Korg vs Yamaha vs Tascam

[dbrook2010]

Hi,

I'm currently considering the following:-

Korg D3200
Korg D32XD
Yamaha aw4416
Yamaha AW2400
Tascam 2488ii
Tascam SX1LE

I've also heard Akai do a DPS24 MkII?

My question is, is there one here that stands out that I should get without question?

I don't know which to go for.

Would I be correct in thinking that, with any of the above, if I'm recording in true stereo, that the 16 track machines actually means 8 tracks really?

What I'm wanting is something I can mix well with, excells at recording quality, mixing automation (not necessarily motorized faders), 8 stereo tracks or more, built-in effects, and that I can transfer files to/from a PC.

Any help much appreciated!!!!!

Thanks
Darren

 

[bassbrad]

I chose the Tascam 2488ii several years ago and am very satisfied, there is a newer version out now the 2488neo which has some added mix functions. 24 tracks would give you 12 stereo pairs and allow you to record 4 stereo pairs at a time. I would ask if you really need to record stereo pairs of everything, it really limits your recording space and can make mixing a nightmare trying to maintain a stereo field for everything.
The 2488 does not have an automated mix function, no flying faders but there is a program available "Mixer Muse" that will automate mix and many other functions for a reasonable price.

 

[fdr1972]

2488

I have a Tacam 2488 one of the first ones when they were offered. You can record 8 tracks at a time (4) xlr/1/4 connects with phantom power (4) 1/4 inputs. Built in effects ( not that good IMHO) You can do alot with the recorder but it has it's limits. You can connect to a computer via USB and I think sp/dif. Any of the multi - track recorders will work for a hobbyist/homerecording artist. Decide what you want to do musically, do a little on line research and go from there.

 

[diggy_dude]

I would ask if you really need to record stereo pairs of everything, it really limits your recording space and can make mixing a nightmare trying to maintain a stereo field for everything.

You can pan both signals of a stereo track to localize the sound within the stereo image. For example, panning the left channel to 10:00 and the right channel 11:00 would create a moderately wide image left of center rather than pinpointing the location, as would happen with a mono track.