20 Best Mic Preamp Under 500 in 2024 Reviews and Buying Guide

 

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1 Grace Design m501 500 Series Microphone Preamp Grace Design m501 500 Series Microphone Preamp No ratings yet
2 80B 500 Series Preamp 80B 500 Series Preamp No ratings yet
3 XTUGA XIC1 Microphone Preamp for Dynamic and Condenser Microphones Booster with 2 Input Max 75db... XTUGA XIC1 Microphone Preamp for Dynamic and Condenser Microphones Booster with 2 Input Max 75db... No ratings yet
4 In-Line Microphone Preamp, Black Microphone Preamp Mic Booster Preamplifier In-Line Preamp... In-Line Microphone Preamp, Black Microphone Preamp Mic Booster Preamplifier In-Line Preamp... No ratings yet
5 MANAYO In-line Microphone Pream, Mic Booster Preamplifier for Dynamic and Passive Ribbon Microphones... MANAYO In-line Microphone Pream, Mic Booster Preamplifier for Dynamic and Passive Ribbon...
6 Acxico 3Pcs AD828 Stereo Dynamic Microphone Preamplifier Board Pickup Module DC 3.8V-15V MIC Preamp... Acxico 3Pcs AD828 Stereo Dynamic Microphone Preamplifier Board Pickup Module DC 3.8V-15V MIC...
7 Microphone Preamp Mic Gain Booster, 48V Phantom Power XLR Output for Dynamic and Condenser Mic Microphone Preamp Mic Gain Booster, 48V Phantom Power XLR Output for Dynamic and Condenser Mic No ratings yet
8 Mic Preamp, High Gain 48V Power XLR Output Mic Preamplifier, Microphone Preamp for Dynamic and... Mic Preamp, High Gain 48V Power XLR Output Mic Preamplifier, Microphone Preamp for Dynamic and... No ratings yet
9 elysia Skulpter 500 Microphone Preamp elysia Skulpter 500 Microphone Preamp No ratings yet
10 Coda MB-1 Microphone Preamp Audio Booster, Ultra-Clean Gain, Dynamic Mic Preamplifier for Studio or... Coda MB-1 Microphone Preamp Audio Booster, Ultra-Clean Gain, Dynamic Mic Preamplifier for Studio...
11 Behringer MIC300 Audiophile Vacuum Tube Preamplifier with Limiter Behringer MIC300 Audiophile Vacuum Tube Preamplifier with Limiter
12 XMSJSIY Microphone Pream Mic Booster Preamplifier Ultra-Clean Gain for Dynamic Active Inline... XMSJSIY Microphone Pream Mic Booster Preamplifier Ultra-Clean Gain for Dynamic Active Inline... No ratings yet
13 Microphone Preamp Mic Gain Booster XLR Output for Dynamic and Passive Ribbon Microphones Preamp Microphone Preamp Mic Gain Booster XLR Output for Dynamic and Passive Ribbon Microphones Preamp No ratings yet
14 Klark Teknik MIC BOOSTER CT 1 Compact Dynamic Microphone Booster with Preamp Klark Teknik MIC BOOSTER CT 1 Compact Dynamic Microphone Booster with Preamp No ratings yet
15 Donner Microphone Preamp for Dynamic Mic, RB-1 Microphone Preamp Booster, Microphone Booster, Mic... Donner Microphone Preamp for Dynamic Mic, RB-1 Microphone Preamp Booster, Microphone Booster, Mic...
16 Behringer MIC500USB Audiophile Vacuum Tube Preamplifier Behringer MIC500USB Audiophile Vacuum Tube Preamplifier No ratings yet
17 Klark Teknik MIC BOOSTER CM-2 2 Channel Dynamic Microphone Booster with Preamps Klark Teknik MIC BOOSTER CM-2 2 Channel Dynamic Microphone Booster with Preamps
18 ART Dual RP Dual Phantom Powered Mic Preamplifier ART Dual RP Dual Phantom Powered Mic Preamplifier No ratings yet
19 Klark Teknik MIC BOOSTER CM-1 Dynamic Microphone Booster with Preamp Klark Teknik MIC BOOSTER CM-1 Dynamic Microphone Booster with Preamp No ratings yet
20 Presonus BlueTube DP v2 2-Channel Mic/Instrument Tube Preamp Presonus BlueTube DP v2 2-Channel Mic/Instrument Tube Preamp

