Tritonaudio FetHead - Studio Preamplifier

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Before we look further into these alternatives though, let’s take a look at the Cloudlifter in a bit more detail. There are multiple models in the range but we’ll be looking at the original single channel CL-1 as all the alternatives we’ll cover are also single channel. Mic activators though need to be used with the existing preamps of a mixer or audio interface and they simply boost the gain of the mic which avoids having to crank up the mixer/audio preamps to a level which could introduce a lot of noise. Because Cloudlifters offer a drastic, almost night-and-day difference with a certain type of passive mic, many audio professionals swear by them. Cloudlifters benefit from the simplicity of their construction. The sturdy steel box sports just enough outlets and connectors to get the job done. This no-frills, high-quality design means that it can withstand show after show. So, be sure to use the correct version of FetHead (i.e., with or without phantom power passthrough) with your mic! When Would You Use A FetHead?

I’ve spent a fat minute researching the inline preamps recently to find the best mic booster for my podcasting setup. I settled for the Cloudlifter CL-Z even though I would have done fine with a FetHead. The FetHead works with dynamic microphones (both moving coil and ribbon) but not with condenser microphones. Fin da quando ho iniziato a utilizzare l'SM7B, mi sono reso conto che aveva bisogno di un po' di "aiuto" per raggiungere il livello di uscita desiderato. Il FetHead è stato la soluzione perfetta per questo problema. Si tratta di un preamplificatore a transistor a stato solido che si collega direttamente al tuo microfono XLR e fornisce un notevole aumento di guadagno senza introdurre rumore o distorsioni indesiderate.El único 'pero' que le puedo poner es que conectado al lado del micrófono, puede hacer que el tamaño sea un poco mas voluminoso de lo deseable (de las dos posibilidades es la mejor teóricamente aunque en distancias de 1 a 5 metros de cable la puede ser marginal) y el manejo puede ser un poco mas aparatoso. Offering 20 – 25dB of low noise transparent gain, the CL-1 has the ability to adapt to the output of your microphone of choice. This two-stage gain boosting, along with tailor-made impedance loading, makes this a catchall mic activator that can adapt to get the most out of your microphone. FetHead Filter is a Fethead version with a built-in 6dB/octave high pass filter with a corner frequency of 220Hz (other cutoff frequencies available on request). It is specially designed for microphones which exhibit an excessive proximity effect / low frequency response, like long motor ribbon microphones. The components which make up the filter are not directly in the signal path but are applied to the components which set the gain of FetHead Filters amplifier, thus making it frequency dependant. This way the sonic character which makes a FetHead attractive to the ear is preserved. De pequeño tamaño y construcción sólida cumple lo que promete, amplificar la señal de tu micrófono SIEMPRE QUE SEA REALMENTE NECESARIO (y lo pongo en mayúsculas por que hay gente que lo usa sin necesidad de ello). One of the biggest draws of the Cloudlifter is that it does not wildly distort your noise floor. This means you can expect clean gain with little to no added issues caused by adding this mic activator to your recording setup. Specs

This change of mind return policy is in addition to, and does not affect your rights under the Australian Consumer Law including any rights you may have in respect of faulty items. Performance-wise, it can add up to 27 dB of clean gain to low-impedance signals. FET-based designs have a reputation for sounding remarkably clean. The FetHead too has no issues with noise, assuming that the signal has clean gain at the primary level from the preamp. In-line preamps like the FetHead are helpful in this case—they give you clean gain to boost your mic levels without being too noisy. These features do some at a cost though and makes the McBoost a more expensive alternative to the Cloudlifter but if those features are important to you, it could still represent good value. The aim of the FetHead is to boost the signal cleanly by up to 20dB before hitting the mic-pre so you can use less gain and have a cleaner recording. It does this by using double jFET configured as a double class-A amplifier which is super clean and is conveniently powered by the phantom power from your pre. Phantom power is not passed through the FetHead and so you can use it safely with ribbon microphones (a phantom version is available if you want to use a FetHead with a condenser)The scarlet all-metal casing houses class-A FETs with gold-plated XLR connectors that yield a neutral and balanced sound. Being a direct-to-mic activator, the DM-1 plugs directly into the microphone thus eliminating the need for a second XLR cord. Performance As of writing, the FetHead is significantly cheaper than the CL-1. The lower price point doesn’t mean the device is any less rugged, however, as the metal shielded enclosure is sturdy and of a premium build quality. Testing the Two Inoltre, il FetHead ha dimostrato di essere estremamente silenzioso. Non ho riscontrato alcun rumore di fondo aggiuntivo o distorsioni durante le mie sessioni di registrazione. La trasparenza del suono è stata mantenuta e ho potuto sfruttare appieno il potenziale dell'SM7B senza preoccuparmi di artefatti indesiderati.

