Recent content by pitol678

I have a Tascam 388, a Marantz cassette 4-track and a Fostex model 80 that I use with a Tascam M520. When I record to tape on any of these sources, I love the sound quality. Its 3 dimensional and sounds exactly like I want. However, on occasion when I route the the recorded material into my...

Hi, Ive previously cleaned the heads with 99% isopropyl alcohol but my repair guy said not to do this, but didn't offer another option. Does anyone have anything specific ie a link or a brand name of something you prefer to clean tape heads with? Thanks!

Im on the fence about this and wanted to get other opinions, does this song need further de-essing? Thanks! 40 Degrees-mix 1 | The Mighty Lonelys

Here is a song my band and I recorded the base tracks Live (acoustic, drums, lead guitar and bass) into a Tascam M520 routed into a Tascam 388. This was only the second time we'd gotten together to play it so the transitions aren't 100% perfect (nor is the song for that matter) but I liked the...

Hi folks, I built a plate reverb about 4 years ago and about a month after I finished it, our twins were born, and needless to say it was put on the back burner. Recently Ive had more time to get back into writing/recording and want to use it for a new EP thats close to the mixing stage. So, Im...

Hi all, I have an opportunity to get an MS16 1" but the seller says he doesn't have the remote for it. Does this limit any functions? I have a Tascam M520 which I'm under the impression that it makes a good combo with the MS16. I know little about the machine other than it looks to be in good...

plate reverb ...and the plate

Hahaha, Nah you guys didn't scare me away, Just had a super crazy/long week at work and hadn't had a chance to reply. TONS of good advice thus far and a lot to digest. I'll probably hold off for recapping for now but may try eventually. How are any of you all connecting outboard gear to the...

Hello everyone, This is my first post here but Ive been reading sweetbeats' epic "Tascam M520 Story" thread and have thoroughly enjoyed it. I picked up my 520 about a month ago and its in great cosmetic condition and sounds great and very 3D compared to what Ive been using which has thus far...