Bestseller No. 1
Grace Design m501 500 Series Microphone Preamp
  • Balanced, transformerless preamplifier
  • Grace's exclusive ribbon mic mode
  • 48V phantom power
  • 75Hz HPF
  • 1/4" HI-Z instrument input
Bestseller No. 3
XTUGA XIC1 Microphone Preamp for Dynamic and Condenser Microphones Booster with 2 Input Max 75db...
  • Elevate your audio experience with this microphone preamp, offering a clean and transparent gain of up to +75 dB. It's compatible with a range of...
  • This preamp boasts 48V phantom power and works seamlessly with both dynamic and condenser microphones. Featuring dual-channel inputs, you can enhance...
  • Designed with an XLR balanced output, this preamp easily connects to audio interfaces and other professional devices. Plus, it provides a 3.5mm line...
  • Experience unparalleled sound quality with its unique full balanced circuit design, ensuring minimal noise and no coloration added to your recordings....
  • Encased in a robust black metal shell, this preamp not only ensures durability but also effectively reduces most EMC interference, resulting in...
Bestseller No. 4
In-Line Microphone Preamp, Black Microphone Preamp Mic Booster Preamplifier In-Line Preamp...
  • 【Add +28db of Clean Gain】This professional in-line microphone preamp delivers +28DB gain Class A crystal amplifier circuit in the noise,...
  • 【SPECIFICATIONS】 Gain: 28dB (load 1kohm); Frequency Response: 20-20kHZ; Max output level (0.5% THD): 8.3dBv; Output Impedance: 135 ohms; Current:...
  • 【Requires 48V Phantom Power】To ensure proper functionality, the MIC Preamplifier necessitates a 48V Phantom Power Supply. It is important to...
  • 【No noise pure amplification】Transistor amplifier circuit adopts CLASS-A class amplifier circuit design, with higher-order transistor MP5+ lower...
  • 【RELIABLE QUALITY】We are a team of musicians and professional audio engineers who develop our products according to the needs of our customers and...
SaleBestseller No. 5
MANAYO In-line Microphone Pream, Mic Booster Preamplifier for Dynamic and Passive Ribbon Microphones...
  • [Purpose]: Boost up the gain by 28db for your dynamic microphone or ribbon microphone to amplify your voice clearly.
  • [Directions]: You can connect it as follows: Dynamic/Ribbon microphone → XLR cable → MANAYO preamp → Audio interface with 48v phantom power; Or...
  • [Specifications]: Gain: 28dB; Input Dynamic Range:102db; Output Noise<6uV; Frequency Response:20Hz-20KHz; THD+N:<0.05%@1KHz; Impedence:200Ω
  • [Notice]: Please make sure there is a 48v phantom power supply on your audio interface.
  • [Notice]: Please make sure that your microphone is a dynamic or ribbon microphone, this amplifier is not work with condenser microphone.
Bestseller No. 6
Acxico 3Pcs AD828 Stereo Dynamic Microphone Preamplifier Board Pickup Module DC 3.8V-15V MIC Preamp...
  • The piezoelectric ceramic piece is sensitive to the sound wave vibration transmitted by the solid, and is not sensitive to the acoustic vibration of...
  • Ultra-small volume dynamic microphone preamplifier board,two-channel design,suitable for a single lithium battery-powered,using AD828 fever op amp...
  • If you only used one channel,the other channel needs to short-circuit the input with GND,To avoid interference with the signal crosstalk.
  • Working voltage:DC3.8V-15V.This microphone amplifier board without power regulator circuit,can only use the battery or linear power supply,can not use...
  • Size:2.5x1.6cm/0.98x0.63inch
SaleBestseller No. 7
Microphone Preamp Mic Gain Booster, 48V Phantom Power XLR Output for Dynamic and Condenser Mic
  • HIGH GAIN: Mic preamplifier enhances your sound experience with balanced amplification circuitry with 6.5 single ended input gain of 22db and XLR...
  • 48V PHANTOM POWER: Mic preamp is compatible with a range of microphones, including for SM7B, for 55SH and other popular models. Comes with 48V phantom...
