A friend has been given as a birthday present a recording studio session. I own a Roland digital 8 track and have recorded local artists who tell me I do a damn good job - but at the prices I charge they probably would say that anyway!

I have never enjoyed the priveledge of going into a pro studio, but my son recorded a CD with his band some years ago and I was not too impressed with the mix - though I accept it can be a personal thing.
I'd like to know from those who have experience what they think to the results and how they might compare with the DIY alternative.

My main question is - can you get as good a result with a Roland-type digital recorder or is it worth the cash to visit the pro studio?