4073 or MixPre

[Mark A. Beal]

Hi, all --

I'm in the process of gradually upgrading the audio gear to go with my DVX and am trying to prioritize my purchases. Currently I have an Oktava (with BBG and K-SUS) and a Sony ECM670. On my to-get list is a 4073 to replace the Sony and also a MixPre. Does anyone have an idea of which would have a bigger impact on my sound -- a better mic, or better pre-amps? My leaning is toward the MixPre since the majority of my shooting is indoors and that's something I can use all the time.

 

[saneproductions]

Don't forget the other reasons to get the mixer. Getting the control off the camera, boom op can hear, limiters (input only on the mix pre), low cut, etc. I would go for the mix pre (or the 302).

 

[Mark A. Beal]

I would go for the mix pre (or the 302).

Yes, that's what I'm thinking. The 302 would be my first choice, but I don't think I can sneak that one past my wife.

 

[Oleg 2]

mix pre better then nothing , check used equip , you can hook wendt 2 which is better imo at least for the start or used 33 ,dont touch the fp-32/32a .
psc also made 3 channels and still making 1 channel preamp .
if you working interiors mainly , dont invest now for the shotgun

 

[lucidstudios]

I just got myself a MixPre, mainly for my sound op, to give them independent sound controls and monitoring system. I love it. no complaints.

 

[saneproductions]

Hey Mark, read the manuals for both the mixpre and the 302 and be prepared to sleep on the couch.