Re: [Harp-L] Harp mic volume/tone control?

[Richard Hunter <turtlehill@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

kmangelos@xxxxxxxxxxx wrote:
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I looked this over.  My opinion is that you are much better off buying an inline volume control from blowsmeaway productions (blowsmeaway.com).  The Blowsmeaway control is twice the price at about $50, but it's a solidly built, high-performing piece of equipment.  The device shown in the link you provided has two built-in cables and two rotary dials, which is 4 times as many things to go wrong as you'll find in a blowsmeaway volume control.

I've been using the blowsmeaway inline volume control in my rig for years now.  It's been consistently reliable, noiseless, and maintenance-free. Assuming that your mic has an XLR connector, it's the best gear available for the job.

Regards, Richard Hunter
 



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