OwenFerguson 0 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 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
enjalt 6 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 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
zachhodges 3 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 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
codamedia 909 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 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites