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Help me record on my Sager 5680, please-

post #1 of 7
2/14/04 at 5:05am
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Here's what I wanna do:
I wanna record my guitar either straight from the amp line out into the mic line in, or from the amp speakers, to a mic, then into the line in. Will this work? Will it sound worth a darn? Is the 5680's line in/mic jack good enough to do something like this? Have any of y'all tried this before, or had any experience with it? I want to start creating and mixing my own songs, but I need a way to get it onto my computer (besides the built in mic, which is horrible). If you have any other suggestions, let me know. I plan on using some of the Cakewalk software for mixing (maybe Guitar Tracks Pro), if that helps..... Thanks!
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post #2 of 7
2/14/04 at 7:42am
I assume this is ddoouubbllee ppoosstteedd.
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post #3 of 7
2/14/04 at 4:20pm
The best way would require some bucks, but would be worth it if your serious. Using the firewire is the best option, and will get you the best sound. I know motu makes a nice setup for it, and maybe a few others. If you have to use line in, its best to get a preamp, with a tube for warming the sound built in. I use nuendo, but thats pretty high end to get started with. Try to find like steinbergs cubase one of the lite versions, you can sometimes find it packaged with hardware you buy. If you have a sam ash near you go, and have a chat with the guy that handles the computer recording stuff there.
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post #4 of 7
2/14/04 at 5:48pm
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Here's what I got right now:
Guitar->All the effects I need (Compressor, distortion, delay, wah)->Amp with overdrive->

...then I can either:
1. record using the built in mic like I'm doing right now (not good quality),
2. plug straight from the amp line out into the mic line in,
3. plug the amp into the USB or Firewire, or
4. get a better mic and mic the amp.

Should I invest in a better sound card, or in some equipment? I'll be playing mostly 80s metal music (distorted Marshall sound). But I really need this to be a very clear recording, otherwise, what's the point? I appreciate your help, guys!
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post #5 of 7
2/15/04 at 4:36pm
A motu one. A bit pricey Another m audio, more options Heres a few options.

M audio firewire

The only other thing I would get would be a pre amp with a tube in it. Such as one of these This is the one I currently use

And possibly a mixer, though you can do without it, but its nice to not have to plug, and unplug mics, and instruments. Im using this one at home right now. Yamaha
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post #6 of 7
3/9/04 at 8:07pm
maudio is the best bang for the buck if you want descent quality for a fair price, I also have heard great things about the digidesign box as well.
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post #7 of 7
3/9/04 at 10:52pm
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I bought the Echo Indigo, but it doesn't work.... I think I'm going to get the M-Audio Duo USB. What do y'all think of that?
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