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For my 2¢, I've been very happy with my Shure SMS94 Instrument mic. Get great sound out of it, paired with my Fishman Loudbox Mini. Also, even as a tall guy (I'm almost 7' tall) it can pick up both...

While Old Time and Celtic are my primary genres, my indie band, Ninetimes, played its first gig at Ragged Records in Davenport, Iowa, for RecordStoreDay. The Collings MTO did me proud!

Can't thank you all enough for your advice and suggestions. With my budget where it is, for now, I went ahead and got the Fishman Mini Loudbox. If need be, I figure I'll eventually sell it and work...

Good question, Dave! As of now, I don't think I need one, but maybe that's just out of ignorance :confused:. In addition to my old time playing, I'm in an indie band and it may be useful for that....

The Carvin sounds great guys. Sadly, a bit above my price point, at this time; I'll keep it in mind for future, tho!
Yes, I saw that charge. Great idea and also wonder how it pans out.

Hey all,

Looking at buying a Fishman Loudbox Mini. Been using a Crate CA30DG for a few years, but plugged into my friend's Mini and the sound was great! Before I take the plunge, are there any...

Hey, all about half price! ;)

Good point. Thanks, Mandroid!

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Man! Lots of great options, here. It's great to learn more about the tech side of things; I've been an unplugged player and great to be exposed...

Thanks, colorado_al!

This is great, Folkmusician.com. Thanks so much!

Cool! Thanks a lot, everyone. More questions may come...

Thanks, Folkmusician.com! Any mic preamps you recommend?

Great point on what I'm using it for, almeriastrings!
This is for live gigs with a guitar player (sometimes electric) and bass player. When just running the mando into my acoustic amp, it sounds...

Maybe a better question is, can you use preamps with mics?

Okay, good to know. I'm planning on using it to regain the acoustic warm when playing live (I use the Shure when on stage).

Hey all,

Was looking at a Boss AD-2, but am now reconsidering and looking for a preamp for $200 or less. Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated! Zoom A3 has been recommended to me, as...

Okay... now I'm thinking about waiting to save a bit more. What has been your experience with the Zoom A3, Ray(T)? Also looking at LR Braggs Para. Thanks!

Thanks for the insights/thoughts, Ray(T). That Zoom A3 looks great, but need to stay at around $100 for now

Hi all, anyone have experience with this preamp? Thinking about pairing it with my Shure SM94. Thanks!

Yes, those McClung armrests are a God-send! The other day I tried playing without mine; hadn't realized what a difference it's been making.

That sounds about right, Miltown. Mine stays behind the bridge, but I also have very large hands (I'm almost 7' tall), so with the pick pinched between thumb and between the top & center index-finger...

Cheers, Ivan!

Cheers, Ivan! Good to know :)

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Ha! Truth, Steve.

Ha! Good point, Paul :)

Thanks, Seamus, this [and the thread] is incredibly helpful!
Yes, I brush the heel of my hand, not resting. I hold my pick between my thumb and index finger with my other fingers tucked in, so it...