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Do you have the sample rates/bit depth matched on the Alesis and the dbx? You'll have to manually set each one to the same rate and depth to make them communicate properly. For example, my dbx 386 always powers on to 24/96KHz, so I have to remember to set to to 24/48KHz (what I usually leave my...

I also like in 7 being able to write (record) automation, i.e. fader, balance, sends, etc.. You can also toggle 'reading' the automation on and off on each track.

If the delay is on your soundcard, perhaps it's a combination of the USB MIDI interface and the softsynth latencies. I've had problems with Sibelius and softsynths. The audio engine is more controllable on Sib 5, and I can't remember what options you have on 3. I do remember never solving the...

The legal books (legal Real Book, the "Fake Book" and others) I've seen are not exactly the same as the '5th Edition' Real Book (besides contents, they boast more accurate changes). Most of the common standards are in all of them, but you're always going to run into something that isn't in one...

I haven't spent much time on it, but when I experimented with it, I found that the V-Drum doesn't necessarily transmit what it sounds through its audio output. I'm specifically referring to the hi-hat - there's a certain 'intelligence' or sensitivity that it applies to the pedal position that's...

I have the most basic humbucking Fishman acoustic guitar pickup. I use it sometimes through a Presonus TubePre or just through a DI. It has a fairly low output, which is why I was using the preamp, but I've since realized the level is good enough for live use with just the DI. It sounds...

The most frequent problem I've had with XLR cables is bad connectors, specifically the female end. The cheaper ones spread out or get deformed and start having problems. I like Switchcraft jacks, though Neutrik are probably good enough too. The problems ones I've had are mostly no-name...

If the voltage, polarity and the connector of the power supply matches the equipment, then it doesn't matter if the power supply is rated for higher current. Current is taken, not forced; if your preamp only wants 800ma then a power supply capable of 1000ma will deliver 800ma without a problem...

I used a set of Shure E1's (not made anymore) recently and loved them. Just a low tech foam ear-piece that expands to hold them in place and block outside noise. Great full-frequency response. I've considered looking for used ones to buy since then.

My 424 has 4 RCA outs that are switchable between all 4 as tape outs or 2 as main L & R and 2 as sync in & out.

You'll probably want to use an interface with 4 inputs so you can transfer in one pass. Many 4-tracks (cassette-based) won't play accurately enough to line up tracks from 2 separate passes (they'll play at varying speeds). I struggled with this for a while on my 424 before coming up the hardware...

As long as you're triggering a softsynth and not another hardware module... Your S90 should have a USB port (mine does) which can also be used to transmit and receive MIDI. I use the USB port on mine so I can leave my older stuff configured to trigger my Roland JV-1080, which is connected to my...

You could make ground loops because the pots' cases (likely grounded) will be connected to the pickguard. The same can happen with foil shielding on the back of plastic pickguard. I'd try connecting the pickguard to the ground, and if there were a problem, isolating the pots with plastic washers...

Ethan is right (for PCs)! Though with more modern operating systems, you'll need to increase the size of your system partition. Sound libraries have also increased in size. I like a 20GB O/S partition and the rest for data. Also as RAM increases to multiple GBs, so will your page files, so...

Sounds like a bad cable. I've had problems with female XLR connectors, mostly no-name ones. If the hot or cold were cutting out, you'd lose half of the signaland the noise rejection. A dynamic mic would simply have a lower signal. With a condenser (phantom powered) you could be turning the mic...

I've got some unbalanced 1/4" Monster cables that have outlived other cheap cables. (maybe not if I bought enough cheaper cables for the equivalent price) They came with some other used gear I bought. They are solid. And as others have said, they don't sound any better than the cheap ones. I...

They're sanding blocks.

I recently made some fret levelers and a notched ruler for checking fretted neck straightness/relief. After reading the Aug 2006 Bass Player Magazine article on fret leveling, (Good article: http://www.bassplayer.com/article/leveling-frets/jul-06/22006) where Dan Erlewine suggests using a...

Record what you're playing, then you can always get someone's help if you can't figure it out later, but you'll have the document. I use my iPod with a Belkin mic to record important bits of rehearsals so I have some kind of record. Then, if needed, I'll notate it or else just use the recording...

There are situations where I'll document for memory via a simple recording, e.g. a simple project that seldom performs. The are other cases where I'll sketch out chord charts/write detailed charts (by hand or Sibelius). These are: - A quick rehearsal before the gig - For use on the gig w/little...