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A Hardware IH: Mic Preamp Kit (MicPreampKit.com)

I don't see much hardware hackers here on the forum, but I checked the FAQ and I think it meets the criteria :)

"You're an indie hacker if you've set out to make money independently. That means you're generating revenue directly from your customers, not indirectly through an

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    Hardware! Finally! I've been wondering if hardware products would eventually start appearing on IH. As an indie hacker myself and the founder of PartsBox (https://partsbox.io/) which is specifically designed for hardware builders, I have a keen interest :-)

    I'm curious about what the end product is going to be and what the target market is? It seems to be a niche product, am I guessing right? (most people wanting slightly better mic quality will end up buying a Blue microphone)

    Also, looking at the boards, I'm guessing the final product will not be cheap, right?

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      This is a digital controlled mic preamplifier. Target market is the guy who's into audio recording, owns or works in a home/commercial recording studio.

      Also, looking at the boards, I'm guessing the final product will not be cheap, right?

      This one uses the exact same preamp chip used in a few commercial units selling for $2,600 for 8 channels... which translates to $330 per channel. Of course, those commercial units come finished in a rack case, and a brand name cachet. https://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/OctaMicXTC--rme-octamic-xtc

      My intro price will be way, way lower than that for a single channel. Maybe even too low and I'm trying to find the balance making it super affordable, without giving the "its cheap, must be low quality" vibe. :)

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    Taking preorders? :) I'm definitely into indie hi-fi. Bought and built my share of devices over the last 3 decades.

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      Will definitely be taking pre-orders. :) I have a small quantity of first batch for early supporters. I already have a second design mock up that I changed from "Get Notifed" to "Pre-Order Now" button.

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    Nice! I like seeing physical products on here.

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