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Subject: To 01v, or not to 01v
Original Message Date: 26-Feb-02 @ 02:52 AM - To 01v, or not to 01v
Having DJ'ed around for the best part of 7 years now, I've decided to try my hand at the production end of things. My studio consists simply of a Nord Lead 2, an EMU E-5000 sampler, and a Boss Dr. 660 drum machine. After running all of these through a Soundcraft Folio F1(14/2), I've found myself out of channels on the mixer. So, it appears it's about time to upgrade. After doing a little homework (thanks Dancetech), I'm not sure if I should stay in the analog domain with a Mackie 1604, or drain my bank account and get a Yamaha 01v. With all of the features offered by the 01v (4-band parametric EQ, effects, dynamics processor, etc.) it seems like an easy choice to make.
However, I am currently using a Delta 44 audio card in my computer, which doesn't have a digital capabilities. It appears most people using the 01v try to keep the signal digital. I'm sure all of the A/D-D/A conversions between my analog gear going through the 01v to cubase will play havoc with sound quality. Alternaly, the Mackie desk will give me more than enough inputs/outputs, plus avoid the need for all those A/D-D/A conversions, plus give me more headroom when recording.
Any advise on how to proceed would be greatly appreciated. If there is anything else you need to know about my setup please ask away. Thanks for all your help,
Richard
Message 21/23 16-Mar-02 @ 11:30 PM - RE: To 01v, or not to 01v
TIA!
Peace.
Message 22/23 17-Mar-02 @ 01:49 AM - RE: To 01v, or not to 01v
Message 23/23 17-Mar-02 @ 02:00 AM - RE: To 01v, or not to 01v
pros
-supremely attractive price
-long-throw motorised faders
-generous number of channels, busses and processors
-easy to use, with clear manual
cons
-no analogoue i/o expansion currently available
-mix automation only holds one song at a time
summary
the ddx3216 appears to meet virtually all the needs of someone wanting a cost-effective digital mixer to accompany their 8 or 16 track digital recorder.
it also says "the overall sound quality compares favourably with other low-cost digital consoles, with the eq section offering a good compromise between analogue and digital".
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