My interface's preamps have 57 dB of gain. Given that this is so close to 60, do you think it would work alright?
1665842
The reason people specify having a preamp of at least 60dB is because you're generally going to run the SM7b at about 55 or so. If you max it out, you might get a lot of noise in the signal. I recommend that if you want to use this mic, you also buy a Cloudlifter CL1; it's $150, but it will give you about 20-25dB extra gain. Most important, it's QUIET gain. Take a look at this website for a comparison of how the SM7b sounds on different interfaces, with and without the Cloudlifter: http://recordinghacks.com/2012/06/18/sm7b-audio-interface-shootout/ 57dB may be enough to get decently loud signal--however, it may be noisy, grainy, and unusable. Get a Cloudlifter! The reason people specify having a preamp of at least 60dB is because you're generally going to run the SM7b at about 55 or so. If you max it out, you might get a lot of noise in the signal. I recommend that if you want to use this mic, you also buy a Cloudlifter CL1; it's $150, but it will give you about 20-25dB extra gain. Most important, it's QUIET gain. Take a look at this website for a comparison of how the SM7b sounds on different interfaces, with and without the Cloudlifter: http://recordinghacks.com/2012/06/18/sm7b-audio-interface-shootout/ 57dB may be enough to get... » Read More The reason people specify having a preamp of at least 60dB is because you're generally going to run the SM7b at about 55 or so. If you max it out, you might get a lot of noise in the signal. I recommend that if you want to use this mic, you also buy a Cloudlifter CL1; it's $150, but it will give you about 20-25dB extra gain. Most important, it's QUIET gain. Take a look at this website for a comparison of how the SM7b sounds on different interfaces, with and without the Cloudlifter: http://recordinghacks.com/2012/06/18/sm7b-audio-interface-shootout/ 57dB may be enough to get decently loud signal--however, it may be noisy, grainy, and unusable. Get a Cloudlifter! « Show Less
1665843
If you will be singing loud male vocal, you can get right up on the mic with no chance of overloading the mic. Under those conditions, you should be fine.. Other than that, if you need more gain, get a better preamp. The money you save by buying this mic should go toward a good quality, high output preamp. This mic, at about $350 can go toe to toe with mics costing $3000, and in may cases, blow them away.
1665844
Yes, I think you should be okay. If you're not satisfied you can always consider adding something like a Cloudlifter later on.
1665845
Yes, you can still record some good tracks. However, not sure if you'll be able to get much color.
1061459
Higher ohms are always compatible. As long as you stay above 2 per channel or 4 bridged you'll be fine with this amp.
1542648
If you pre-amp it you could hurt it. This is not designed for super high volume just nice normal levels.
658613
It really depends on your setup, but as Ray said about the gain at 3/4, that's a good place to have it. I personally have my frequency at 80-120
1858550
Yes you are right gain not pre amp set to about about 2/3 and RVC. Plus your MP3 player or phone to max
2218241
It should work but it's a little bit of overkill. You could pick up one of FiiO's analog amps for less and get the job done.
1695807
I think it would be ok for that. I think they over rate the amp to be honest. I returned mine because it didnt really fit my needs but, I ended up buying a all in one. For the money it will most likely do the job.
555181
I connected two amps to it and it could not handle it. Go with a better eq. Clarion EQS746 1/2 DIN Graphic Equalizer with Built-in Crossover this is a better option.
2222815
This will work as a phono stage/ preamp/ headphone amplifier. Will it sound better? That's subjective. If you don't like it just return it.
835751
Depends on the crossover frequency applied to the speakers but generally the answer is that they would be damaged. I would turn my gain to about 3/4 on the amp and you should get very high quality sound (depending on the deck and type of music).
13403
The pre-amp is self contained in the unit. It's output is fine to plug into an aux input of your receiver.
1656900
It would work. I'd look for an amp with a bit more power though so you can have the gain turned down and not risk burning it out The speakers will run 300 watts RMS I'm running two of these on an Infinity Reference 611a and they pound. The infinity puts out 456 watts RMS and I have the gain set between 1/2 and 3/4. The Kicker put out 275 watts. All of the mentioned watts are @ 4 ohms.
1617143
This would not be enough. If you want reasonable quality, you need an audio interface that would allow you to plug in (XLR or 1/4") and that had an onboard pre-amp. Look for Focusrite, Presonus, or M-Audio if you aren't trying to spend much money.
1022864
It should be fine. They can only handle 600 watts of maximum power so just don't turn your amp above halfway and you should be fine.
2260594
For the preamp you may want something with a bit less gain than a 12AX7. I keep a selection of 12AU7s, 12AT7s, 12AY7s etc. I have an RCA made metal can 6V6 in the power stage and its unbelievable. The dynamic range is huge.
708250
Not sure this would do what you are needing.It does have a set of state-of-the-art preamps but,Although a very nice unit,I don't think this is the device for your appication.
746089
I would say no. The comments I've read (on head-fi) say that to get decent output out of high-impedance cans you'll have to use something more powerful. If going the vacuum route, that might be the Schiit Lyr or Asgard 2. I am using my Valhalla with 32 ohm headphones so can't comment on how it sounds with 600 ohm headphones connected.