Mixer instead of a dozen input recorder?

[WarDrums]

I'm looking to record my drum set which requires about 4-6 mics to get the sound I like. the problem is that the only recorders that have enough inputs are the ones that have about 24 channels and 4 - 8 inputs that also cost about 600 - 800 dollars. Would I be able to buy a much cheaper mixer with about 10 or so inputs and then run that into a recorder? How would that work?

 

[Seidy]

there are tons of threads over here people looking how to track drums, you should search for that...

oh well... you need an interface with at least 6 inputs. For example Presonus Firestudio or Focusrite Saffire pro 40

 

[moresound]

Or a Tascam US1641 would do the trick as well. Goggle it up and take a look.

 

[mjbphotos]

The reason you want as many inputs as possible is if you use a mixer with just 1/2/4 outputs to a recorder, you will not be able to change the mix itself after you have recorded it. Cymbals too loud, bass drum muffled - re-record the whole thing again.

 

[bdenton]

Hmmm...the OP mentioned "recorder" and he got two posts on "interfaces"...

Perhaps it's time to get a bit of clarification.

So, WarDrums, do you want to record using a stand-alone recorder such as a Tascam 2488, or do you want to record using a computer and music software such as Pro Tools, or would either method be acceptable.

We can't intelligently answer your question without this information...

Just the facts, ma'am...

 

[diggy_dude]

You would need a mixing engineer who can get the mix right in realtime in a single pass as you played the drums if you went that route. I wouldn't hold my breath on that. All I have to say is, thank God all of my percussion sounds are electronic!