Thanks. I hope it helped you.

Thanks for watching.

You are going to love it. It's my main preamp

Thanks

The Peak button sets the low and high EQ bands to Shelf Curve or Peak Curve, to increase or decrease the level at a set frequency (Peak), or from that frequency point up or down. Peak is usually used to notch out certain frequencies, where Shelf is used for broader range increase/decrease.

Thanks. I hope it gave you some better insight on the product.

Thanks!

You can use the TRS line level output into your mbox line in. Make sure the Studio Channel output level is on 0 (zero) and use the mbox input gain to adjust for best audio level.

I'm pretty sure the audio signal is sent to both XLR and LIne level outputs at the same time, and I see no reason why you could not use it both at the same time. Though I have never tested this, if plugging a TRS Jack disconnects XLR output. I know you cannot use both XLR and LINE level inputs at the same time. LINE level precedes XLR, so if you connect a TRS Jack plug, XLR is disconnected.

First knob on the left is the input gain knob. More input gain, more signal to the tube, as well as the Tube knob determines the amount of the signal fed to the tube. As I explain in the video, the signal is split before the tube, one path sent direct while the other trough the tube, amount set by the Tube Knob, and both mixed back again.

so how much is ur level at with 25 % mix ... m keeping tube drive at 25 % for vocals is it good....?

Interesting 🤔. Using the same cable for AT2020 as for NT1a? There should be no issue with either. Make sure you turn phantom power off when connecting or disconnecting.

I used my Yamaha AG03 Mixer/interface. I don't own the 990 (maybe one day, along with V69), so can't compare them.

I love my 990. It's sort of the bitch in my studio, I always give it the things I'm scared to give to my good mics! Always sounds great though. I've done vocals, acoustic guitar, clean amps, loud distorted amps, kick mic, and snare mic. Performed great on all of them but I'd say shines at acoustic guitar and as a drum mic.

tlm 103 or i heard the antelope edge is good

I use my Studio Channel or few of my other Mic-Pre every time I use a mic or any audio source. This allows me to control and manage the incoming signal to my audio interface, so I can good levelled (compression) audio into my interface without the fear of distorting the input of my audio interface.

Make sure the Bluetube v2 preamp VU level does no go above -3db at the loudest point. Then with your 1818VSL, using the VSL mixer software, make sure you adjust the input level knob up until the levels show enough signal, about 75% (since there is no db metering on the VSL mixer software), then you are good to go. You can always go a bit lower, but don't go too hot (too loud) in leveling. Hope this helps. P.S. You might get better signal if you use the JACK outputs into inputs 3 & 4 on 1818VSL.

You don't necessarily need it, but I use it every time on any mic, vocal or acoustic guitar, before any mixer or interface. Yes, even when I had a PreSonus StudioLive Ser 3 mixer. It's a personal choice. It doesn't magically make your sound better, but it allows you to control the dynamics smoothly.

look in book what you get with hardware

@@freedmundi5872 thanks for your unhelpful comment bud.

@@jay-sb5co just look in book omg there you have specification how setup it for vocal

This all depends on how you have your system set up, whether your audio interface has multiple inputs and outputs that you can assign is hardware inserts in your DAW.

RecordingStudio9.com okay thanks, And As per Sound of Tube What is Better ART ll Or Studio Channel ?

My personal choice is PreSonus Studio Channel, but it depends on the use.

Best spot for what?

@@RecordingStudio9 Hi, never mind I was talking about the preamp, but I saw your diagram,thanks alot.

I assume you have the microphone connected to the Microphone XLR input of the Studio Channel and TRS line out to Focusrite Line input. While you have the Output level to 0, increase the Input Gain till you have about -6db on the meter at its loudest singing, then adjust the Focusrite Line input till you get good audio. I can't see how Focusrite's volume can effect Studio Channel VU meter, unless you have wrong connections.

I have the TRS going into my input 1 in the back of my focusrite 18i8 and the mic is pluged into the mic input on the back of the presonus studio channel. everthing is at 0 o 12oclock. In studio one I have a mono track on input one but cant record any sound or hear anything

Looks like you are connecting the TRS output of the Studio Channel into the OUTPUT 1 of 18i8. You need to plug it into input 3 or 4 at the front (inputs 1 & 2 are guitar inputs), then set the track input in studio one to 3 or 4 respectively. That's why in you previous message, VU was moving when adjusting level on Focusrite. You REALLY need to read your manuals, before you damage your equipment.

It dosent say how to connect anything in the maunal, i just went by the box. Ok ill try the front input 3 or 4. In the focusrite conrol it say these are PAD? Inputs 1 and 2 can be changed from analogue to Instrument

The mixer will do all the job. If you are just starting, you don't need any extra Mic-Pre. maybe later on, you can add a Mic-Pre for its Compressor/EQ and tonal options.

RecordingStudio9.com thank u so much

Yes, you can. But I have TRS lead from the output into the input 3 Line level to my 1818VSL, so you don't get 2 mic pre. Line level goes strait into the A/D converter. Much cleaner and less chance of distortion.

RecordingStudio9.com Ah, that would work better. Thanks man!

@@FrankTheTankA1 p mm

I have never opened the unit, but I would assume they are hybrid. The tube is in parallel with solid state audio path, so you can mix the balance.

You have TLM 103 by Neumann and you want to move up? Lucky!

