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Would I be hurting my mix if I ran digitally out of my MOTU 1296 to the Finalizer back to the MOTU/computer? I don't understand going direct from the Finalizer to DAT just to have to bring it back into the computer to burn a CD. Am I missing something here? Note: I haven't purchased the...

I have a DM-5 I bought off ebay about a year ago and am going to give it a go soon. I'm only using it for kick drum triggering and I get no volume out of it on the recording/thru the meters. Do I need to run the outs thru a preamp? I was told on this board a while back that I didn't need to...

Should I stick with my Waves Ultramaximizer or invest in a nice tube stereo mastering compressor (like a Manley, etc) for mastering to a final CD? It would be so much easier just to keep it in the digital domain. Thanks!

I'm gonna be using a pair of one or the other primarily as drum overheads. However, it would also be cool to use them on other applications like acoustic guitar, room mics, etc. In reading the "Diaphragm size/polar pattern" tutorial, it seems like the Josephson's are the way to go for what I am...

I'm currently in the process of building a studio in my basement. I'm in the middle of the framing process right now:) It's not something that's going to be rediculous...I only do this as a hobby. Probably gonna have a main live room w/wood floors and an isolated control room. Then I'll add some...

I sent you a PM email on this question...just repeating it for any one else to reply... I am looking at the 2-1176 and the 2-LA2 compressors and want to make a purchase soon. I have read that the LA2A is more application specific and that you wouldn't want to use it on too many tracks because it...

Is there a sonic difference when Big Ben is added to a Rosetta 800 or AD16x to use as the master clock instead? I read an article in Mix Magazine which said the author preferred the addition. However, the Apogee website says that the Rosetta/AD16x use the same C777 clock as Big Ben. Any input...

First off, I don't know jack about keyboards or midi controllers. I'm a drummer turned guitar player...lol....but I can play a little on the keys. Anyways, I need a midi controller keyboard that will enable me to control and create drum, piano, synth, horn sounds, etc thru software run on my...

I have a Mac Powerbook at home that I want to run recording software on at home to write songs. I'm concerned with adding instruments, samples, editing loops, etc. Ideas stuff that I can turn into a song. I'm into rock/hard rock/classic rock. I have a full fledged setup at my friend's place, so...

Is there any real difference between a matched pair of mics and a non-matched pair? For example, I am finding a lot of good deals on 414's that are only offered singularly; it would be easier for me just to buy one from one place and another from another. It's harder to find the pair together...

Been debating some OH mic choices for my drumkit. So far I am using a pair of AKG c1000s for OH's, sm57's on toms and snare and a trigger on the bass drum. From what I am gathering on this forum, I am coming up with different options: 1. Forget about upgrading my c1000s' and use the...

I'm in the process of assembling a bunch o' high end gear and when it gets to the point where I'm gonna build my studio room(s) (in a temporary set up now), I need to assemble a DAW. Currently, for the past 5 years or so I have been using Logic Platinum with Waves plugins, a MOTU 1296...

Is anyone out there experienced with a bunch of higher end compressors that can recommend a unit that can provide me with that in-your-face slam, while still retaining great clarity and no compression distortion artifacts? I'd prefer something solid state as tube gear is a little too laid back...

I just snagged an Alesis DM5 and need to hook it up. Can I run it straight into my computer (MOTU 1296 box) or do I need to run it to a preamp first? I'm going to check the Alesis site next.... Thanks!

I need to run cabling for my studio. I want to use mogami wiring w/switchcraft connectors, etc. I need to know of a good place to purchase snakes and recepticle boxes or have someone build them for me, etc. If there is a better way to maintain signal integrity (ie. going fiberoptic or some...