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Title: Which batterybox/preamp would work for: Line Audio OM1 - Mic´s?
Post by: u2_fly_2 on January 25, 2024, 09:42:35 AM

Hi everybody,

I have a question regarding the Line Audio OM1 (Omnis) mic´s...which batterybox/preamp would work best with them?

http://www.lineaudio.se/OM1.html

Many thanks in advance  :cheers:

Title: Re: Which batterybox/preamp would work for: Line Audio OM1 - Mic´s?
Post by: grawk on January 25, 2024, 10:34:37 AM

you'd need a phantom power supply or a preamp with phantom power.  Thousands of options.

Title: Re: Which batterybox/preamp would work for: Line Audio OM1 - Mic´s?
Post by: jbell on January 25, 2024, 10:39:57 AM

Here's a good option!

https://taperssection.com/index.php?topic=204154.0

Title: Re: Which batterybox/preamp would work for: Line Audio OM1 - Mic´s?
Post by: Craig T on January 25, 2024, 11:00:51 AM

I run mine into an Apogee Mini-MP preamp.  I have an extra Apogee if you want it... $300.

Also, be aware the OM1 can put out a high signal for loud, bass-heavy music, so make sure your preamp can handle it otherwise invest in a few attenuators.  For example, I need to use attenuators to run OM1's direct into a Tascam DR70D.

Title: Re: Which batterybox/preamp would work for: Line Audio OM1 - Mic´s?
Post by: u2_fly_2 on January 25, 2024, 11:13:56 AM

Quote from: Craig T on January 25, 2024, 11:00:51 AM

I run mine into an Apogee Mini-MP preamp.  I have an extra Apogee if you want it... $300.

Also, be aware the OM1 can put out a high signal for loud, bass-heavy music, so make sure your preamp can handle it otherwise invest in a few attenuators.  For example, I need to use attenuators to run OM1's direct into a Tascam DR70D.

Thank you for the reply...I will think about it and compare...

Title: Re: Which batterybox/preamp would work for: Line Audio OM1 - Mic´s?
Post by: u2_fly_2 on January 25, 2024, 11:14:42 AM

Quote from: grawk on January 25, 2024, 10:34:37 AM

you'd need a phantom power supply or a preamp with phantom power.  Thousands of options.

Thank you for the reply.

Title: Re: Which batterybox/preamp would work for: Line Audio OM1 - Mic´s?
Post by: u2_fly_2 on January 25, 2024, 11:17:39 AM

Quote from: jbell on January 25, 2024, 10:39:57 AM

Here's a good option!

https://taperssection.com/index.php?topic=204154.0

Thank you :-)

Title: Re: Which batterybox/preamp would work for: Line Audio OM1 - Mic´s?
Post by: grawk on January 25, 2024, 11:19:41 AM

There's a good chance you can plug them straight into the R-26

Title: Re: Which batterybox/preamp would work for: Line Audio OM1 - Mic´s?
Post by: u2_fly_2 on January 25, 2024, 11:25:56 AM

Quote from: grawk on January 25, 2024, 11:19:41 AM

There's a good chance you can plug them straight into the R-26

Thanks for the advice...how about a Zoom H1n?
Can I plug them directly into it?

Title: Re: Which batterybox/preamp would work for: Line Audio OM1 - Mic´s?
Post by: grawk on January 25, 2024, 11:28:46 AM

Quote from: u2_fly_2 on January 25, 2024, 11:25:56 AM

Quote from: grawk on January 25, 2024, 11:19:41 AM

There's a good chance you can plug them straight into the R-26

Thanks for the advice...how about a Zoom H1n?
Can I plug them directly into it?

No.  You'd need a device that has balanced connections and provides 48v phantom power.  Usually it's xlrs, but occasionally it'll be mini xlrs or other connectors.  The zoom f3 and R4 will both support that, as will the Nagra VII, for different ends of the spectrum.

Title: Re: Which batterybox/preamp would work for: Line Audio OM1 - Mic´s?
Post by: pillowman on January 25, 2024, 11:31:46 AM

I run my Line Audio Line CM3 into a Denecke PS-2 (w/3,5mm output cable) into a Sony PCM A10.
Battery power is somewhat between 3h - 4hours.

Title: Re: Which batterybox/preamp would work for: Line Audio OM1 - Mic´s?
Post by: u2_fly_2 on January 25, 2024, 12:23:07 PM

Quote from: grawk on January 25, 2024, 11:28:46 AM

Quote from: u2_fly_2 on January 25, 2024, 11:25:56 AM

Quote from: grawk on January 25, 2024, 11:19:41 AM

There's a good chance you can plug them straight into the R-26

Thanks for the advice...how about a Zoom H1n?
Can I plug them directly into it?

No.  You'd need a device that has balanced connections and provides 48v phantom power.  Usually it's xlrs, but occasionally it'll be mini xlrs or other connectors.  The zoom f3 and R4 will both support that, as will the Nagra VII, for different ends of the spectrum.

Ok, I see...thank you.

Title: Re: Which batterybox/preamp would work for: Line Audio OM1 - Mic´s?
Post by: u2_fly_2 on January 25, 2024, 12:42:26 PM

Quote from: pillowman on January 25, 2024, 11:31:46 AM

I run my Line Audio Line CM3 into a Denecke PS-2 (w/3,5mm output cable) into a Sony PCM A10.
Battery power is somewhat between 3h - 4hours.

Thank you for the reply...a couple of questions:
Is it true that the Denecke PS-2 unit operates off of a single 9V battery?
How about clipping...? Any advice?

Title: Re: Which batterybox/preamp would work for: Line Audio OM1 - Mic´s?
Post by: brn2rn on January 25, 2024, 01:14:52 PM

Yes, the Denecke PS-2 runs off a single 9V.

If you're interested I have an unused PS-2, cheap, located in Sweden.

Title: Re: Which batterybox/preamp would work for: Line Audio OM1 - Mic´s?
Post by: u2_fly_2 on January 25, 2024, 02:56:10 PM

Quote from: brn2rn on January 25, 2024, 01:14:52 PM

Yes, the Denecke PS-2 runs off a single 9V.

If you're interested I have an unused PS-2, cheap, located in Sweden.

Thank you for the reply...I will compare and think of it first.