I know it's been a long wait for a picture of the new. . wait for it. TUBE EQ! So here it is. It is a Pultec EQP-1A style EQ, with high voltage tube makeup gain just like the original! It utilizes CineMag input and output transformers, a CineMag inductor, Tung Sol high-end tubes out of the box (12AX7 and 12AU7).

I've used Grace pres in the past, always really liked their sound, but I haven't personally used this one:

http://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/m101

I saw a preamp shoot out on youtube, which is here:

Anyone own the software version of the Korg MS 20 mini?
How does it compare with the hardware version?
http://www.Korg.com/us/products/synthesizers/ms_20mini/

I am very new to recording and I have an MXL 990/991 microphone. I do not have a recording interface, so I was wondering if I used an XLR to USB cord, if either of these microphones would work by plugging directly into my computer. I have read a few forums and they said you need phantom power from an interface or else they would not work, so I am just trying to avoid spending $100 on one.

Researching this online has been an absolutely mind-numbing experience. Then I came across this site and am hoping for some no-nonsense advice on spec'ing a decent mid-level laptop to get my music ideas down and do some basic mixing. One guitar/vocal in and I'm guessing no more than 10 simultaneous tracks during mixing with some virtual instruments and MIDI.

GA is a Swiss company, they have two products that may be of interest to those who would like to have external pre's and compressors in which to front load their signal:

... will not fix this so that it will not offend your ear.

Merry Christmas and all the best in the new year.

Chris

Well, after 7 years, we've called it quits. Some guys are relocating, some have their interests... we did the last of our final two shows last night at The Akron Civic Theater, and it was great. The first show was nearly sold out, last night was sold out just before show time.

Anyone have any experience with Revelation Guitars from the UK?