Both of these sytems are said to compared well with the likes of API, Neve, and FR RED by their respective manufacturers and/or reviewers. Is this a fact or just plain marketing bullsh*t. Anyone out there who has used either of these units that can give a direct comparison to the quality of the API, Neve, or comparible high-endpre's?

I have been trying to decide if I want to step into the Digidesign circle ( looks good on a business card ) or if I should mix and match for the sake of versatility, ( Cubase or similar with selection of appropriate hadware ). My questions are simple ones.
Will Pro Tools help me to do better work ?
Will clients care what I use if the finished product sounds good ?

I have been trying to decide if I want to step into the Digidesign circle ( looks good on a business card ) or if I should mix and match for the sake of versatility, ( Cubase or similar with selection of appropriate hadware ). My questions are simple ones.
Will Pro Tools help me to do better work ?
Will clients care what I use if the finished product sounds good ?

Hi friends. I have to be honest that I am asking the same question at the DUC also.

first of all, I would like to have your opinions about compressors. Which one(s) do you think have provided you better results with specific recording/mixing techniques and different instruments and voices.