cjacek
Analogue Enthusiast
Ok, currently I have a TASCAM 424 mkIII and I wanna jump to the REEL TO REEL machines for recording my voice and backing tracks. Total tracks needed is 3 thus a 4 tracker would be sufficient for me. I met some guy in a music store who overheard I was interested in buying a reel to reel so he said he has "contacts" and he may be able to help. He asked what I was looking for exactly. I will be calling him soon (and putting my order in ). Anyway, I pretty much decided on a TASCAM. I want 1/2 inch tape, DBX, 4 channels/tracks, XLR's outs and ins and rca's outs and ins. Are there any TASCAM reel to reel machines that fit this profile ? Is this good what I'm asking for ? Also, 'cause I only have experience with a 424 mkIII, I'm wondering what else I need to make this thing a whole recording package ? I would need a mixer but what type ? Again, I'm recording vocals to backing music which is played from my cd player thusly no more than 3 tracks are taken up. Now, I know that many would recommend a "good" preamp but what If I used the onboard preamp and eq, on a mixer, to record with a shure beta 58a dynamic mic ? Would that be better quality than what I get on the 424 mkIII, even without an outboard preamp ? I just want a TOTAL recording package, and recommendations from you to surpass my 424 mkIII recordings. Nothing PRO but a lot better than the 424. (I was also contemplating getting a TASCAM 388 for an all-in-one deal but I don't know). Also, how can I make certain I'd get a good and functional machine ? What should I inspect or what questions should I ask ? It would be great if I could bring someone who knows this stuff to take a look at a couple of machines but .... Anyway, thanks to all who help me out.
Daniel
Daniel
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