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transferring from analog tape recordings to DAW

I'm looking at a widely divergent set of opinions everywhere and am really confused.
What are the basics I need to transfer my analog recordings(done on a 4 track Tascam mk-2 424 portastudio-most of them 2-3 channels)to DAW effectively?I'm looking to transfer the files to DAW for edting,tweaking and basic mastering purposes.
I did read about an A-D converter,but which type?

A way to transfer files onto a Fostex mr-8

Is there a way to transfer .WAV files that were say recorded in Pro Tools LE onto my fostex mr-8?

Say like I recorded the bass and guitar at my friend's studio on Pro Tools, and then I want to finish the rest at my own home studio. Would I be able to put the wave on a DATA CD, and via USB put it on the mr-8?

A way to transfer files onto a Fostex mr-8

Is there a way to transfer .WAV files that were say recorded in Pro Tools LE onto my fostex mr-8?

Say like I recorded the bass and guitar at my friend's studio on Pro Tools, and then I want to finish the rest at my own home studio. Would I be able to put the wave on a DATA CD, and via USB put it on the mr-8?

How to set up EMU1820m patchmix for ADAT transfer

Hi!

I plan to simultaniously transfer 16 audio tracks from an analog tape machine into Cubase SX2

My soundcard is an EMU 1820m and I have borrowed an Alesis AI3 ADAT Analog - Optical Interface.

The thing is, the patchmixer of the soundcard drives me nuts. It's not very intuitive (so please, don't say "read the * manual" because it's sh*t)

896HD to Minidisc transfer?

Hey, was wondering if there is any way to go from the Optical Out on my 896HD direct to minidisc via the optical output. I have the correct cable plugged into the 896HD to the Minidisc recorder, but cannot seem to get a signal. I am running OSX, and went to Audio Midi setup and used various settings, but it will not work.

ADAT transfering to the pc

I have some questions about the ADAT. First off...what exactly is the optical in and outs for? I have them on my sound card. Secondly. if i were to record drum tracks on an 8 track ADAT machine how would i transfer them to my pc? I'm sure i need a firewire port but i think i'm curious as to how u convert the tracks to the pc insync with each other.