{"id":39929,"date":"2022-04-29T16:52:01","date_gmt":"2022-04-29T15:52:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.synthax.co.uk\/latest\/?p=39929"},"modified":"2023-05-31T16:29:46","modified_gmt":"2023-05-31T15:29:46","slug":"what-is-a-microphone-preamp-synthax-explains","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.synthax.co.uk\/latest\/2022\/04\/29\/what-is-a-microphone-preamp-synthax-explains\/","title":{"rendered":"What is a microphone preamp? – Synthax Explains"},"content":{"rendered":"
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In part 2 of our new Synthax Explains video series we take a look at microphone preamps. What are they, and do you need one for your studio or live recording setup?<\/h2>\n

Another essential tool in the studio, microphone preamps come in many different shapes and sizes. From single-channel devices designed for recording with just one microphone at a time, to multi-channel units that enable the recording of several musicians or sources simultaneously, there\u2019s a wide variety available and at a number of price-points.<\/p>\n

As the name suggests, microphone preamps are devices that allow you to connect microphones for recording, and can be found built into various recording studio hardware such as audio interfaces and mixing consoles.<\/p>\n

They\u2019re also available as standalone devices, and come in the form of portable and desktop units; modular devices like the 500 series; combi devices with tonal controls known as \u2018channel strips\u2019, and which often emulate the preamps found on classic mixing consoles; and of course the classic 19\u201d studio rack-mount.<\/p>\n

But what exactly is a microphone preamplifier, and do you need one? There’s a number of key features to look out for, so read on for an introduction or check out our video below.<\/p>\n

For an introduction to audio interfaces, see part one of Synthax Explains here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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What is a microphone preamp? Synthax Explains Video<\/h4>\n