Guys, I have been extremely out of the loop for years now and am just getting back into the technical side of my music. So, I guess I am a newbie and I need some help. Currently I have a Mackie 16 channel board, I think it is the 1604-VLZ PRO. I got this a few years back and have used it maybe three times just in my home with my fostex 4-track. I have no power amp, compressor, EQ, effects, etc. I don't have a whole lot of money to work with but I was wondering what you guys think I should get. I am looking for a basic setup with power amp, effects, compressor, and I guess a power conditioner and anything else you guys deem essential. I want this setup primarily for home use but a little live stuff if necessary, therefore I want an amp with a little balls to it if you know what I mean. I don't need to know about mics or speakers or monitors, just what I should have in my rack to complement my Mackie board. Thanks for helping me out!
-thomas
-thomas