I really need something to record to.

That_Abbott · #1 05-17-2003

I need something to record to, and will buy *something* within a couple of days. Now, I plan to save up money over the next year or so and buy something that will sound decent, but for now I have a limit of $300. I had a tascam 4 track, but it died. I understand that for $300 I will not get something that sounds good, but I just want to get the most out of it that I can. I would prefer to go digital. I can't go for long without something to record to, so saving up more money to buy something more expensive is not an option right now. Please share your suggestions as I'm not sure of my options at this price.
ps I am looking at the fostex mr-8 but maybe I could find a better recorder used for the same price?

Cyrokk · #2 05-17-2003

This link is my answer to a similar question regarding using your pc and the price of going with other options such as four-tracks:

http://www.homerecording.com/bbs/sho...threadid=86461

Hope this helps,

Cy

That_Abbott · #3 05-17-2003

Well, I don't need portability so you would recommend recording to PC. I wonder if this can be done with $300? Keep in mind that I can't hijack this PC for this purpose.
On another note, I did some more research on the Fostex MR-8, and did I read this wrong, or can that machine only hold like one 3 minute song if you use all 8 tracks?!?!?!

That_Abbott · #4 05-17-2003

Hey, it might be possible to build a pc for less than $300 including soundcard? I was looking on pricewatch.com and noticed there is only about $14 difference between a 400mhz cpu and a 1300 mhz cpu(which is $35 including shipping)!!! I have never built a pc from scratch before but I think I can do it, if anyone has any advice I would really appreciate it.

One thing that would really help me is if anyone could tell me the minimun components I would need.

Downside Studio · #5 05-17-2003

Screwdriver!

SPINSTERWUN · #6 05-17-2003

Quote:

Originally posted by Downside Studio
Screwdriver!

LOL.

SPINSTERWUN · #7 05-17-2003

Quote:

Originally posted by That_Abbott
Hey, it might be possible to build a pc for less than $300 including soundcard? I was looking on pricewatch.com and noticed there is only about $14 difference between a 400mhz cpu and a 1300 mhz cpu(which is $35 including shipping)!!! I have never built a pc from scratch before but I think I can do it, if anyone has any advice I would really appreciate it.

One thing that would really help me is if anyone could tell me the minimun components I would need.

I seriuosly doubt that you could build a computer for less than $300.00 USD.

BUT..........................................

You could probably buy an older used one for that price.

whattaguy · #8 05-17-2003

It's a bit over $300 and there's no input/output devices (keyboard, mouse, monitor). There might be room to lower the price...I just put this together really quickly, but it'll give you an idea.

http://secure.newegg.com/app/WishLis...VIEW&ID=308226

whattaguy · #9 05-19-2003

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Abyyss · #10 05-19-2003

Quote:

Originally posted by whattaguy
Oops! That link had nothing.

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Offering a large 8-drive capacity in a convenient mini tower. This new Mini Tower is a cost-effective solution with the features and quality you expect from Antec.
Specifications:
Driver Bays: External 3 X 5.25" - 2 X 3.5" - Internal 3 X 3.5" (Quick Release Drive cage for 3.5" Drive bays)
System Board: Standard ATX
Expansion Slot: 7 Slots
USB/IO: 2 X USB (front)
Case Dimensions: 16.75" (L) X 8.25" (W) X 16.75" (H) more info-> N82E16811129121
$44.99

1 ea Asus A7N266-VM AA (AMD Assured Version) NVIDIA nFORCE 220 Chipset 266/200MHz FSB Motherboard Micro ATX- Retail
Socket A AMD Duron, Athlon, and Athlon XP up to 2600+
Chipset: NVIDIA nFORCE 220D (IGP-64 and MCP-D)
FSB:266/200 MHz
2 DIMM sockets support max. 1GB unbuffered PC2100/1600 non-ECC RAM
Slots:3x PCI 1xAGP PRO 4x
Onboard LAN:10/100 Mbps
Integrated AC97and Dolby Digital 5.1 (AC-3) Encoder Audio
Integrated Nvidia Nforce GeFORCE2 Video.
2 onboard USB ports more info-> N82E16813131433
$71.99

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Specifications:
CPU: 1.47 GHz
Type: 1700 XP Thoroughbred
Cache: 256K
BUS: 266MHz
Micron: .13
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High reliability with aluminium diecast base
Long life with direct drive spindle motor
OEM Drive only BLACK Bezel - One Year Warranty more info-> N82E16821103119
$7.00

1 ea Seagate 40GB 7200rpm EIDE Hard Drive OEM Barracuda 7200.7 ST340014A
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Subtotal » $334.98

Look at that.

Going to all that effort just for u That_Abbot - what a guy........

That_Abbott · #11 05-19-2003

Yeah no kidding!
Thanks a lot! That gives me a really good idea of how much I am going to need to spend. I would still have to buy a monitor, keyboard, mouse, and soundcard. It seems like there is no way to do this within my budget, so I'm not sure what I'll do.

Hardcore · #12 05-22-2003

You might be able to get a Boss BR-8 off of ebay for 250-300. These are decent machines. With the zip 100 you get like 49 mins total recording time but if someone's selling one with the zip 250 installed you get 2 hr 5 mins or so.