Ultimately, I omitted them because they are not quite as popular or are much of the same. The only exception to this is the Royer dBooster, which is a pricey but top-shelf unit. That said, it’s safe to say assume we’ve covered every mic booster worth contemplating in 2021.If you’re in the market for a mic activator that gives a clean gain boost, you’ll likely read plenty about the FetHead vs Cloudlifter debate. In this article, we’ll cover the pros and cons of these devices. In the end, you’ll have a much better idea of which inline mic preamp will best suit your needs! Lo compré para mi microfono Sure SM7B y me ha venido genial. Mi interfaz USB de Steinberg se quedaba corto como preamplificador para este microfono y el Fethead funciona de manera excelente para añadir la ganancia requerida de manera limpia sin capturar ruido. Comprar otro interfaz bastante mas potente tecnicamente hubiera sido la mejor opción pero hubiera sido mucho más caro, no obstante el Fethead me proporciona casi el mismo resultado (casi no añade nada de ruido) y me resultó mucho mas barato. Además es pequeño y sencillo de instalar (simplemente conectarlo al cable XLR entre el interfaz y el microfono). Llevo un par de meses usandolo y estoy encantado, ya que el resultado es más que satisfactorio. It also features a dedicated buffer amp to give you a consistent +28 dB gain boost regardless of the connected load. Moreover, it does a great job at rejecting RF and electrical interference, which makes it desirable for on-location use. Verdict The preamps of yore, that’s the 60s and 70s to be precise, were built to dish out 70 to 80 dB of gain boost without flinching. Fast forward to 2021 and the abundance of high-output capacitor mics has eliminated the demand for them.

If you have read our previous articles, you will know a bunch about the Cloudlifter already, however with a product this popular, its specs bear repeating. Cuando es necesario? Cuando los preamplificadores de tu grabador no sean todo lo silenciosos que debieran de ser (las grabadoras portátiles a veces adolecen de este problema). Para que funcione, necesitas activar la alimentación Phantom en tu grabadora, si no... no funcionará. Your Fethead will latch straight onto any XLR equipped microphone, or anywhere else in the signal path between microphone and preamp/mixer.The electronics are housed in a robust metal chassis with a balanced female XLR input and a balanced male XLR output, rugged enough for use at home, in the studio or on tour. Cloudlifter alternatives include the Triton Audio FetHead, the Cathedral Pipes Durham, the Radial McBoost and the sE Electronics Dynamite DM-1. All are inline mic activators which provide a similar amount of gain for low sensitivity dynamic and ribbon microphones. Compact amplification with a direct-to-mic design that provides protection for older passive microphones.

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Triton Audio has created a powerful little device it’s FetHead (and FetHead Phantom for condenser microphones) that allows an artist of any budget to reach their fullest potential. Like the FetHead, this is a simple plug ‘n play device. Audio-wise, the performance is top-notch and the device does not add any noise or coloration. If you are looking for a unit to drive long cable runs, the DM-1 outperforms the competition with the ‘lowest in class’ output impedance. Much like the CL-1, the FetHead circuitry relies on phantom power to work. The amplification provided is super low noise, and with a frequency range from 10Hz – 100kHz, the boost received is incredibly transparent. The low noise amplification means that when using a sensitive microphone, the usable dynamic range is extended ensuring any quiet vocals retain high audio quality. Other than these situations, a FetHead can be a great addition to your mic setup if you need a clean boost to the level of your dynamic or ribbon microphone. Detailed Review