GATSBY Posted October 11, 2021 Share Posted October 11, 2021 Sorry if this is in the wrong place, I've been away from Logic and this forum for 14 years and I can see things have changed a bit... I just ordered a new iMac 27" and have started to relearn how logic Pro X works but I'm confused about whether I need both the interface and a Mic Pre Amp? I still have my U 87i and through my research I've found out that my Apogee Element 46 is now useless to me. so here is my question: Do I need both? I think I do!? Also,I would also really appreciate any recommendations from the experienced forum members. I generally write songs and enjoy the creative process with two friends that come by to lay down tracks. Thanks! Henry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gacki Posted October 11, 2021 Share Posted October 11, 2021 Most interfaces have integrated mic preamps. Whether you consider those satisfactory or prefer an external preamp is more or less up to you. But from the way you describe it the integrated preamps in the typical USB interfaces are probably fine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GATSBY Posted October 11, 2021 Author Share Posted October 11, 2021 Thanks for the input gacki. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hybridarts Posted October 18, 2021 Share Posted October 18, 2021 I wouldn't discount your 46 just yet. Apogee seem to be working on it. And don't forget you can still use the preamps in a slave mode via adat. https://apogeedigital.com/home-feature-news/apogee-products-and-macos-big-sur-apple-silicon-compatibility-information#known-issues Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GATSBY Posted October 19, 2021 Author Share Posted October 19, 2021 Yes I read that but that could be months down the line. I went with the Grace Design M101 for pre and the Focusrite Scarlet 18i20 for an interface. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hybridarts Posted October 20, 2021 Share Posted October 20, 2021 Ahh very nice. I got a 46 too and thought it a shame they had such a short life. Cheers! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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