I just bought a recording studio.

[Wattage]

Re: I just bought a recording studio.

hey, Scott!
thanks, man!

well, a quick look in the manual, and I didn't find anything about SPDif (whatever that is? doh!)
I'm sure I can use the USB transfer, although my PC is so old (pentium III), it's USB 1, and I need to add a USB hub.

prices:
Tascam: $1029
preamp: $91
condenser mic: $91

as I mentioned, I saved enough over the online price to pay for the preamp and mic. I put the dealer info on the previous page.

and, yeah, since the recording thread, I've been considering the Audigy - I have a Soundblaster Live! now. The inputs on the Audigy definitely look like an improvement, besides the bit rate. Which model did you get? The $90 to $130 models looked fine to me, and I didn't see any features on the "Platinums" that added much for me..

and thanks for the "inspiration" ... my mindset has to change, since I have to get used to the idea of working on songs diligently towards a goal of actually finishing, rather than just goofing off playing!

Peace,
G

What a great deal, 24 tracks for a grand, HOLY CRAP. I paid $799 for my 8 track version and I was psyched. I really like using my SM57 with the ART Studio V3 Tube MP and Levelar PTC. The ART gear really helps warm things up for cheap. I have the SB Audigy Platinum but I have the first version, I'll hve to take a look at the new ones. Most of the PC's I build are for offices and sound isn't a priority so most of it is onboard There are a few other cards in that range but Creatives driver support is usually pretty good so I stuck with them.

SPDIF is Sony Phillips Digital Interface. It looks like an RCA jack but it puts on a 24 bit digital signal as opposed to using analog outs. If the USB works for you greeat, no need to look any further. Check your PM's I think I have a cheap solution to your USB 2.0 issue.

[Curly]

Re: I just bought a recording studio.

Nice going Curly...then we can dig more of those sweet tones of yours

thanks, Rid!

unfortunately, I think I put a lot of pressure on myself by "going public"

and, Wattage ...
I "roll my own" PC's too, and just stick with the good, tried and true components - much less hassle that way, for not a lot more money.
My main uses are CAD and graphics, but it looks like I'll have to get up to speed on the soundcards out there now.
I had an ART preamp on order, but the Behringer was more features for not a lot more money, plus it's 2 channels, and still uses a tube.

I just have a whole lot to learn, and looking at new technology ... well it's easy for me to get overwhelmed looking at the specs when your shopping around - I'm glad that part's behind me!

Cheers,
G

[Vasshu the humanoid typhoon]

Re: I just bought a recording studio.

Ah don't think about it......play something that pleases you, I really like your tones and playing

[Grandor]

Re: I just bought a recording studio.

- Comeon we want clips