The Art Of Choosing A Microphone Preamplifier // TRAIN BRAIN

The Art Of Choosing A Microphone Preamplifier

The microphone preamp you choose can have a huge impact on the character of the sound you record. Join me as Sean, from Cranborne Audio, explains the difference between clean and colorful preamps and how to choose the best one for each situation.
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