Questions and Recommendations

[JJFields]

I am trying to get geared up to do some personal recording. I will be playing all instruments myself, and recording each track individually.

My present system consists of CubaseSX, Delta66 card, Delta Omni I/O, DBX mic pre, misc. mics, etc.

I am convinced that Cubase SX has a learning curve that is more than I can bear, and am considering a D.A.W.

I don't want to buy too much machine, but I also don't want to be lacking features that I might need.

Can you guys give me a decent recommendation as to which machine's are the most or least user friendly, and what features I should or shouldn't need.

My music is Acoustic guitar based, with bass, drums, second and sometimes third guitar(electric or acoustic), and 2,3,4 part vocals.

I am looking at used equipment right now, for example:
Roland VS880EX, VS1680, VS1824CD
Korg D12
Yamaha AW16G

Do you guys think I should start with a lower end product, such as the VS880EX, to get a feel for what I am doing, and then upgrade if needed at a later date, or should I splurge and spend for a bigger machine from the start?

Any insight you guys can give would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks,
Jeff

 

[Fieva]

What problems are you having in Cubase? If you bought the software and are having problems with it, there's ungodly resources to help get you in the right direction.

 

[dwillis45]

I'm not sure that any stand-alone digital recorder or SIAB (Studio In A Box) will help significantly when it comes to the learning curve. After all, these recorders are digital devices with multiple menus and sometimes poorly written manuals. They have actual sliders and physical inputs but any time you cut and paste, apply effects, etc. you will most likely be scrolling through a digital menu. In fact, I actually think it's easier on a Cptu given the large size of most monitors. Unfortunatley, most SIAB screens tend to be very small. Just my 2 cents, but I would stick with Cubase and give it some time. I thinks the rewards will pay off in the long run and--on the bright side--you will always have something new to learn!