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Thread #68623 Message #1158134
Posted By: John Robinson (aka Cittern)
09-Apr-04 - 04:35 PM
Thread Name: Tech: Want to Improve my recording
Subject: RE: Tech: Want to Improve my recording
I think NoMattch meant the FostoxVF80.
I have one and is has served me well, in fact I still use it to record every one of Julie's gigs live despite having a portable Mac/NoteBook based 32-track ProTools system now. The Fostex is easier to throw in with the live gear without us having to buy a bigger car!
For recording away from a PC its just the job, and there are many similar boxes around. Ignore the claims that you can do the whole job, including "mastering", in it though - not really accurate claims in my opinion - but you can easily transfer files onto the PC for manipulation later.
If you were not intent on leaving the PC/Laptop behind, a Digidesign MBOX would be an interesting alternative. If I were to buy something like the Fostex again though I would look for more than two inputs. You would then have the flexibility to record the guitar with more than one mic, or use ambient mics, both of which would add more potential to your recording activities.
I am sure Bernard will be able to add more comments to this discussion as well.