How good are the Digi 002 preamps?? Should I get

[Johnny916]

I was wondering how good my digi002 preamps are, I have the control surface. Should I invest in a high quality preamp? If so, which one?

[Saberon]

I actually don't mind the preamps on the digi002, they are quite clear and they are pretty receptive and accurate in the sample by sample capture through their A/Ds. Their preamp is nearly noiseless, and besides that a little noise can give an analogue quality to your mix which can be benificial. What you have to think about is how many pres you require. You might wanna consider a focusrite platinum octopre with lightpipe Adat option card giving you 12 preamps to work with. Its totally about what you wanna use it for.

Cheers
Cammie

[Chris Cavell]

The 002 pre's are very clear, very hot, and not very versatile (no pad to accompany their extreme "hotness"). A second pre to compliment the setup is a good idea. The 002 pre's are actually used quite often on my 002 rig, but having others is a must (I wouldn't dream of tracking drums with them).

[jjhuntfox]

The Octopre or the Digimax are great additions because of the light pipe. It gives you 8 more pre's and uses the light pipe input. I like my Octopre Mic Pres'.

If you want something a little more high end there is a cool mic pre kit out that is really high quality. Two channels for under $700. Here is a link if you want to check it out. You'll have to solder and put it together but it'll stand up to any high end mic pre out there. There is a tube and a solid state kit.

Hamptone Mic Pre

John