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Diabolicus	Date: May 22, 2004 @ 3:31 AM Hey everyone. I'm putting together a project recording studio on my computer and I was looking for some advice as far as hardware, programs, and mic preamps so here's the deal: Right now I don't want to spend too much cash but i'm not gonna cheap out either. So far I was looking at the following: Hardware: Digi 001 or PreSonus Firestation. If you have any opinions on these or any other suggestions, feel free. I'm looking for something with generally about 16 or 18 inputs and in the same price range. Software: Obviously if I get the Digi, I'll use protools. However if I don't get it, what are some similar programs and what are their pros and cons? Mic Preamps: I'm gonna need two 8 channel pres, at least one of which needs the option for ADAT Lightpipe output on all 8 channels. I'm Trying to keep these inexpensive but this is one place that I can't afford to be cheap. And just in case you're wondering I'm running a Pentium 4, 2.4 Ghz processor with Windows XP SP1. 512 MB Ram, 60 gig HD.. all that good stuff.
smartazz	Date: May 25, 2004 @ 12:57 PM I use the 001 and I love it... but since it is discontinued digi won't keep suppporting it for long so that's something to consider... if you can go for the 002 I'd strongly reccomend that. as far as other software a lot of people like cubase but i think nuendo is a little better just as far as output quality.
starseven	Date: May 27, 2004 @ 4:52 AM well, nowit really depends on what platform you;re on... even though i thought we were finally past these days... aprently not... applle bought out Logc about a year ago... so now you cant get anytign past 5.5 for pc.. i dont even think you can buy it anymore either... rumor has it protools is going complety pc... so idunno... since you said you;re startig up a project studio.. i can only asume you;re running mac.. because running any audio program on pc.s''' just sucks(personal opinion of course) anywas.. i woudl say your best bet, woudl be be to run Logic audio.... that way yo;r not locked into any one hardware like you are with Digi... Get logic, and then get a MOTO 2408.. which has 8 channels of 1/4 trs jack.. as well as up to 24 channels of adat lightpipe.. it also has TDIF if you have any tascam gear like the 2424 or somethgin like that...as far as preamps..ART just came out with some nice ones.. and they are pretty cheap.. chec it out... if you have to go protools.. deifntly go with the 002... the 001 has been dropped , i think mostly because of the pci card problems with the new g5's.. and how they dont supprt the 001....
Diabolicus	Date: May 27, 2004 @ 1:04 PM Thanks for all the advice. I actually had my computer info in the bottom of the original post, I'm on a PC running: Pentium 4, 2.4 Ghz processor with Windows XP SP1. 512 MB Ram, 60 gig HD.. all that good stuff. I'll check out those preamps and as for software and hardware I think I'm gonna go with the 002, looks like a very good deal.
drsesin	Date: September 3, 2004 @ 6:32 AM 02R IS A GGOD MACHINE
Veracohr	Date: September 12, 2004 @ 12:46 PM I think the preamps and converters in the Firestation would be better than the Digi001, but of course that would require you to get recording software, which would be another $500 or so, if you wanted something worthwhile.
iluminati	Date: September 14, 2004 @ 9:46 AM If you are planning to make a living with this studio, Pro-Tools will give you the best compatiblity with commercial studios. The Digi002 is slick, and the portable version functions as a nice standalone mixer. With a VST wrapper you have RTAS and VST support, so you have a wide range of options. The only issue with Pro-Tools/Digidesign is the upgrade path is very expensive.

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