ART Studio V3 Voiced Valve Preamplifier: Why and How I Use It

[@PowercoatMusic]

Using an external preamplifier for recording specific tracks can be the difference between sounding professional and sounding like garbage. There are many brands and models on the market today and they all don’t sound the same. These devices have different attributes and affect connected sources in various ways. Quality brands are strongly recommended in this category if you can afford it based what you use them for. I wanted to share this information with anyone interested because it helped me up my game. I hope that it serves useful for you too. 👍🏿

[@wesleyhendricks153]

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[@kirajane4521]

the way you explain things is really coherent and it's been helping me a lot in learning new things. thank you!

[@PowercoatMusic]

Thanks so much for watching.

[@urbannpa]

I've had my V3 for about 12 years never any issues...I've use it to boost virtual synths signals for recording into tape machines.

[@jamescorvett]

i picked one of these up at a local thrift store for $4. even though I had to replace most of the caps and replace the ribbon cable it was a great investment! I use solid state amps so it really adds a nice warm tone to everything. Great explanation of its features !

[@PowercoatMusic]

Very nice find! Thanks for watching.

[@JamesCorbettMusic5000]

Had mine for about 10 years, great for warmth, taming the highs and slight compression. Set it to valve and you can push it to saturation/distortion

[@jimmykingsby4157]

Thank you for that very professional presentation. Just getting back to my music after retiring and this was a great help in taking my sax playing up a few levels.

[@landencrespin6550]

bro you crushed it. found you through this video and i'm glad i did!

[@PowercoatMusic]

Thanks for watching. 👍🏿

[@heavenlyguitar5913]

Great tutorial! Just subscribed. Thank you for posting this. 😊🎸👍

[@PowercoatMusic]

Thanks for watching and for your support.

[@regnadkcin1]

I use my V3 for VO with a collection of mics Ribbon, Small, & Large diaphragm Condensers. I love the V3, however can you demystify the Voicing Knob .

[@PowercoatMusic]

The voicing knob (V3) features ART’s proprietary V3 technology. V3 (which stands for Variable Valve Voicing), provides optimized reference points to begin the recording process for guitars, bass guitars, synths, acoustic instruments, percussion and more. ART ran the V3 pre-amplification circuit through a battery of tests and real life studio conditions. The result was a preamp that would be flexible enough to handle violins and kick drums, and nearly everything in between with the correct presets. I hope this helps. Thanks for watching. 👍🏿

[@G.Man-]

@@PowercoatMusic Thank you for your comprehensive answer, a year on, your reply has finally been 'liked' & acknowledged

[@DatTune]

thanks for the video. it was helpful, straight to the point. you've just earned a new subscriber. much love all the way from saudi arabia

[@PowercoatMusic]

You're most welcome. Thanks so much for watching and for your support. 👍🏿

[@clck5029]

great guy, love em.

[@SlyDanger805]

This is my favorite channel . You're very knowledgeable and extremely helpful . Thank You Kindly

[@PowercoatMusic]

You're most welcome. Thanks for watching. 👍🏿

[@ferox965]

I'm looking at this. Looks like a solid workhorse and economically priced.

[@PowercoatMusic]

I've had mine for more than 10 years now. Still going strong. Thanks for watching. 👍🏿

[@pieterjansenvanrensburg7322]

Have you ever replaced the stock valve with a better one? Is there a noticable difference switching to lets say a vintage mullard 12ax7?

[@PowercoatMusic]

I have never done that, and I don't know that you would notice much of a difference. If you try it, please let everyone know the result? Thanks for watching. 👍🏿

[@TechReflex]

Does the Tube need to be replaced after some time, and is it easy to find and replace the tube?

[@PowercoatMusic]

We know the tubes should be replaced periodically, depending on how much you use the unit. Heavy use (every day) would require more frequent replacement (yearly). The tube model is a "12AX7A, Dual Triode", which you should be able to find on eBay and such. Thanks for watching. 👍🏿

[@TechReflex]

Thank you, appreciate the quick response, and great video and presentation. :)

[@KeenanCrow]

Tbh not really for preamp tubes. Unless they go microphonic they can easily last 30 years or more.

[@WassupFred]

Good stuff here man!! Any tips on humming?

