Howdy Folks,
I'm in the midst of moving from my bedroom studio based around a Mac G3 powerbook and MOTU 828, etc... to a more "professional" studio premises. I'm looking for a recording solution with a bit more stability than Cubase VST + G3. i.e. A decent digital desk and HD recorder combo.
I could then use the computer for arranging, virtual instruments and for patching in FX to the desk.
I've been thinking about a Tascam-TMD4000 desk (which has dropped in price recently) and one (or two) 16-track recorders.
Has anyone any recommendations or has used a similar setup with success?
Robby
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Yup, Sitting in the pub today, I did mull over the fact that t
Yup,
Sitting in the pub today, I did mull over the fact that there must be disadvantages to such a big lump of technology dropping in price so much.
Further research has thrown up a nice Mackie 24 track for about 1300Euros, including an analog 24-track Behringer desk.
It's true that I have a relatively limited budget and want to get the best for the price, but I also don't want to be left with limited gear. And I do want to record at higher than 16bit/44.1kHz rates.
I suppose (in my position) I need something that can do a good job for now, but can allow me to upgrade without selling everything.
In fact, I might just be thinking aloud here....
I'll dig deeper and get back soon.
Appreciating the feedback,
Robby
Robby, you are aware that the reason the TMD-4000 has dropped in
Robby, you are aware that the reason the TMD-4000 has dropped in price is that it was superceded about two years ago by the DM-24? That model has already worked its way from V1.00 firmware up to V2.10, which (finally) addressed the (former) lack of ability to assign the 8 subs directly to the stereo outs - If you haven't seen the DM-24 yet, check it out here
http://www.tascam.com/products/digital_mixers/dm24/index.php
I know you can get the TMD-4k for probably quite a bit less, but are you willing to deal with dwindling tech support, etc, for the savings?
Also, most HD recorders now are 24 track - Tascam, Mackie, Fostex, Alesis, and probably a few others all have 24 track models available.
Be aware that virtually ALL digital mixers (except Yamaha)and HD recorders that offer higher sample rates do so at a cost of half the available tracks - but if you were looking at a TMD-4000, you may not be interested in higher sample rates.
Just some things to think about... Steve