Hardware V Software

[bknot1]

I know alot of folks are using software now for their projects..and a few still use hardware..just wanted to know you all take on the whole thing..

I'm bout to goto hardware for recording..had to many problem with software freezing, losing data, and something quality.. so I'm bout to pick up a Multitrack Recorder.. 1st choice right now is the Korg D3200, 2nd is the Tascam 2488..

so what software or hardware do you feel is right for semi-pro/pro recording..

lets have a good discussion on this topic

[Trumpspade]

I guess the best logical answer would be "Whatever works for you". I utilize both because they both serve a purpose for what I am trying to do. I like software (Reason, FL) for the comfort and ability to do things that would be harder for me to do with hardware as far as instrumentals. But I prefer to record on hardware because I love touching the faders, I like the effects better, and I had it for so long I know what command does what. Although I do transfer so things to Sonar to add a little more to it. I bounce back and forth between the two all the time, so Both will be my final answer!!!!

[LAZI]

bk check your pm's....

[bknot1]

aiight will do..

[Fieva]

I love software, but I want to add some hardware to spice things up a bit. I'll still use mostly software for my instrumentals and I'll still record on Cubase, but I want to be able to do stuff off the rack modules and boards as well. The Korg D3200 is what I would go with if I had a choice. I love that thing just like I liked the D1200 when I checked them out at Guitar Center. So I agree with the both answer. I think going all one way limits the hell out of you.

[Trumpspade]

I had checked out the Korg D3200, that's a lot of tracks yo!
Plus, its price isn't sky high for that amount of tracks that you get. I have a 10 track, but when I'm done bouncing I have like up to 40+ tracks or something like that if I want. I like the 3200, Hardware gives me a sense of structure, I guess it is mental. Sonar gives me a headache because I don't understand alot that it offers, but I'll get it! But to merge the both, man you can create magic.................................>Yep Yep

[bknot1]

so true...i might go play with one this weekend depending on how i feel after my surgery tomorrow on my wrist..cause i make all my beats on my XL-7 CS now..and that 3200 would be the perfect add..

[MK-Ultra]

I just ordered one. Supposed to be in the shop here next Tuesday. We shall see.

[stray411]

Both........