[@JEBJOSH]

Does yours add a bit of noise when you hit the +20db gain button

[@PowercoatMusic]

I haven't noticed that in mine. If you've had yours for years, you may want to try changing the tube, that may get rid of it. Thanks for watching. 👍🏿

[@JEBJOSH]

@@PowercoatMusic I just got mine

[@cwailit]

Mine does the same. Brand new. Not a bit but a lot of hissing noise when I hit the +20db. Also the hump noise as well. Something is not right.

[@JEBJOSH]

@@cwailit yes I had the mp. I had to return it. 😪. I wanted to get the art v3 but the noise issue made me skeptical on getting another art product

[@bacrispy]

Will this be good for Sony c100 mic 🎤??

[@PowercoatMusic]

Yes it will. Thanks for watching. 👍🏿

[@MichaelStoneham]

preamps are built into instrument amps too. would this unit be good for plugging directly into instruments like, Acoustic guitar, electric guitar, bass, ukulele etc. and can it be used in a live setting if i like it. also can this be used as a powered DI box? also does powering this using the wall adaptor cause interference like the previous models.

[@suzukiax100rd3]

I lost the 9 volt AC source, what other can I put on it and if it works with dc?

[@PowercoatMusic]

I strongly suggest purchasing a new one. The wrong power supply can easily destroy the unit. Thanks for watching.

[@xarpajou]

Thanx for explanations!!! I understand now why i must by one!!

[@wellingtondosanjos4784]

Nice content. Do you think it is valid to use live in a pop rock band microphone?

[@PowercoatMusic]

By all means. However, I don't know how well/long it would hold up to constant gigging as opposed to being stationary in a recording studio. Maybe someone else could chime in on that. Thanks for watching.

[@thestoicjourney3355]

Thanks so much! just bought mine today, and was looking for a video to help me better understand this Unit.

[@PowercoatMusic]

You're most welcome. Thanks for watching. 👍🏿

[@BonafideToolJunkie]

With the 48v phantom power... can you dial it back to a lower output, say, 24v?

[@PowercoatMusic]

No you cannot. Thanks for watching. 👍🏿

[@fabiannacht1784]

Are there any digital chips in the audio path?

[@yongski5488]

Hi i like your background set up, if possible could you do an episode on your wall soundproofing please?

[@PowercoatMusic]

I will put that on the list. Thanks for watching. 👍🏿

[@terrelldunn3973]

Is there much difference between this model and the Art MP preamp? Thanks. I’m now a subscriber. Love your videos. Very clear and easy to understand.

[@PowercoatMusic]

While it's primary application is to be used with a microphone, the Tube MP Studio V3 can also function as a direct box - impedance matching, amplifying, and improving the sound of any instrument plugged into it. The design of the Tube MP Studio V3 allows it to add warmth and fatness to a signal while maintaining low-noise. The Tube MP Studio V3 features all the tone and functionality of its predecessor, the Tube MP. Phase Reverse, +48v phantom power, clip LED, and a +20dB switch are all included, as well as an analog VU meter for visual tracking of the signal. I hope this helps and thanks for watching.

[@WavetableMetaphysics]

Again you make great content and the way you break it down is extremely well. Your tape on Roland Integra 7 had me get that box. A “go to” for high quality preset sound libraries. I may have to get this… have the TPS2 it seem like the rack version of this but I like it on instruments so if I got this it would be for vocals tracking for certain. Has the same 16 flavours as TPS2 on the main selector pot.

[@PowercoatMusic]

Thanks for watching and sharing. 👍🏿

[@WavetableMetaphysics]

@@PowercoatMusic Deffly! I just received my Tube MP today! But mine is like greyish black…. I thought they were blue? Did they sell me a knock off? What’s the difference🤔if you know please let me know…🤔🙏

[@PowercoatMusic]

@@WavetableMetaphysics Sounds correct. The grey appears to be their latest color for the unit.

[@prcption8636]

I already own a Apollo Twin X interface with its own phantom power but I’m looking at purchasing this for its tube character on the signal. Is it possible to add this in the chain before it gets to my interface?

[@PowercoatMusic]

The quick answer is "Yes". Thanks for watching. 👍🏿

[@millyisrael1988]

I have an Apollo twin x also. I never got an external pre amp until a few days ago. I went with a Black Lion Auteur dt. $229. With just my Apollo my TLM 102 got good vocals but not satisfying. But this black lion pre amp unleashed my 102 lol it’s beautiful

[@alecstewy2215]

I want to use a Roland vt4 with my vocals. So what order would I hook it up in? I would have mic, the vt4, the studio v3, and the mixer?