I believe you should learn how to mix properly first before trying to upgrade your hardware. There would honestly be no need to upgrade to avalon after watching your videos and the music you produce. You can get studio quality sound with the equipment you already have. Keep up the work, it's a process.

I appreciate your advice production has been a learning process. Thanks for the progressive jump looking back months ago up-until now. God bless you bro, and i wish you the best of success. IPMusic Heff

The compressor will reduce the dynamic range of the vocal thus making it more pronounced in the band. Depending on how your sound system is set, this may introduce feedback if not set correctly. Basically, if done correctly, the vocal will sound louder.

With PreSonus Studio Channel, you can have Eq before Comp or Comp then Eq.

Love to help but it won't work as every vocal is different. It's like asking me to give you my S size shirt for someone that wears XXL :). It's better to learn about how things work so you can get the best result for every occasion.

Are you using dynamic or condenser mic, or line level? Are you setting the StudioLime channel gain correctly?

​@@RecordingStudio9 I use a dynamic microphone, I haven't bought the preamp, if I can, I'll buy

if I use the condenser mic there is too much room noise

i set the mixer gain at 3 o'clock

I don't have experience with WA12 to compare. But I still use the PreSonus Studio Channel to this day (Sept 2022). Never failed me.

I can't compare as I don't own a dbx286S unit.

It's all analogue so there is no WORDClock. Using the LINE level input using the TRS socket will bypass the Mic-Pre, but you can still apply the Tube Parallel processing, as this is after the Mic-Pre module.

I use it for all of my vocal recordings.

PreSonus Studio Channel only has analogue in/out. You will need a quality audio interface to connect to any PC.

Ok thank you bro

This depends on the type and sensitivity of the microphone being used, as well as the volume of the audio source. There is no one “magic “ level. It changes all the time.

@@RecordingStudio9 I'm using a Telefunken M80 and an Apogee duet 2 interface. When I moved my buttons got messed up and now it's a hiss after I sing/speak. I've tweaked all my gains including on the interface and I still get this his sound

@@RecordingStudio9 And thanks so much for your knowledge :)

I use it for vocals all the time, but you can also use it for guitars.

@@RecordingStudio9 Thanks !

I respect your opinion but my experience is way different. I use on almost every vocal recording and when I send raw stem to other producers, I get great feedback, that they are very happy with the recording.

Let me know what help you require, and I'll see what I can do.

well i want some help with compression en fisic eq, setting, i work mostly with rappers, so i need some help.. thank you

It does not matter who or what instrument you are recording. You need to learn and understand what you are trying to record and know your gear how it works and apply. Example, If you are recording a bass guitar, we know it produces low frequencies and has low frequency range, so you adjust your gear to manipulate those frequencies till you achieve the result you are after. If you cannot work it out, it means you need to learn more about your gear on how it works, before you even try to record a bass sound. Eg. You need to learn how your hammer and nails works, before trying to build a shed. Knowing comes from practice. Hope that helps.

okay thank you very much, im only recording vocals, rap vocals

Hi, You may need to read the instructions. How and what are you connecting at the input and the output?

+RecordingStudio9.com Xlr Input Trs Output Into an Interface line input

Make sure you have enough signal going in, specially from the Mic. At least have signal to -7db on the level meter. Not sure how much you know about how Compression and Parametric EQ work, might need to play around, experiment and read up about them.

I use it for all my vocal recordings, even though I own 2 other brands of mic-pre. I love it.

Experienced announcer, correct mic for announcer, good compressor with de-easer.

Which announcer and compressor? :)

An announcer is the person that is talking. If you don't have experienced person with good voice articulations, no matter what equipment you add, it will not sound good. Equipment enhance the audio signal. Good original audio signal, good enhancement, bad original audio signal, bad result. What I'm trying to say is that if you want your voice to sound good for radio or podcasting, first you need to make sure your voice sounds good with even basic microphone. This comes from vocal training for radio talk. The equipment will just make it better. Than all you need is a compressor to level and balance it all out and make it sound good to the listener. Hope this helps.

Brian Chilla

Used in every vocal recording with no exception. Yes, very satisfied.

My whole voice over presentation is the audio demo.

Sure, buy me an Apogee Duet 2 and I'll show you how :) i.e. I don't own an Apogee Duet. But it should be no different than in my video. Connect your mic XLR lead to Studio Channel, then the TRS LINE output (1/4" Jack) from Studio Channel into INPUT 1 of Apogee. Then in your DAW, create a mono track and select its input as INPUT 1. If using condenser Mic, make sure you turn on the +48V Hope this helps

Corrupted Thanks. Which mic do you think I should’ve used?

It just seems that Mic has never had the best quality and with all your set up you would have something better like RE20 or SHURE SM7B or honestly anything thats over $300 your setup is awesome the mic just threw me off

Not many people can afford $600-$800 Microphone. Since my channel is about budget home recording setup, there’s no point demonstrating expensive gear. PS. Plus, I don’t have those mics anyway.

I have been using mine for the past 6 years with no issue. I use on a regular basis as my main Mic-Pre. Clean as a whistle. Could be defective unit. Raise support ticket and send them a sample of the noise.

I just got one of these and it's completely useless. I'm just going straight into my Apogee Firewire Duet for a much cleaner sound without any annoying bass rumbling and buzzing that this units puts out. Just use your DAW eq and compressors and you'll save yourself some money.

If you were recording with it live in a loud environment you'd hear it all.