So this thread has evolved into a different question than the one I started with, but is still related enough that I think it can stay attached. I am running audio into an R-09HR (no digi / opti-in). Considering that this device accepts only analogue signal, would I be better off running Mics (BSC-1's) > PS2 > CA ST-9100 or Mics (BCS-1's) > UA-5. An issue to consider is that by pulling an analogue signal from the UA-5, it will have already undergone one A/D conversion, and then when it is plugged in to the R-09HR that same signal will undergo yet another A/D conversion. So maybe there are a couple of questions:
1- What would sound better PS2 > 9100 or UA-5
2- If UA-5, then what, if any, mod would be best
3- Does anyone know of any mod's to the UA-5 that would allow one of the analogue outputs (headphones, perhaps) to bypass the A/D conversion of the device? Who might be able to help me out with such a mod?
Thanks in advance!!!!
I want to start to start off by saying that I'm new to open-taping... I'm a long-time stealth'er.
I bought some BSC1's recently and plan on powering them with a PS2, and boosting them with a CA ST-9100 Pre. At the same time, I have been trying to offload my HiMD MZ-RH10 (listed in YS). A fella (non-TS member) contacted me offering a 1:1 trade for one of his homebrew pre's. Thing is I don't know him, and don't know pre's. I don't know much about power and whether it's easy or hard to make a pre. I'm attaching a link to his pictures as well as his spec's on the device. I am just wondering what you guys think about the situation... is it worth offloading my MD in order to get the combination power plus +26dB of a pre that he swears is solid and clean? Should I run from the whole ordeal?
Any and all opinions and insights are welcome, and thanks in advance!
http://picasaweb.google.com/strungup66/MicPreamp#
Gain= 26 db fixed setting
S/N = -88 db ( very very quiet )
Power =1 x 9 Volt battery*
input = XLR balanced , converted internal Balanced to Unbalanced for better shielding and noise rejection
Output = 1/4 inch stereo connector, use Headphone adapter (Supplied)for 1/8 inch
*- (may be 2x 9V's for the mic-powering model)