Embed< back to the Recording Studio Dictionary

Preamp (noun)

Type: noun

Pronunciation: /pre-amp/

Also spelled or known as: Preamplifier, Pre-amp, Pre amp

Related: Pre, Preamplifier

What does Preamp mean?

An amplifier that boosts the incoming signal from a microphone.

A preamp is a low-noise amplifier device that boosts the gain of a signal before being recorded, processed, or amplified.

A preamp is used a lot with microphones.

Preamp synonyms: Preamplifier

Example sentence: “We used the preamp on stage.”

< back to the Recording Studio Dictionary