Setting microphone preamplifier gain for both headroom and signal to noise ratio

Setting the gain control of your microphone preamplifier or audio interface isn't difficult, but there are a few simple rules to ensure complete success. Check out the Audio Masterclass Music Production and Sound Engineering Course at bit.ly/3W3tpKo

Rule 1 is to get a good strong healthy level, but Rule 2 is that there should be absolutely no clipping. This video explains how to find the mid-ground that satisfies both criteria.

IMPORTANT: You will find that the audio level in this video varies considerably. This is part of the audio demonstration and is explained in the video commentary. Further information on this topic is available in the Audio Masterclass Music Production and Sound Engineering Course.

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