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>> The 744T's 2 channel mic pre has 70dB gain-- about 5dB more than the
>> MP-2. I've only used a Lunatec V3 a few times, but I agree with
>> reports that the 744's sound is similar, maybe more transparent. My
>> MP-2 mic pre produces a "rounder" sound- especially below 250Hz. The
>> 744's pre brings out spatial depth and detail in my MKH 30/40 M-S
>> pair that I've _never_ heard through my MP-2. I hope SD comes out
>> with a matching 2 channel mic pre add-on unit. Hard to think I'd
>> leave my MP-2 at home, but I would.
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>This sort of thing I expected given Sound Devices reputation. And why
>it's top on my list if MD goes away with no other optical drive
>replacement. Sounds like they have gone away from the transformer input.
>I like the sound from transformer inputs, not so cold and clinical.
That is a concern of mine as well. I love the sound of my mp-2 and
use a 302 at work. Does any one have any input how the new pres are
constructed? I love the sound of the thransformers they use.
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