  • LOW NOISE: Microphone preamp features a unique, fully balanced circuit design that produces ultra low noise and clean sound, ensuring minimal noise...
  • BLACK METAL CASE: Dynamic condenser microphone booster's black metal casing is not only rugged, but also low noise by effectively eliminating most EMC...
  • COMPACT AND LIGHTWEIGHT: Microphone preamplifier is compact and lightweight, making it easy to carry and store. Perfect for home studios and...
Bestseller No. 8
Mic Preamp, High Gain 48V Power XLR Output Mic Preamplifier, Microphone Preamp for Dynamic and...
  • HIGH GAIN: Mic preamplifier enhances your sound experience with balanced amplification circuitry with 6.5 single ended input gain of 22db and XLR...
  • 48V POWER: Mic preamp is compatible with a range of microphones, including for SM7B, for 55SH and other popular models. Comes with 48V power for use...
  • LOW NOISE: Microphone preamp features a unique, fully balanced circuit design that produces ultra low noise and clean sound, ensuring minimal noise...
  • BLACK METAL CASE: Dynamic condenser microphone booster's black metal casing is not only rugged, but also low noise by effectively eliminating most EMC...
  • COMPACT AND LIGHTWEIGHT: Microphone preamplifier is compact and lightweight, making it easy to carry and store. Perfect for home studios and...
Bestseller No. 10
Coda MB-1 Microphone Preamp Audio Booster, Ultra-Clean Gain, Dynamic Mic Preamplifier for Studio or...
  • USES 48V PHANTOM POWER: Professional dynamic microphone preamplifier that uses 48V phantom power to add 25dB of clean gain to dynamic and ribbon...
  • MIC PREAMP FOR STUDIO AND BROADCAST RECORDING: Boost the signal of quiet instrument sources like vocals, percussion or acoustic instruments, while...
  • LIVE SOUND AT ITS BEST: The MB-1 preamp is durable enough for the stage, and quiet enough for the studio. For live sound, you can reduce line noise on...
  • PROFESSIONAL SOUND CLARITY: with -70dB noise rating you'll be able to cut through the mix without adding feedback or unwanted hiss and hum.
  • DESIGNED FOR OUTSTANDING RESULTS: Coda’s microphone booster is perfect for podcasts, live streaming, radio broadcasts, live sound, and studio...
Bestseller No. 11
Behringer MIC300 Audiophile Vacuum Tube Preamplifier with Limiter
  • Single-channel Tube Microphone/Instrument Preamplifier with Limiter
  • Perfectly matches any studio or live recording setup
  • High-end preamplification for all microphone, instrument and line-level sources, specifically designed for studio-grade condenser mics
  • Sophisticated output limiter prevents the output signal from clipping
Bestseller No. 12
XMSJSIY Microphone Pream Mic Booster Preamplifier Ultra-Clean Gain for Dynamic Active Inline...
  • 【Microphone Pream Up to+28dB Ultra-Clean Gain 】 Professional dynamic microphone preamp activator enhances the microphone with a super net gain of...
  • 【Mic Booster with Connection Method for Microphone Preamplifier】1. Dynamic microphone → XLR cable → microphone preamplifier → 48V phantom...
  • 【 Preamplifier with High Quality Sound 】Microphone booster preamp adopts a class CLASS-A circuit design, paired with a high-order transistor...
  • 【 Material 】 Professional microphone preamp is made of high-quality metal, with a blue and compact design, easy to carry, and a length of 10.2...
  • 【 Widely Used 】Microphone preamplifier is designed specifically for professional effects, enhancing the signal of quiet instrument sources such as...
Bestseller No. 13
Microphone Preamp Mic Gain Booster XLR Output for Dynamic and Passive Ribbon Microphones Preamp
  • 【Microphone Preamp】Preamp requires 48V phantom power provided by a preamp/mixer/audio interface,28 dB of gain to boost the audio signal of a...
