Hi Doug / Neal.

Ok, so I know what a preamp is in guitar amp terms... But, not sure what you mean by preamp in this context.

You're saying use my PodX3 as a preamp. What does that mean exactly?

Yes, I am being that stupid. In fact, I want you to dummy it down as much as you can :D

I'm frustrated here. I want to get decent recordings. I have two goals.

1) Use my new mic to be able to record my new tube amp I just built.
2) Be able to record myself and my friend who plays bass.

I have a my laptop, PodX3, and Reaper
My Pod has a single XLR input as well as 1/4" inputs

My friend just bought a new drum machine with MIDI out. Not sure what else it has, I didn't look closely.

Anway, i just want to be able to record and have it sound decent. More than just like a little transistor radio. When i place the mic up by the speaker, am I supposed to play at a substancial volume in order for the mic to pick up the recording?


As you may have noticed I'm HIGLY considering buying a digital recording unit. Not sure I need it, but...