Hardware effects vs. Software effects

[Scottgman]

Hi all,

This thread may be better suited for the Mixing forum, my apologies if I've got the wrong board.

I'm wanting to apply some reverb to vocals. I have been playing with the reverbs that come with Sonar 2XL and cannot find anything I like. However, I have a Rocktron Intellifex LTD in my guitar rig that has reverbs I do like. I was thinking about running the tracked vocals through my mixer and back to the PC so I can add reverb using the Intellifex. Is this a good idea? Will it degrade the sound quality (if so, alot or a little)?

If this is a good idea, I assume I would just need to record the vocals to a new track in Sonar? I'm using Win XP, Audiophile 2496, and a Behringer 8 channel mixer.

Thanks in advance!

 

[Track Rat]

In my not so humble opinion, it's a great idea. My setup is a hybrid where I can use software and hardware at the same time and like you, I find most of the plug in reverbs lacking.

 

[Pedullist]

I find most of the plug in reverbs lacking.

THAT'S why they call you 'gear slut'!

 

[Track Rat]