  • 【High Quality】The rugged metal housing of M2 Dynamite provides efficient rejection of noise and electrical interference. You can use the mic on...
  • 【Specifications】: Gain: 28dB; Input Dynamic Range:102db; Output Noise<6uV; Frequency Response:20Hz-20KHz; THD+N:<0.05%@1KHz; Impedence:200Ω
  • 【Directions】: You can connect it as follows: Dynamic/Ribbon microphone → XLR cable → preamp → Audio interface with 48v phantom power; Or you...
  • If product have any problem,please contact with us.We will deal with it
SaleBestseller No. 14
Klark Teknik MIC BOOSTER CT 1 Compact Dynamic Microphone Booster with Preamp
  • Dynamic mic booster adds extra gain to your sound
  • High-quality preamp provides up to plus25 dB of gain
  • Phantom powered with no need for external power supply
  • Works with almost any dynamic or passive ribbon microphone
  • Rugged, road-worthy construction for years of dependable use
SaleBestseller No. 15
Donner Microphone Preamp for Dynamic Mic, RB-1 Microphone Preamp Booster, Microphone Booster, Mic...
  • Donner RB-1 microphone preamp giving dynamic mic up to +26db, vastly improves its ability of signal receiption. (48V Phantom power needed, not...
  • Donner RB-1 dynamic mic booster designed with CrystalTone circuit system, greatly reduces signal noise by 97%.
  • Donner mic preamp provide with SNR(Signal to Noise Ratio) up to 88±1dB, increasing the clarity of your mic.
  • RB-1 mic preamp is perfect for podcasts, live streaming, radio broadcasts, live sound, and studio recording.
  • Compatible with Shure SM7b microphone and dynamic microphones of other famous brands. (NOTE: Not compatible with condenser microphones)
Bestseller No. 16
Behringer MIC500USB Audiophile Vacuum Tube Preamplifier
  • Vacuum Tube Preamp with Preamp Modeling Technology USB/Audio Interface
Bestseller No. 17
Klark Teknik MIC BOOSTER CM-2 2 Channel Dynamic Microphone Booster with Preamps
  • 2-channel dynamic mic booster adds extra gain to your sound
  • High-quality preamps provide up to plus 25 dB of gain
  • Phantom powered with no need for external power supply
  • Works with almost any dynamic or passive ribbon microphone
  • Rugged, road-worthy construction for years of dependable use
Bestseller No. 18
ART Dual RP Dual Phantom Powered Mic Preamplifier
  • 2-channel +20dB In-line Mic Preamplifier with Variable Impedance
SaleBestseller No. 19
Klark Teknik MIC BOOSTER CM-1 Dynamic Microphone Booster with Preamp
  • Dynamic mic booster adds extra gain to your sound
  • High-quality preamp provides up to plus25 dB of gain
  • Phantom powered with no need for external power supply
  • Works with almost any dynamic or passive ribbon microphone
  • Rugged, road-worthy construction for years of dependable use
Bestseller No. 20
Presonus BlueTube DP v2 2-Channel Mic/Instrument Tube Preamp
  • Dual path, with both 12AX7 vacuum tube and solid-state gain stages
  • Combo mic/instrument inputs with class A XMAX mic Preamplifiers and 48V phantom power
  • Tube drive tube-saturation control
  • Illuminated Analog VU input-level meter
  • 80 Hz high-pass filter, -20 dB pad, polarity-reverse switch
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FAQ:

Q: How to make microphone preamplifier?

A: An Electret microphone or audio from phone is considered as the input. … This signal is amplified according to the gain set by the POT. The input signal,which is in the order of few milli volts is amplified to few volts. … The output of the preamplifier is given to the non-inverting terminal of the audio amplifier.

Q: Do you need a mic preamp?

A: You see, any mic input on your interface has to have a preamp. So you don’t need to go out and buy an additional mic preamp. Your interface’s built in mic preamps serve the purpose of amplifying your mic input from mic level to line level.

Q: How to build an electret microphone circuit?

A: Soldering Iron Soldering Wire Vero board.