Hi
I have a field recording to do this weekend and I'm not happy with the
quality of the preamp that I have available.

I'm recording unto a Sony DAT TCD8 with a couple of Schoeps collette
mikes.
My questions:

Can I use a Nagra IVS ( my dad's store in my closet) as a phanton power
and as a preamp ?

Do I need to have tape running though it in order to be able to monitor
the sound?

other than the weight issue are there any problems with this idea?

Is there a a battery operated preamps in the market that match the
quality of the Nagra

I would use the Nagra alone but I could find tape on time for the
event.

Thank you in advanc for your help.