Phantom Power: If I am using a mixer that supplies phantom power with a phantom power mic, does the other mic in the mixer need to use phantom power as well?
2059790
It depends really on the mics you're using and the mixer your using. Some mixers have switchable phantom power on each channel, so you can turn on phantom power where you need it, and turn it off where you don't need it. Others may turn on phantom power across all channels, or across a range of channels. Many microphones that don't use phantom power can ignore it, some cannot. You need to check the owners manual (or manufacturer websites) for each of the mics you're using to find out. Another solution would be to use a mic preamp which offers phantom power. Besides separating out phantom power only where you need it, a seperate mic preamp is often going to be better than the preamps used in most mixers. For home recording projects I like to use an ART Tube MP : http://www.amazon.com/ART-Tube-Studio-Mic-Preamp/dp/B0002E50MC/ (inexpensive and works well), or a Presonus TubePre http://www.amazon.com/PreSonus-TUBEPRE-Mono-Tube-Mic/dp/B0002D0KG4/ . The Presonus sounds richer to me, but the ART works pretty well and has the advantage of being really affordable. Unless you're running through a really good mixer with great built-in mic preamps, for vocals through a condenser mic, I think a separate preamp is a better way to go.
846996
I does not have phantom power, so the lavilier has to have its own power or battery. Here is one example: Audio-Technica ATR-3350 Lavalier Omnidirectional Condenser Microphone but yes..as long as the mic conection is 1/8."
1450891
It's not intended for mics to be connected directly to it (at least that is what the documentation says - no phantom power)... if you need that then consider the Shark DSP 110. My band uses this for live sound. At the moment we are running the left and right house channels from our mixing board through the FBQ1000. We've only used it for a couple of gigs so far, but it has worked great.The FBQ1000 only protects two channels.
1186163
Hi, this is a dynamic mic, so it doesn't need phantom power, just needs a balanced XLR cable and a place to plug it in!
442040
No, it's a condenser mic that needs separate wired phantom power. It is a great mic though.
30661
Phantom power its ok to work. I mean mic power its the same that phantom power
1431934
Phantom power is provided by your audio board or mixer. Does have better response. Make sure mouth and mike are in close proximity. Works will.
1099682
Phantom power is produced by audio mixer or mic preamp, or phantom power unit. There is no XLR cable MtF that can produce phantom power by itself. Please check your mixer, it should have a 48v button.
2068195
The Behringer C-1 is a condensor microphone. It requires what is called phantom power. This is where the device it is plugged into provides 48 volts DC to power the microphone. The mixer does not provide phantom power. You can use an external power supply for the mic which would plug inline between the mic and the mixer.
102501
Yes, this mixer has 48v phantom power for the two mic preamps. There is one button for both of them so you can't control them individually. They will power any condenser mic.
2014726
No it does not supply any phantom power.. there is no battery or power supply in this unit. It is passive. It gives you the ability to control you audio levels with very easy to get to controls. Gives you the ability to switch your inputs to line or mic, which will give you better sounding audio if you match your inputs! I use it because my outputs are professional(XLR), but the inputs in DSLR's are pro-sumer(1/8 stereo mini). It is very hard to control you audio level from a DSLR camera. The device also fits under the camera securely and looks very professional,versus having all these adapters and cables hanging out all over the cam just waiting to get pulled out!
474979
Phantom power is supplied by the board you are plugged into. Standard XLR cable is all thats needed
115110
Yes it does, two of the inputs supply phantom power. I currently use it for a phantom powered mic. :D
1501090
Phantom power is a power supply used to power condenser mics. The standanrd voltage on phantom power is 48v, but some mics may vary.
2143034
Since the amp has an xlr input for a microphone... yes the power supply will come in handy for a microphone that NEEDS PHANTOM power. If your mic is a condenser that doesn't have battery capability... it most likely needs phantom power. It would be rare that an amp in the category you are asking about would have phantom power available. A dynamic mic won't need phantom power and could be connected directly to the amp. A condenser mic that uses a battery won't need the power supply either. My question would be... why choose such an inexpensive "beginner" amp to use with a mic that would require phantom power (which is usually in a higher price/quality category)? Just a thought here... if you are capable of asking your question here... you are most likely capable of doing a bit of research yourself on the requirements of equipment. The manufacturers are usually very willing to help with information! Good hunting!!
2164369
The microphone needs to have a power source. If you do not have a (phantom) power it will not work.
2213905
It does require phantom power to run the mic - we have it for a violin and it has worked flawless and has very good sound. Would replace with the exact same thing if needed.