rene-lemieux
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So, I would like to start an analog studio on a budget. I already have a consumer lever tascam 22-4 4 track 1/4 inch reel to reel recorder, which sounds quite nice to my ears, a Roland Space Echo, spring reverb, some nice Mics, and instruments. I want to know what are the most essential pieces of outboard equipment I should buy. I am not looking to buy a whole lot of decent cheap effects, but rather get a few high quality essentials. What is most important, Pre-Amps, Compressors, EQ, mixing console? I am not new to recording, but I am new to doing it semi pro, and have never looked into outboard gear before.
Now, also consider this. I am into, and want to record pre 1970 style music, and I would like the recordings to have an authentic sound. Im a huge snob when it comes to production, and I want my stuff to sound RIGHT. Therefore, I am interested in pre 1970 equipment also, what are the best, and most essential tools I could use. The only thing I know about are AMPEX preamps, which were used in many famous old studios. I am also willing to upgrade my tape recorder down the line, what is the best one. I hear that the AMPEX consoles are very rock and roll sounding, that is the kinda sound I want. Are there other things I should look out for? How about compressors, are they very important? EQ?
Keep in mind that I am going to be trying to record pre 1970's music, simple, nothing too fancy effects wise (or is it???) Any advice you can give me before I jump into this would be very beneficial to me.
Now, also consider this. I am into, and want to record pre 1970 style music, and I would like the recordings to have an authentic sound. Im a huge snob when it comes to production, and I want my stuff to sound RIGHT. Therefore, I am interested in pre 1970 equipment also, what are the best, and most essential tools I could use. The only thing I know about are AMPEX preamps, which were used in many famous old studios. I am also willing to upgrade my tape recorder down the line, what is the best one. I hear that the AMPEX consoles are very rock and roll sounding, that is the kinda sound I want. Are there other things I should look out for? How about compressors, are they very important? EQ?
Keep in mind that I am going to be trying to record pre 1970's music, simple, nothing too fancy effects wise (or is it???) Any advice you can give me before I jump into this would be very beneficial to me.