#486268 - 03/16/03 10:26 PM
DACS MicAmp vs Buzz Audio MA2.2?
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richard
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Hey gear junkies
Everyone who owns either of these pres speaks about them in awed tones like religious converts! I'm sure they ain't lying and I suspect I can't go far wrtong with either but has anybody actually had a chance to AB these two? I normally never buy stuff blind but I'm in a hurry...
could the transformer option on the Buzz swing it?
They'll be used mostly for vocals and percussion with elux251, u99, tlm170 and M147 mics
Richard
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#486269 - 03/17/03 03:35 AM
Re: DACS MicAmp vs Buzz Audio MA2.2?
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Dot
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I haven't tried a Buzz yet but there's one on the way. We have a DACS here along with about 30 other mic pres. The DACS Clarity came in a few weeks ago and I have to say I am floored by the clarity and detail this mic amp gives.
We ran some 451's in XY on OH's and the DACS picked up more detail than any other pre. You could actually hear the individual snares.
I would describe the sonics of the DACS as having the character of a Martech or Millennia with the punch of API.
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#486270 - 03/17/03 04:08 AM
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NYC Drew
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Hi Dot,
Long time no speak.
Go easy with me, cuz I'm a little slow, and certainly not one of the sharper blades around here...
Which is more telling, recording music, or recording tones (and/or a combination of tones) to see how each mic captures that tone?
For example, a mic set to record a bunch of different freq from sub thru supersonic, and see how they do?
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#486272 - 03/24/03 03:28 PM
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richard
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thanks Tim
I've ordered the MA2.2 with the transformer option. I think I'll try to check it against the DACs before I decide to keep it if DACS will send me one. I'll post my impressions here if I do it
I'm sure I'll want them both!
Richard
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#486273 - 03/24/03 08:00 PM
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Submersible
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Originally posted by The Buzz:
Oh, and the Sowter transformers do fatten up the bottom end of the MA2.2 alittle, nice addition, and you still get access to the direct output as well.
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#486274 - 03/25/03 03:12 AM
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tc4542@home.com
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The MA2.2 with the Manley Ref Card or Gold is to die for...., best vocal sound I ever recorded.
Thanks,
Ted.
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#486275 - 03/26/03 01:15 AM
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Katiedawg
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Originally posted by richard:
thanks Tim
I've ordered the MA2.2 with the transformer option. I think I'll try to check it against the DACs before I decide to keep it if DACS will send me one. I'll post my impressions here if I do it
I'm sure I'll want them both!
Richard
FWIW...Tim makes a rack system that will hold up to nine of these preamps, too, which I just bought. Well, I bought eight channels (didn't need the ninth). Unbelievable piece of gear. You can buy it without it being loaded up, and add as you need to.
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#486276 - 03/29/03 01:12 AM
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Originally posted by Submersible: Originally posted by The Buzz:
Oh, and the Sowter transformers do fatten up the bottom end of the MA2.2 alittle, nice addition, and you still get access to the direct output as well.
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#486277 - 04/01/03 04:02 AM
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The Buzz
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Originally posted by Submersible:
[QUOTE]Tim, for us MA 2.2 owners without the transformer option, is there a way to have it retrofitted without sending it all the way back to you?
hq@buzzaudio.co.nz
Cheers
Tim.
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#486278 - 04/01/03 02:29 PM
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Submersible
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Originally posted by The Buzz:
[QUOTE]You do not need to send it back and it's fairly easy, some soldering is required on the output XLR's, but the instructions are clear. You do still have access to the direct out via the jack socket when the TX's are fitted. Send us an email if you wish to get hold of a kit.
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