I have found the some of the biggest improvements in my sound come from experimenting with things such as Mic placement and accoustic treatment. However I also remember the difference the first time I recorded with a decent condenser mic as opposed to my SM57. Huge!
What I am wondering is this should I get a new pre, such as a Grace, RNP, or Aueteur (looking in that 500 range) I am running a Behr. T1953 with replaced tubes into my Mbox2, and while there is a better sound from my pre there is not a HUGE diff. I like the sounds I am getting but I have a hard time getting good separation when I start layering tracks.
Soooo, will an a4 mentioned pre be worth the $ or do I just need more experience with what I've got?
What do you guys think?
What I am wondering is this should I get a new pre, such as a Grace, RNP, or Aueteur (looking in that 500 range) I am running a Behr. T1953 with replaced tubes into my Mbox2, and while there is a better sound from my pre there is not a HUGE diff. I like the sounds I am getting but I have a hard time getting good separation when I start layering tracks.
Soooo, will an a4 mentioned pre be worth the $ or do I just need more experience with what I've got?
What do you guys think?