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Hey you guys! I wanted to introduce myself and say thanks to all for all the info I've been reading since I found this great site! I'm mainly a guiter player but also play alot of other instruments and want to move up from the 4 track that I'm currently using. I own a computer with plenty of nuts but don't have the time to invest in learning how to use it to record on. My idea is to go with the Yamaha MT8XII then mix on my system. Anyone have any experience with the Yamaha 8 track cassette? Does it use standard size tapes? Where can I get a good deal on one? Once again thanks alot. Your input is appreciated!
 
Yo Ned Tugent:

I'm assuming that the Yamaha 8 track cassette recorder is similar to the Tascam MK11 8 track recorder. You will be using regular cassette tape but I believe the manual will tell you to use 60 minute tapes to record upon; the longer tapes, 90/120 tend to screw up the motor mechanism and you lose fidelity.

Run your machine with tape speed on full power. You will get better fidelity.

Drawbacks with a tape recorder: takes time to do the rewind if you are over-dubbing which is what most of us do; you will collect pops/noises from various places because the machine makes noise. On the other hand, if you were recording on a digital box, no time wasted to rewind; touch a button and, ZAP, you're back to go. Far fewer inherent noises with a digital deck.

Take your pick: Roland/Yamaha/etc. but, check out the box you decide to buy and take a good look at the manual. Most manuals are filled with logorrhea and they lack coherent presentation of information. It goes with the gig.

If you go with tape, you will enjoy the work as I did; with the Yam you will probably need an FX box to get a professional mix. Good luck and keep twiddling the dials.

Green Hornet
 
Thanks G! From what I have read about it the Yamaha it has 8 outs so I could go from it to my computer keeping the tracks separate for editing. The writeup says it uses compact cassette that's why I questioned that. I guess I'm leary about going totally digital 'cause I don't really understand all I would need to do it and don,t have zillions of $ to sink.
 
Hey, Ned, I'm in the same boat. only I'm starting from scratch. I think I'm going analog as well, that way i can get some nice monitors and effects. I see Tascam's and Yamaha's on E-bay all the time. The 488mkii have been going for about $425. Not bad.
 
Ned,

I have the Yamaha MT8X...and think its great! I've gone the digital route and don't use mine much anymore, but when I did I was always impressed with the sound quality and features. It blew the Fostex 4 Track I have away in the sound quality department. I got my MT8X from a guy who had placed an ad on Harmony Central for $450. It was and is in mint condition. You should be able to get a pretty good deal if you go the used route. Just be careful...you don't want a unit where the heads have been trashed!
Ranger
 
Yeah guys:

It was one of my observations several posts ago that the Tascam 488 would be sinking price-wise. Why? Because it is old technology; but, if you like old, do old man. Like I love old mics but can't afford them.

The Green Hornet
 
Ok I'm Still undecided about whether to go digital or analog. 'Course I want excellent sound and low noise but I also gotta be able to use the stuff without having to spend mega bucks or time to learn it. I'm thinking about AARK 24.

[This message has been edited by Ned_Tugent (edited 11-09-1999).]
 
Hey Ned! I saw your posting that read "Yamaha", and thought, "Hey, that make a great Waverunner!" :)

As for recording, at this point I'd go digital. Analog is great, but staying in the digital domain all the way through the process has to increase fidelity.

Good luck!
 
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