Andrew Scheps: "Lost in Translation: Audio Quality in Streaming Media" | Talks at Google 

Hi,

I want to share something with people starting out with their home studios that will help them. This could also be a good reminder for more experienced people.

i realize most people prefer moving fader and there is a general conception that it is less degrading of one's signal. however are there not sufficient and high performance VCA's now a-days that are up to par with moving fader? is this conception primarily based on the old implementation of VCA's in older consoles?

Please, just the straight and skinny, I understand all about the variables that effect the final sound, and *nothing* will sound like a well tuned MCI except another MCI console. I just need a map to guide me towards that sound. I know the MCI 400 series have been described as punchy and creamy.

I currently record on a Boss BR-864 and I don't like the limited amount of inputs. I want to move onto computer based recording and I have an idea on what I need to buy. I have a PC and I want to use that. I am thinking about buying an M-Audio firewire interface with the RCA and S/PDIF inputs and a mixer. I want a mixer with enough mic inputs to record drums that is under $300 dollars.

I just wanted to start a thread to learn a little about Neve consoles and some of these famous modules I've heard about (ie the 1081's, 1066's, 1081R's). Anybody work in a shop with a 88R or a Libra? I'm just looking to learn, so whatever you know will help! Thanks gang!

Here's a good first question:

I am about to upgrade my system.

I would like to hear from professional Musicians and Producers with their opinions on the sonic quality of various recording formats.

For example, though many people I have spoken to claI'm that this is not possible, I believe that Pro Tools sounds better than Logic Audio. I have them both.

I have a PT mix3 and dearly need a console. I like the idea of Neve. I''ve used the VR legend and enjoyed its company but the size or price. I've seen the baby V but have not heard it. I love the fact it has comp/Gate on every channel. There is one for $18,ooo 24 I/O 8 grp. It makes sens to me, how about you?>
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Hello,

Anyone have experience with these mic preamps ? Do they sound good?

Thanks,
Michael

Hello folks...first post on this forum.