New to Analog Q

[strev]

Hi
I've recorded for a few years going into the computer (mic'ed vx/guit, preamp, mixing, mastering software and burn CD). I'm really intrigued by the talk of ^warmth and separation given by analog. My question is how to fit the reel-to-reel into the process (I'll only be doing one live track at a time, primarily vx, guit, accoutrement sounds/noises):

Should I record to the reel-to-reel initially and then send to hd for mixing?
or
Should I record to the hd and then send final mix to the reel-to-reel and then back to hd for mastering?

Should I do both, one, or neither of the above?

Thanks so much for your advice
Steve

www.stevenkattenbraker.com

 

[ssscientist]

It depends on the quality of the reel to reel, the condition of the heads, type of tape you're using and many other factors.

I would advise you to set up a session in which you can do all of the above and see which sounds best to you using the machine you have available.

Also, it's fairly common practice to record a portion of the performance to tape, for example just the drums or percussion, then bounce those over to digital for overdubs so consider trying that too.