When I run all synths into mixer, and then to recorder...it's a one shot recording.
I can no longer listen to the song, and mix/master the individual tracks with fx, volume levels, eq, etc, etc.
I wanted to be able to record tracks..one at a time, and then mix the song using the mixer as a tool (in regards to eq, volume, etc).
I did end up figuring a way to do this, but I am switching to a SSL 2+ audio interface and will use a DAW.
The Akai DR8 is quite noisy with its old hard drive, and I didn't want to invest anymore with it.
I also have a Roland VS1824, which I put on Reverb for sale...never liked it too well.