Audio signal levels explained: Mic level vs line level vs instrument level – Mixed Signals

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This text covers various types of audio signal levels, such as line level, mic level, and instrument level. Line level is the standard signal used in audio systems and is a voltage level transmitted between devices. Mic level signals are weaker and require amplification to reach line level using a mic preamp. Instrument level signals come from electric guitars, basses, and some keyboards or synths; they can be high impedance and should not be connected directly to line level equipment. There are methods for connecting instrument level signals to line level, including dedicated instrument preamps, Hi-Z inputs on a mic preamp, or a DI box. Other signal levels mentioned include phono signals from turntables, which require special phono preamps for amplification and equalization.