my iMic does not have the slider to choose between line and mike. It doesn't have enough gain. Does the mic position have a preamp?
776234
Yes it does. Perhaps the slider fell off and device is stuck in "line" mode.
776235
on the side there should be a slide. I have never seen one without it. The mic will give a higher level if the line is not giving enough amp. There is also a stand alone amp that has 1/8" inputs that I have used in the past. If you can not find one on here, try your local electronics store. Be careful with gain so not to blow out the iMic.
2035055
Actually, it's the other way around. You can use this...Focusrite OctoPre MkII 8-Channel Microphone Preamplifier with ADAT Optical Outputto feed it's (octo) preamps to that (saffire pro).
1011344
The only way you could make that work is with a splitter having both microphones feed the 1st (microphone) input. The other inputs will not have a mic preamp. You could use a separate input (not input #1) with a processor that had a LINE OUT, or use an add-on mic-preamp.
688151
you should be able to plug your 1/4 instrument cable directly into the focusrite - using the gain button to adjust. the pickup is amazing, it is hot - I barely turn up the volume on my small Alesis mixer and my martin rocks. I use the gain control at very low setting on my board. it appears that the Focusrite 2i4 has preamps built into it - so you don't need any other preamps. good luck, hope this helps.
1245904
I does have a microphone input. I'm not familiar with any lapel microphones.
668763
You either have a defective device or you have something set wrong. Note there are 2 separate input trim knobs for every channel other than 1&2, so theres a good chance you're turning the wrong knob to set your input gain on channels 3-10; make sure you're turning the mic gain knob if you're using the xlr input, line knob if you're using 1/4". If you're already doing that correctly, you have a defective board. Because of the gain setup I wouldn't be surprised if channels 1&2 are a little louder at unity gain than the rest, but with correct gain settings they shouldn't be louder unless there's a device or user error. You either have a defective device or you have something set wrong. Note there are 2 separate input trim knobs for every channel other than 1&2, so theres a good chance you're turning the wrong knob to set your input gain on channels 3-10; make sure you're turning the mic gain knob if you're using the xlr input, line knob if you're using 1/4". If you're already doing that correctly, you have a defective board. Because of the gain setup I wouldn't be surprised if channels 1&2 are a little louder at unity gain than the rest, but with correct gain settings they shouldn't be louder unless... » Read More You either have a defective device or you have something set wrong. Note there are 2 separate input trim knobs for every channel other than 1&2, so theres a good chance you're turning the wrong knob to set your input gain on channels 3-10; make sure you're turning the mic gain knob if you're using the xlr input, line knob if you're using 1/4". If you're already doing that correctly, you have a defective board. Because of the gain setup I wouldn't be surprised if channels 1&2 are a little louder at unity gain than the rest, but with correct gain settings they shouldn't be louder unless there's a device or user error. « Show Less
1188560
find a mic with a better connection. i had to buy another adapter just to use it.
1522666
Hi, It seems there is no input for a mic, you will need to go to the next level, the http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005Z29TYG, that has a mic input
876275
As far as I know there isn't, i havent come across anything showing me an input for ext. Mic. But, maybe I'm missing something. Love the camera though! !
346409
This isn't what I thought it would be so I haven't used it much. BUT, when I plug a mic into the line in, it doesn't work. I've gone through it to see if I have to tell it to use the line in and from what I can tell, it should be using it but I can only get the onboard mics to pic up sound. I have a TASCAM GB10 for my guitar and that thing kicks ass. I thought this was going to be another version of that but there's no guitar input as stated.As far as capacity it's all up to how much space you load into it. You use SD cards so if you put in a 2GB, I highly doubt you're going to record a set. So just get as big of a card as possible. This isn't what I thought it would be so I haven't used it much. BUT, when I plug a mic into the line in, it doesn't work. I've gone through it to see if I have to tell it to use the line in and from what I can tell, it should be using it but I can only get the onboard mics to pic up sound. I have a TASCAM GB10 for my guitar and that thing kicks ass. I thought this was going to be another version of that but there's no guitar input as stated.As far as capacity it's all up to how much space you load into it. You use SD cards so if you put in a 2GB, I highly doubt you're going to... » Read More This isn't what I thought it would be so I haven't used it much. BUT, when I plug a mic into the line in, it doesn't work. I've gone through it to see if I have to tell it to use the line in and from what I can tell, it should be using it but I can only get the onboard mics to pic up sound. I have a TASCAM GB10 for my guitar and that thing kicks ass. I thought this was going to be another version of that but there's no guitar input as stated.As far as capacity it's all up to how much space you load into it. You use SD cards so if you put in a 2GB, I highly doubt you're going to record a set. So just get as big of a card as possible. « Show Less
969740
You may need a pre-amp especially for recording input...also check to make sure your microphone is or is not PHANTOM powered, otherwise you might have to get another in between the line input for that to get it to work. I just had to order one for my violin pick-up as most amps do not have a PHANTOM setting.
1021284
To add onto the other comment -- Yes, but this product is very cheaply made (picks up a lot of noise/static). Also, I had a bad experience with this particular seller. I suggest investing in a preamp (which provides power for your mic) to get the most out of your microphone. Especially a MXL. That's what I ended up doing and it was the best move.
2203675
You are better buying the level up mixer. This one will allow it but not with 2 mike input.
2194719
Yes, it's a perfect interface for that. Just make sure you set the input preferences in whatever recording program you use, to the M Audio, instead of the internal mic. Good luck !
68868
No output is good into amp or mixer. Pre-amp would allow additional flexibility with eq and gain adjustments.
1230550
We had to return the one I got my son for Christmas. After we purchased the microphone I went out to get the adapter to USB. The computer said it was working but it never received audio input. I think it has to go directly into an amp. It seems like a great mic but doesn't fit our use. I replaced it with a snowball. Half the price and works great.
1794994
Yes it's a preamp. Your mic comes in and then out to the mixer either on channel or effects send