[@PowercoatMusic]

Suggested order is Mic, V3, VT4, mixer. Thanks for watching. 👍🏿

[@kubbykool7983]

If I use this to connect my microphone to the tascam dp32sd, will I still have to turn on the phantom power button on the tascam in addition to the phantom power button of the ART STUDIO V3?

[@PowercoatMusic]

No you don't. Thanks for watching. 👍🏿

[@kubbykool7983]

@@PowercoatMusic Thanks for your reply. I just ordered the ART STUDIO V3 a few hours ago. 👍🏽

[@RonDufromDaBX]

How do you like it? ​@@kubbykool7983

[@Hope20250]

Hi there, can I use a XLR output from my ART Studio V3 also as a line output via a compressor and then to my External soundcard only with XLR's? ( for a mike ) Thanks in advance. 👍

[@PowercoatMusic]

Yes you can. Thanks for watching. 👍🏿

[@Hope20250]

@@PowercoatMusic Hi there, I'm sorry, but I meant XLR cables ?! Thanks for your reply ! 👍

[@nicolasruggiero]

Thank you very much. Cool review. One question ¿Can I use The Studio V3 as a guitar driver? If i plug in a guitar and set Up The input to a very high level ( distortion), Will The valve break Up, or get very hot or something? What is your opinion. Thanks!

[@PowercoatMusic]

That's a good question. I use my unit for vocals and acoustic guitar, not electric guitar and have not tried what you're asking. Since V3 has a setting for electric guitar and a built in limiter, it should work. Let me know how it turns out? Thanks for watching and sharing. 👍🏿

[@joseantoniogomezberrocal8471]

Thanks for your video. Great review! Could I use this tube preamp in front of my solid state amp or through the effect loop to warm the signal of my electric guitar?

[@PowercoatMusic]

Yes you can. Thanks so much for watching. 👍🏿

[@fernandoore5478]

great video, great information, greats

[@PowercoatMusic]

Thanks for watching. 👍🏿

[@stoneysdead689]

If you have a preamp built into your interface is there usually someway to turn it off or bi-pass it- or do you just have to stack this preamp with the one built into your interface? I guess you could just turn everything to neutral on the interface huh? I play guitar and sometimes you end up with multiple preamps between you and the power amp, it can get confusing. With this though I would just be tracking acoustic guitar and vocals so it would just be this and the preamp on my interface.

[@crusherondadrain]

Hello, i had the same for a year then he broke, hopefully i had the 3 year guarantee, now i received the same and i have a question : can you plug it off when you don't use it ?

[@PowercoatMusic]

There is no power switch on the unit. You have to unplug it to turn it off. Thanks for watching. 👍🏿

[@crusherondadrain]

@@PowercoatMusic thank you for your reply

[@JeanPaulAussel-illustrateur]

very clear, thanks !

[@PowercoatMusic]

Thanks for watching. 👍🏿

[@radman1102]

Can you use it as a preamp for a pedalboard?

[@PowercoatMusic]

Yes you can. Thanks for watching. 👍🏿

[@PartyMTLcom]

Very detailed explanation. Good job!

[@PowercoatMusic]

Thanks for watching. 👍🏿

[@michellelaverickmusic]

I’m looking for pre amp that would take 1/4 & xlr output (DPA) from acoustic guitar for live usage so I can blend them before sending to a desk. I’m not sure if this unit is right for me. I’ve looked at Grace Felix but it’s a pricey unit. Any ideas?

[@PowercoatMusic]

I use this unit because it's price is reasonable, it's portable, and it more than gets the job done. Thanks for watching.

[@isburov]

Здравствуйте! Хочу поменять лампу на этом устройстве. Можете посоветовать какую именно я могу взять. Наткнулся на Gold Lion 12AX7 , все её советуют

[@PowercoatMusic]

Эта модель должна работать. Спасибо за просмотр.

[@music_cult7165]

i love this page can't wait for more tascam dp videos

[@PowercoatMusic]

Hang tight, more are coming. Thanks for watching. 👍🏿

[@91oktayne48]

Do i need a compressor? Or is a V3 PreAmp & Interface just fine?

