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    B-1 vs B-3

    I'm looking for info regarding the sound of these mics. How does the B-3 in cardiod sound compared to ther B-1? Is it close. I'm looking for a figure 8 mic and if the B-3 sounds as good as the B-1 for acoustic guitar...it's like I can get 2 mics for the price of one. Anyone have experience...
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    ATM 4041 and the ATM 4051

    Does anyone have experience with these mics. I have the 4041 and wonder about getting a 4051. What is the difference in the sound between the two. I use the mic for acoustic guitar. Thanks for the help.
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    Event EMP-1 Opinions?

    Does anyone have experience with this mic pre? How does it sound on the transparent.....colored scale? Any mods available? Thanks for the help.
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    Isolation Question

    I'm trying to improve isolation when using 2 mics to record acoustic guitar and vocals at the same time. I have seen the foam things you put on the mics from Auralex...does anyone have experience with these, do the help or not worth the money? Any other ideas? Thanks.
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    Phase Question

    (I originally posted this in the rack forum by mistake) I have 2 unmatched small condenser mics. For recording in stereo, is it better to use the phase reverse button on the mic pre or to move the mics using the 3 to 1 rule when phase issues exist. The question is...does engaging the phase...
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    Phase question

    I have 2 unmatched small condenser mics. For recording in stereo, is it better to use the phase reverse button on the mic pre or to move the mics using the 3 to 1 rule when phase issues exist. The question is...does engaging the phase reverse button degrade the sound. Also, can someone explain...
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    ADAT track problem

    I have a blackface that has a problem with track 3. It will play recorded tapes but will not record. I'm connected to the ADAT by an Elco connector. Any ideas?
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    703 and 705 Mixed?

    Thanks for the reply...So if I read you correctly... 4" of 705 is better than 2" of each. Also, did you say that 705 is less expencive then 703? Thanks again.
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    703 and 705 Mixed?

    Would it be beneficial to glue 2" 703 to 2" 705 for more broad band absorbtion? Can you get the benefit of both this way? Thanks for the help.
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    SP B-1 vs KEL HM-1

    Does anyone have any experience with these mics. Price is about the same...how do they compare sonically?
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    Basement Windows

    I have similar sized basement windows. I was thinking about using Glass blocks. The ones that are about 12"x12"x4" or so. Does anyone have any experience with these as far as sound attenuation is concerned? Would they help or be part of the problem? Thanks for the help.
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    Power conditioner : The truth?

    Stopping Pops Do any of these things stop the pops that happen when the AC/refrigerator/or other appliances click on?
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    LRC Problem?

    My LRC seems to be having a problem...when I press stop it goes directly into rewind. Is this a auto-locate function I've got programed by mistake or is it a problem? If it's an auto locate thing...how do I undo it? If it's a problem, is it fixable or do I need a new LRC? Please help. Thanks
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    Green Glue and a basement ceiling

    On another thread I read that to more effectively "sound proof" a basement ceiling, it is better to use those hanging clips with U channel and 2 layers of sheet rock glued together with green glue then to use RC and two layers of sheet rock attached to the RC. Using this green glue method will...
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    SP B-1 vs ATM 4041

    Does anyone have experience with these mics. I record acoustic guitar and the word on the B-1 is that it is great for this application. I have a 4041 and wonder if the B-1 would be a complement or a duplicate. Thanks for the help.
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    Soundcraft Spirit E Series Question

    Would the Soundcraft be a step up from the Alesis 24?
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    Soundcraft Spirit E Series Question

    I'm looking at a Soundcraft Spirit E series mixer for recording 8 tracks. In their price range how do they stack up? How does the EQ sound? I'm having some problems with my mixer an Alesis Model 24...would this series Soundcraft be a noticable step up?
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    ADAT Question

    Thanks for the information. I'm going to build a box with a glass front door and an open back so I can see the meters etc and the ADAT will be quiet. Thanks to all who helped! Jon
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    ADAT Question

    How much ventalation does an ADAT need? To quiet the thing down, I was going to enclose it inside a rack case...do I need to provide vents? Thanks for the help.
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    Which Drum Machine?

    I've seen the Boss 770 listed as having a large number of preset patterns. I mainly record Folk, Country, Folk/Country Rock...this type of music...acoustic instruments mainly and voice. Does anyone know if the 770 has any shuffel patterns? Is it hard to program (I have an Alesis SR 16 now)...
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