A tech is currently refurbishing my Yamaha 03D console, whose ergonomics, MIDI implementation and built-in effects I love (I'm more creative with this old console, which I can play like a synth to create crazy sounds, than with newer ones).

I'm new to Pro Tools but have used my AW4416 for some time now.

All of my recording is done at home. usually with me on all tracks.

I've read a bit about Pro Tools...

My question is two part.

If any of you out there is using one of these you probably have noticed the loud fan noise that comes with it.

I would like to mimize this noise or eliminate it completely if that is even an option.

Does anyone know what to do about this?

Hello all, I'm about to buy either the Yamaha AW4416 or the Akia DPS16.
I've been all over the place gleaning info on both and I JUST CAN'T decide! There seems to be a sort of underground thing about the DPS16 being "true" pro sound, but the AW4416 seems to have more flexibility.

i've decided to purchase a MAC G4 to edit my tracks from the 4416. I
was wondering what was the best software to use (ie digital
performer, Cubase vst, logic) and also the best interface between the
MOTU 2408 and the delta 1010. Is there something else out there
better to use? I've ruled out digi 001 only because i'm limited to

A client of mine recently purchased a AW4416, and now wants to know whether it will support OMF in the near future. (Buy first, ask questions later, right? :roll: ) So, I thought I'd ask about it here. Also, any general comments or observations about the device would be appreciated.

Thanks in advance,

i use logic to record at home, and a friend wants to bring his aw4416 over for me to help out on a mix.
are there others out there using these together - and how is the sync?

-paul