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Do I need a mixing board to go with my Boss BR-8? If so, what would me the purpose? Someone "on the street" told me, but I'm not really sure if they know what they're talkin' about.
Seanmorse79
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You can do it either way, but most people I know don't use them. If you wanted to, you could use one with a larger mixer for use with more outboard effects, or to tie in to an existing studio. Other than that, I don't really see much need for it.
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Alchemist3k
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Yeah. As Sean said there really isnt any need. It is optional but certainly NOT a requirement.
BBB
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You don't need a mixing board. However, nicer preamps help tons. Roland doesn't include the best pre's on their digital recorders. Whomever suggested an external mixer might have meant a Mackie (or the like) for the pre's, which are at least better than the Roland pre's. Be that as it may, you'd probably want to consider a dedicated pre before buying a mixing board just for the preamps.
Matt
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Okay, thanx. So what kind of pre-amp would you recommend to be best suitable for the Roland?BBB said:
BBB
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I personally use a Mackie, in part for its decent pre's. If you only record one signal at a time, like most homewreckers, you will get more bang for the buck with a dedicated pre. For the price, the ART tube preamp has received decent reviews. It gives good value for its price of around $100 and it would definitely be a drastic improvement over the BR-8 pre's.
Of course, if you are willing to spend more $, you can also find much better pre's.
Matt
Of course, if you are willing to spend more $, you can also find much better pre's.
Matt