I'm recording on Protools, then putting my final mix onto 1/4" tape.
Assuming the Mastering House has both computer editing and 2-trk tape machine, should I take them a 1/4" tape or a CD with the stereo files on it and have them dump it to tape (cuz they might have a 1/2")?

Just wondering what you guys might think.

I am looking for opions on what you guys think are the best 1/4" TRS bays ( jacks on both sides of the bay ) I am in an in between state as far as my rack goes and need the flexibility of being to modify the bays as my needs change. Also what are the best TRS patch cords to purchase ?
thanks again

Hello Everyone,

I'm embarassed to ask such a dumb question. I'm putting together my home studio, the heart of which is a
Studer A80 MKIV 1"-8 track. I've collected a smattering of nice gear and it's time to wire it to a patchbay. Is there any real advantage of a TT over a high-end (broadcast quality) 1/4" patchbay?
Thanks in advance!
Jules

i got the 002 rack. its real great.
but I'm wondering whats the best way to convert my other 4 analog 1/4 inputs to XLR...
i was looking at the SMPro pr4 on musiciansfriend.

Hi Folks,

I primarily live in an unbalanced world - with the exception of microphone connections. I have just bought a new piece of gear with balanced 1/4" TRS outs and ins, and my patchbay is 1/4" TS.

Anyone knows this machine? I might have a chance to buy it cheap and I'm wondering what it's good for. In 1989 it was considered one of the best mastering decks but I don't know much about features and sound quality compared to what's available today.

I think 1/4" is what I am thinking of, this big phono plugs.

Do they make any soundcards with those on them? If I can find one, even a windows only one I think I can scam some time in a really nice studio to do some of my work.

Well,

I'm a lo-fi nut, I use primarily vintage 2 track reel 2 reels and I use a Tascam porta7 4-trach recorder. I use the best quality tape possible but am in the dark as far as finding a proper microphone for capturing that "vintage" tone.

OK, so, we now know to get solid nickel contact patchbays rather than plated. Alright, now what's a good 48-point, 1U, 1/4" to rear solder, solid nickel contact patchbay? And what kind of price are we looking at; for 3-blades and 5-blades?