Sequencing/indiv. track recording quest.

[SOUND DIAGNOSIS]

Would I derive more of a benifit from laying down tracks of a composition from a synth separately track by track in a multi-track recording environment, or just loading a sequence already mixed and panned into a stereo track? I imagine the former is the way to go. I am sure someone has an answer to this elementary question. Could you throw in an explanation as to why your choice would be the way to go as well? Thanks ---LEE

[shackrock]

track by track allows you to still mix whatever it is even further with anything new you will be reording, so i go with that. sound wise, if you were to mix it no different then the latter, then i see no difference. but i suspect you will.

and i also take it that you're talking about one element (perhaps a beat), that you can put vox or some live instruments too..right? haha.

[TexRoadkill]

Track by track gives you the greatest flexibility and sound quality.

[SOUND DIAGNOSIS]

Dear Spammis Prolificus (TEX),

I thought so. Thanks for the confirmation.

The problem I forsee is that this tiny "buzz" I hear when recording ONLY when I line input my stuff from the synth to the line in on my soundcard. I would imagine 10 tracks of this VERY low level buzz would cause a problem. Funny, NO problem with micing, only my synth. Signal is clean....squeaky clean, coming out of my synth. All lines are going into the same outlet (APC UPS)......doesnt sound like a ground loop hum...it is more of a buzz.....I have to diagnose this sucker. Maybe I am using a cheapo 1/4>1/8 adapter. Could that be it?? Any ideas, you all???? Thanks in advance ~~Lee

[TexRoadkill]

That would be a problem. Check the cables and also plug all connected gear into power strips originating from the same wall outlet. You can also buy some ground lift plugs (3 to 2prong convertors) and add them to some of the gear to try and eliminate the buzz.

[SOUND DIAGNOSIS]

Originally posted by TexRoadkill
That would be a problem. Check the cables and also plug all connected gear into power strips originating from the same wall outlet. You can also buy some ground lift plugs (3 to 2prong convertors) and add them to some of the gear to try and eliminate the buzz.

Hey Tex....is a groung loop hum ALWAYS a hum??? This is a distinct low-level electrical buzz. Could this buzz be a ground loop problem in your experience??? Thanks for the help....again....dude! ~~~Lee

[SOUND DIAGNOSIS]

That 3 prong to 2 prong isn't exactly orthodox. Can it be dangerous to my health? :O\