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SoundSystem SiXPack 5.1 +
Misunderstandings
To avoid misunderstandings: quality miracles should not be expected from a "sound card" mi-
crophone input – not even one from TerraTec ;-). Please note that the microphone input does
not support microphones with integrated amplifiers (48V with extra power supply). These de-
vices, which are usualy found in professional studios or used for live shows usually have a
6,3mm jack or 3 poled XLR jack– so save your time and money trying to build your own adaptor
for the mini-jack. If you are planning to make a recording of professional quality (e.g. for voice,
song or instrumental recordings), there's no getting around professional auxiliary peripherals.
Dedicated microphone boosters or mixing units with the corresponding inputs and AUX Send
paths (or subgroups) can be purchased at any music store.
Please also keep in mind that the microphone input on the SoundSystem SiXPack 5.1 +
is mono - not stereo.
Internal Microphone Input Pins.
Last but not least, we would like to bring your attention to the internal pins located behind the
microphone jack. This can be used to divert the audio signal from the jack and
alternatively
for
internal connections. There are, for example, front modules with control options on the front of
the PC which make use of these connections.
