OK, I want to do a clean install of XP. However, I can't format the hard drive.

I put a boot disk in and do "format c:" nothing..all I get is "bad command...etc"

So i did the "fdisc" thing. I get this prompt that says "volume label" I have to list the volume label...What does that mean?

Seems like some are negative on the Vintech 1272, either because they're not really a real Neve 1272 or maybe something wrong with the sound...

I know the bottom-end is a little hyped and the mids can be crunchy, but they've been ok to really nice for me on elec guitar, bass DI, kick and snare... Not having a chance to use a real Neve to compare them, am I missing something here?

Hello everyone,
in the upcoming months ill offically be in the market for a nice mic preamp in the $1000+ range. I was wondering if anyone knew what type of mic preamp's the beatles might have used for their latter recordings ie. white album etc... and are there any similar clones out on the market?
thanks in advance!

I'm not exactally a newbie to recording, but I am fairly new to Music recording. In other words my ears aren't fully qualified. What I'm wondering is what are the differences between the Mic pre's on say, a Yamaha 01v/02R and an API (Neve, Manley, etc.)pre. What should I be listening for, and how do you compare the two (multi-track mixes, single tracks, etc etc)? Thanks in advance.

I have been playing around with the idea of assembling several of my outboard preamp and EQ modules into a small 4x2 console. I still
haven't figured out what to do about the two required summing amps. In general, I am using existing modules for all functions, but summing

Hey all! I finally decided to put the Rec/Repro cards back in the little Fostex 1/4" 8-track. Before anyone yells at me, it was free, m'kay!

Anyway, I need to calibrate the deck, but I'm not quite sure which trim pot I should start with. I've got my 1kHz tone on tape from another deck that was pretty close to calibrated (I realize this is a poor way to do it, but bear with me).

Since you guys know a lot of the hardware side, you must know a trick or two on the mic placing science...
I am recording a drum set, everything is fine except for the snare mic getting too much hi-hat signal, I am using a venerable SM57 into an Avalon 737SM (mercenary), using the snare preset...any suggestions..

Any experience and or comments are greatly appreciated. Details, details, details...
this thing is only aabout $1700 for 2 channels... not TOO bad...

Hello, Just how do I get great sound? I'm talking about clear, no hiss, great levels. no harshness when playing the keyboard. My setup includes; Roland A90 master controller, Emu-Proteus 2000, Emu-Planet Earth, Echo Layla 24 Audio interface, Event Tria Monitors. Nothing in my system sounds right. the lows are harsh. The highs are tinny, with a pinging sound.

Hi all,

I'll try to make this as breif as possible, but as you all know-nothing is ever simple in this bus.