Hey everone,

With the advent of software compressors, is it still wise to consider using analog compressors? I own a dbx DDP and use it as a analog compressor (going through the AD/DA converters). I have WAVES' Renaissance Compressor and really love it too. My question is, would it be worth purchasing another good compressor reguardless of its circuitry?

Has anyone worked with the Focusrite 428 with the digital option installed. Seems like an incredible deal. Thinking of using this as the front end for my new project studio. Waddaya think?

I suppose that's an ok way of saying it. Right now I'm using an old Yamaha DSP Factory sound card w/ its 4 channel expansion. I am wanting to upgrade and am looking for a good system that allows at least 8 channels in. I am wanting relatively simple though. Also looking newer software. Currently using MxTrax which I love but it is manufactured for the dsp factory.

Can digital processors such as Empiral Lab's FATSO, or CRane Song Hedd come close to what a 1/2 tape machine can do such as the Studer A820 or the Ampex ATR 102? I speculated that the digital processors would can be more transparent. I want to avoid buying a used tape machine that brakes down every few months, and the high maintance of owning a tape machine.

Hi yeall,

I have built a small recording studio at my house and am now trying to deside witch recording program to go with. I'm going to get the G5 with eather Logic or Digital performer but can't decide witch, perhaps you can help.

Just got a pro tools setup and I am somewhat freaked out! This stuff is nothing like what I was used too. Any tips on making the transition from tape to computer recording. I've made a recording and it sounds great but I don't have any idea how the editing process works. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

We are setting up a Digital Performer users group in Southern California- We are getting ready to have our first meeting later on the month at a local studio- We are looking for experienced DP'ers to get together to discuss the parameters of the group and what we wish to acomplish-
If you are interested, please e-mail me at
thank you

Not sure if this thread has come up, but I figured this was the place to look. I don't do much recording by myself other than demos, but I'm looking to upgrade to the 21st century (yes, I'm still using an old cassette 4track), and thinking a digital SIAB.

I was looking at the Korg D1200 and 1600, as well as the Yamaha AW16G (from reputation, these came to mind).

are there any good ones out there? I am all about punk, metal and rock. I am looking to get something in a rack mount.