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I hate to start any fights, but here goes...
I've finally decided to quit fighting my impulses and dive into building that home studio I've wanted for ages. I plan on doing an analog/digital setup, and for the analog side, I've already procured an Otari MTR 10 1/4" half track for mastering. I'm trying to decide on an 8 track next. (Can't afford more...) I have a Fostex R-8, but I want to move up to 1/2". There are so many choices though that my head is about to explode. The divergent prices and opinions I've found are enough to drive a man to drink!
What are the ups and downs of the affordable 8 track 1/2" models out there? Is the Tascam 48-58 series really much better in quality or sound than the 38 or the TSR8? What about the 80-8, or an Otari 5050 MK III, or other models and brands? I realize this can be pretty subjective, but I figure I've got to start somewhere! I'm still not 100% sure on that Otari MTR 10 yet either. Anyone have experience with it, or the MX 5050, or some other 1/2 track that would be better?
I plan on going Delta 1010 for the computer side of things. Probably with Cubase VST 32. I've heard a lot of Mackie bashing, and have thought instead about the Allen & Heath WZ16, or a Spirit FX16... Any thoughts there?
I realize I'm only at the beginning, but any direction or advice, here or privately, would be greatly appreciated. Also, is there a good way to find reliable pricing and sales sources?
Thanks all!
I've finally decided to quit fighting my impulses and dive into building that home studio I've wanted for ages. I plan on doing an analog/digital setup, and for the analog side, I've already procured an Otari MTR 10 1/4" half track for mastering. I'm trying to decide on an 8 track next. (Can't afford more...) I have a Fostex R-8, but I want to move up to 1/2". There are so many choices though that my head is about to explode. The divergent prices and opinions I've found are enough to drive a man to drink!
What are the ups and downs of the affordable 8 track 1/2" models out there? Is the Tascam 48-58 series really much better in quality or sound than the 38 or the TSR8? What about the 80-8, or an Otari 5050 MK III, or other models and brands? I realize this can be pretty subjective, but I figure I've got to start somewhere! I'm still not 100% sure on that Otari MTR 10 yet either. Anyone have experience with it, or the MX 5050, or some other 1/2 track that would be better?
I plan on going Delta 1010 for the computer side of things. Probably with Cubase VST 32. I've heard a lot of Mackie bashing, and have thought instead about the Allen & Heath WZ16, or a Spirit FX16... Any thoughts there?
I realize I'm only at the beginning, but any direction or advice, here or privately, would be greatly appreciated. Also, is there a good way to find reliable pricing and sales sources?
Thanks all!
