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You got it right on the purpose of the soundcard. The reason I asked if you were abandoning the MR-8 is because it seems to me that your choice would be between the MR-8 and a soundcard. In other words, if you have a computer to record to, a soundcard and mixer could replace the MR-8. If you...

littledog, I didn't want to launch a debate with you about Sweetwater. You have had a bad experience with them. I had a good experience. I'm sure that can be said for just about any store. I agree with you on the local store issue. I wish I had a local store where I could buy these things...

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Chris, While the M12 certainly seems like a nice mixer, it's well beyond the budget you stated earlier. You can see it here http://bayviewproaudio.com/soundcraft_spirit_m12.html Unless you are thinking of abandoning the idea of the MR-8, you are moving into a totally different realm. If...

Chris, I did a web search and found this article on the MR-8 . http://www.acousticfingerstyle.com/FostexMR8.htm OK, it has two XLR mic inputs, and no phantom power. It can record two tracks simultaneously, and play back 8 tracks. If you will be laying down one or two tracks at a time, you...

You are correct, sir! You would have to use a mixer with preamps to use 8 mics with the Delta. If you don't have a mixer already, and you need 8 preamps I would suggest the Aardvark. The preamps are pretty good.

I've never used the Fostex recorder, so I don't know anything about it. If it is a stand-alone recorder, then you won't need a soundcard, unless you will be sending your mix to your computer hard drive. Do you have a soundcard in your computer now? I'm assuming the Fostex has basic mixing...

Chris, I didn't mean to put you down. Yes, a soundcard is used to record directly to the computer. If you are using a computer to record, you will need a soundcard or USB audio interface which you will plug your mics or instruments into. Depending on the soundcard you get, you will need...

Just thought you should know - You could get very fine results mixing those 8 drum mics down to two or four channels, if you need to keep your costs down.

USB interfaces are used instead of a PCI soundcard, but I don't know of any that will handle 8 channels in. There may be some, though.

For a mixer, try one of these: http://bayviewproaudio.com/soundcraft_spirit_m8.html http://bayviewproaudio.com/mackie_1642.html

Check out one of these cards. http://bayviewproaudio.com/aardvark_directproq10.html http://bayviewproaudio.com/delta_1010.html http://bayviewproaudio.com/delta_1010lt.html I'm sure you'll get other suggestions, too.

Do you need to keep each mic on a seperate track, or want to mix them down to fewer tracks?

If you want to keep each of the 8 channels on seperate tracks, then you need a soundcard with 8 inputs, and software that can record 8 channels simultaneously. But you can mix them down to fewer channels through a mixer. What is your budget?

I sent the same email, requesting prices on some Studio Projects mics, to half a dozen dealers. I was about to order from Humbucker Music, when I got an email from Sweetwater with a higher price. I wrote back saying, sorry, I have a lower price from someone else. They wrote back and cut it by...

Okay, I'll assume you are serious. First, you'll need to answer this question. Are you recording to a computer or to a stand alone digital recorder or tape recorder?

Of course you should buy a quality product, but don't be misled into thinking only the major brands make quality products. Look at a lot of guitars before you buy. I've seen some poor quality Fenders and Gibsons. When I bought my Takamine F-349 over 25 years ago, nobody I knew had ever heard...

I'm sure Blue Bear knows more than I do, but I was able to get OK results with the 1/4" to XLR cables. Just keep the cables short.

I haven't used the AKG C2000B, but I have a pair of Studio Projects B1s and they are a good buy, versatile, and would fit right into your budget. They usually sell for $79 each. I don't have any, but I'm told the MXL 603s are quite good for overheads and guitar, but probably not so great for...