OwenFerguson Posted June 8, 2020 Share Posted June 8, 2020 So I'm planning on getting a Shure SM7B and I'd really like to run it through my Helix. This is the LT version, so I'll need to use an XLR to 1/4 transformer. Hoping someone that knows more about mics (impedance, compatibility, ...) can suggest a transformer that will work. Is there anything else I need to make a proper vocal setup with the Helix LT? Can I get away with just the mic and a transformer? (I was thinking the Shure A85F) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
enjalt Posted June 8, 2020 Share Posted June 8, 2020 IMO you'll need a preamp... The Helix have some but I doubt the LT have some (due to the lack of a Mic Input) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zachhodges Posted June 9, 2020 Share Posted June 9, 2020 The SM7B is especially needful of a lot of preamp gain. You'd probably need at least a pre-amp, and possibly a pre-amp plus their cloud lifter product for this mic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
codamedia Posted June 10, 2020 Share Posted June 10, 2020 IMO... Pick up a low cost mic pre, something like the ART Tube MP. Plug the Mic into that, then run that into a return on the LT for further processing. On 6/7/2020 at 7:38 PM, OwenFerguson said: (I was thinking the Shure A85F) You own an LT, and bought a good mic! Why compromise now? The ART I mention isn't a great mic pre by any means, but it is light years better than running a basic adapter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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