Topic: Does the Marantz PMD661 have plug-in power?

[ulcer_remover]

Hello , i am wanting to use this mic:  http://contactmicrophones.com/products-sscond.html
with my Marantz PMD661 -- Is this possible?  This mic requires "Plug-In Power".
This is my first post here, thanks for the help!

charles

[aaronji]

I think the 1/8" input on the 661 is line level with no plug-in power.  If that is the case (check the manual to be sure), you would need either a battery box or a small pre-amp between the mic and the recorder...For louder sources, the battery box would probably be sufficient, while for quieter sources you would probably need a pre-amp.

[LeftoverSammy]

I think the 1/8" input on the 661 is line level with no plug-in power.  If that is the case (check the manual to be sure), you would need either a battery box or a small pre-amp between the mic and the recorder...For louder sources, the battery box would probably be sufficient, while for quieter sources you would probably need a pre-amp.

aaronji is correct, the stereo mini line in on the 661 does not supply power. Its line in only.....pre or batt box will be required.

[ulcer_remover]

Hey thanks everyone for the replies.  This was my suspicion.  Can either of you, or someone else recommend a battery box?
just learning about this kind of stuff, thanks so much for your patience and help.

[aaronji]

You can run plug-in power mics through the XLRs using a Naiant PFA.  Otherwise, Sound Professionals offers a range of battery boxes and Church Audio sells a battery box as well as some frequently used small pres.  The PFA could be a good option, as it might be a little more streamlined and you would only have one non-locking connection...

[ulcer_remover]

the Naiant looks great!