
The straight stand is will be adequate for a band practice setting. These are adequate for practicing but there are better models that should be used for live performances which, generally will be taking more abuse night after night. Though more costly, there are mic stands that offer clutches that are very simple to position, especially if the stage personnel doesn't get it quite right for the performer. The performer won't have to awkwardly fiddle around with the height. A popular brand for this type of mic stand is Hercules which, again, is more pricey but higher quality.
Tripod mic-stands are not so great for live stage performances. When basic recording is being done, tripod boom stands, which are not meant to be moved at all, are better for positioning the microphone in tight spots. These mic-stands can be on the more costly side which is one of the reasons why the buyer can have some apprehension and are not so readily going to choose them, especially for general use such as in rehearsals. Also there are goose-neck attachments that can give an extra amount of flexibility for those hard to reach places.
For podcasting or in home set-ups there may not be enough room for a full sized stand that takes up floor space. The table top stand is going to work out perfectly and fit on any table or desk. The one recording can sit down with their guitar or sing at their computer even in the tightest of rooms. Another popular use for these desktop stands is for conferences and meetings.
Most of these options are going to be lightweight and easy to get set up. Many studio owners or renters do not have a lot of time to waste fussing with their equipment. The majority of stands, even the ones without clutches, will be easy to position and can be adapted to any performer's demands.
Microphones holders have a standard threading and should work with any stand they want to use. A musician or engineer that wants to use something custom made needs to spend considerably more. Stands that are made to order are not likely to be as inexpensive and can put a buyer off budget; but the overall investment is going to last a lot longer and will have a more professional look.
The price-tag will vary with the makes and types, hence the shopper should be knowledgable about what they want and what their uses will be. They won't have to spend more than need be. Making a budget that includes mic stands is not always that easy. Don't forget the essentialness of them. You can adhere to the defined budget, but if you go for the most least expensive ones, prepare yourself for them wearing out and having to get more sooner than you want to.
It should be easy to find stands that fit an artists wishes. Browse right now and calculate a budget that will give the buyer plenty of these options.
About the Author
Through years of experience in
composing
recording and performing, Bruce Hathaway is also an expert on
microphones
and other studio gear.
Is it better to mic guitar amp or go directly through Cab?
When playing live in a hard rock band, is it better to run P.A. straight through the other output on the 4x12 cab or better to just mic the amp? Reason I ask is, my Crate/Bugera Solid State stack sounds great without PA, but as soon as I go through the sound system it's all treble no matter what they do it seems, just sounds like crappy static.
If you're coming out of the direct (or line) output, then that's your problem. It's really designed to drive another amp, not go to a PA.
Guitar amps have a lot of high frequency output by design, and that's to try to overcome some of the high frequency loss in that's in the speakers. When you hook up to a guitar cabinet, everything is tonally balanced.
However, when you send that signal to a speaker system that designed to reproduce a lot of highs, then you wind up with way too much treble (and you've heard what that sounds like).
Some amps have what's known as a compensated line output. This means that the highs have been rolled off (to try to mimic what a speaker does). They sound much better than a regular line output (like you have).
Personally, I feel like nothing beats a microphone in front of the speaker. That way, you're capturing the entire signal chain and the interaction of the speaker with the air. A Shure SM-57 is the standard mic for guitar cabinets. I like to put the mic about halfway between the center of the cone and the edge...that gives a pretty balanced sound. But, feel free to experiment with the mic placement. Just remember that moving it a little can make a big impact on the sound out front.
For PA work, don't worry about leakage (the drums are going to be in all the vocal mics anyway).
And don't ever threaten to punch the sound guy out. Two people you don't want to tick off are the guy that's making your dinner and the guy mixing your band!
Good luck.
Greetings from Austin, Tx
Ken
Cranked Tweed Deluxe