[@salthedrummer1]

great job my friend

[@PowercoatMusic]

Thanks for watching.

[@jaredmartin9192]

All your videos are great

[@PowercoatMusic]

Thanks so much for watching. 👍🏿

[@Urbie4]

Hi! I'm using this preamp with an Audio Technica Pro 35 condenser mic clipped onto the bell of a trombone (a spiky input), so my main interest is the limiter. After the preamp, the next item in my signal path is an Eventide H9 stomp box. For the most part, this works fine, but there are certain effects (such as an AutoWah) that get easily overloaded and distort. I've been fooling with both the Input and Output controls on the ART, in conjunction with using one of the OPL settings on the big knob -- but still having trouble getting it set so a sharp attack doesn't overload the Eventide. (I've already got the input gain on the Eventide set as low as possible, which is the default setting anyway.) Is there a setting I need to use besides just selecting one of the OPL settings, to make it function as a limiter, so no matter how loud a note I nail on my horn, it won't overload? Or am I asking too much? :D Thanks!

[@theoracle8944]

Excellent video thank you

[@skillhala]

Thanks for the review!

[@PowercoatMusic]

Thanks for watching. It's appreciated. 👍🏿

[@jurandiandradedeamorim1566]

Como liga na mesa de som e o microfone

[@itscrewston6684]

Do you have to use the power adapter? Or will phantom power work

[@PowercoatMusic]

You need the power adapter to invoke all of the functionality of the unit. This is required. Thanks for watching. 👍🏿

[@fabiannacht1784]

Is this a pure analogue pre amp? Anyone know? Thanks in advance

[@ChristopherMichaelMusic]

Great info! Thanks for sharing

[@ENTBMC]

Crazy how I’m just now looking into theses and I find this very helpful video, thank you ! Would you recommend the v3 over the original? I bought mine before I knew there was a V3

[@PowercoatMusic]

Yes, I would. The V3 has been on the market for well over a decade and is a great unit. If it fits your requirements, I would strongly suggest it. Thanks for watching and sharing. 👍🏿

[@StanwoodSpartans]

Why is the tube not glowing?

[@es-ey6192]

Why is my VU meter not moving when I sing?

[@PowercoatMusic]

If your mic is connected via XLR cable, you may need to turn on the Phantom Power. Thanks for watching. 👍🏿

[@es-ey6192]

@@PowercoatMusic Ok bro thanks

[@frankgarso]

Thank You I'm buying it.

[@PowercoatMusic]

You're most welcome. Thanks for watching. 👍🏿

[@amajangwanjalanko9774]

thank you for the help

[@PowercoatMusic]

You're most welcome. 👍🏿

[@maurigarciamusic]

I Was thinking about to conect the output of my isa one preamp to this art tube to add some warm with good quality, maybe changing the tube. What you think about it?

[@PowercoatMusic]

There are some possibilities there. Give it a try and please let me know how it works for you? Thanks for watching. 👍🏿

[@jameslifetimelearner]

I tried and decided it would be too invasive. Rolling tubes in my MPA was very satisfying

[@vznrecords6699]

why my VuMeter doesn't work?

[@wesleyhendricks153]

Some reviews says that it adds lots of hiss. I did check out the Art preamp model without the variable intrument knob in the store and it was really quiet. But wanted to get this one with variable amounts of tube tone that one can add.

[@dunkirkaccess5720]

do you still use this?

[@PowercoatMusic]

Yes I do. Thanks for watching.

[@brianbischoff3752]

I always used mine in a live setting... does anybody else ???

[@BojanBojovic]

Dying to know what this voicing actually does. Probably some kind of a simple EQ curve.

[@julianor.7050]

Boa explicação

[@topa1798]

I subscribed your channel multiple times but evertime your channel post anything I noticed the subscribe button is red and the bell is not click..maybe there is lot more your subscriber having the same problem subscribing your channel

[@PowercoatMusic]

Thanks for the update! I'll have KZbin look into the issue. Thanks for watching. 👍🏿

[@hiyg]

Play at x1.25 speed

[@BGODMUSIC]

Neil degrasse Tyson of studio equipment nice...

[@PowercoatMusic]

Thanks for watching. 👍🏿

[@fabiannacht1784]

Are there any digital chips in the audio path?