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  • Seeking USB interface suggestions for Voice-Overs

    Posted by Kalunga Lima on September 28, 2006 at 1:39 pm

    Hi,
    I want to record some voice-overs for a documentary, probably using a Rode NT-1A microphone (requires phantom power) into my Mac (Final Cut Pro) via USB without spending a fortune. There’s seems to be a lot of USB interfaces on the market with similar characteristics (Edirol-UA25, Lexicon Omega, M-Audio) but it’s hard to tell which one has the best pre-amp. I am hoping someone has first hand experience with these.
    thanks

    Ty Ford replied 19 years, 7 months ago 3 Members · 2 Replies
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  • Mike @ ear.net

    September 28, 2006 at 6:06 pm

    Hello Kalunga,

    For my taste, I would recommend the Alesis io 2.
    It gives you high-end A/D conversion 24bit/48k, is USB powered (supplies Phantom) and has 2 XLR, 2 balanced 1/4 inputs. It’s priced around $150. Hope this helps.

  • Ty Ford

    September 29, 2006 at 1:38 am

    But gettting a really good preamnp is another matter…..

    You can spend $1K on a really good preamp.

    And don’t forget; it’s the mic and preamp that determine the sound.

    Regards,

    Ty Ford

    Ty Ford’s “Audio Bootcamp Field Guide” was written for video people who want better audio. Find out more at https://www.tyford.com

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