Which Multitrack recorder should I get?

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I have been looking around and I have come across a couple recorders which look quite appealing to me.. Although looking all day I have not come to a decision as one have more things but is less expensive and the other is more expensive but less features.. but then theres one for the same price with way more features.. i will link them but it anyone could help me out i will be SO incredibly grateful or even suggest another one. Anyway I am hoping to be recording a keyboard, vocals, drums, guitar and bass.. not all at the same time layering is fine and quality is a big issue i would really like it to be studio quality mainly.
The first one:
Alesis RAL io4 Interface Audio
Second:
Behringer 1202 Input Bus Mixer
Third:
Alesis MultiMix 8 USB FX

If you can help.. i would be forever in your debt!!! :D
 
also i should point out that this is my first multitrack recorder..
 
Before buying anything, I suggest you do some reading, starting with the sticky threads at the top of this section of the forum.

None of these are RECORDERS.
The Alesis RAL is an audio interface, the other 2 are mixers that can also act like an interface - but only sending 2 tracks (or a stereo signal) via USB to your computer.
 
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I seee.. so would these work as a studio recording things? I'm sorry I feel silly I'm not very technical!
 
A multitrack recorder is a stand alone device that you record on. An audio interface is a thing that connects to your computer (which is what you're recording on) and converts the signal to digital along the way.

Completely different things.

Are you recording to your PC, or do you want a standalone unit?

Read the stickies...
 
I agree with Armistice: first decide if you are going the computer/DAW/interface route, or looking for a standalone recorder.

I started with a Tascam DP-008. For me, it was perfect: it provided plenty of functionality so I didn't feel like I was missing out, but at the same time, it was limited enough so that I could focus on learning how to record.

The DP-008 comes with two built-in mics, so you can start recording immediately, even before you have any mics. It also has built-in preamps, DI/line inputs, simple bouncing and mastering capabilities, simple eq/reverb/pan/level functions, etc.

(Note: if you decide to go this route, buy the power adapter. Yes it's expensive, but the DP-008 eats up batteries.)

OTOH, if you are *sure* you want to make recording a serious hobby or occupation, and are committed now to building a full-on studio, then skip the mini-recorder and get something bigger.
 
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