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Using Inserts as tape sends/returns

hi guys, just wondering if it is at all possible to use the insert points on your desk as the send for each channel to your DAW, then use the return as sort of like a tape input?

So essentially what you send to tools is simply the signal after the preamp, and what comes back from tools runs through all the EQ and stuff.

Thanks in advance, I hope that was clear enough.

Recording Guitar Amp via Amp Speaker

I'd like commentary on an idea I've had to record a guitar amp with another guitar-tailored speaker (used as a microphone, a la Yamaha's SubKick), and particularly one of the same make, model, and size.

Specifically, it occurs to me that using a 12" Alnico Blue speaker right on top of my Voice AC 15 might be cool for the following reasons:

Reliability and sound: KRK RP5 vs. . M-Audio BX5, other cheapos

Hi everyone,

I was basically all set to go for the KRK RP5s, which to me sound quite similar to the M-Audio BX5s, but:

The guy at GC, who seemed to be well enough informed told me that the RP5s are returned almost weekly after blowing out. Can anyone fill me in on the reliability of low priced monitors?

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