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Henchman · 18th June 2002

Are you talking Audio-post for TV and film?

Because if you are, then you won't really need a Finalizer.

So, what is your main focus of biz?

Here's some idea'S:

You might want to think about a used panasonic DA-7 to get going. This would solve your micpre issues in the short term. There's one on ebay right now for $1800,-.

You could start by getting some Oktava mics for recording voices. I use them alot, and they sound fine.

Get at least 1 used DA-88 with timecode . These have pretty much become a standard over here for Post laybacks. This will run you about $500-$600.
A pair of decent monitors. I used the Tannoy Reveals for awhile, untill we got our M+K's. About $400,-

Also the TC stuff is great for verbs etc.

Since you're on a budget, get an inexpensive PC to burn CD's etc.

So, think about thIS kind of set-up to start, and you can always buy more stuff once you get going.
Because there's always more.

Mark

18th June 2002	#2
Henchman Lives for gear Joined: Jun 2002 Location: LA, USA Posts: 6,830	Are you talking Audio-post for TV and film? Because if you are, then you won't really need a Finalizer. So, what is your main focus of biz? Here's some idea'S: You might want to think about a used panasonic DA-7 to get going. This would solve your micpre issues in the short term. There's one on ebay right now for $1800,-. You could start by getting some Oktava mics for recording voices. I use them alot, and they sound fine. Get at least 1 used DA-88 with timecode . These have pretty much become a standard over here for Post laybacks. This will run you about $500-$600. A pair of decent monitors. I used the Tannoy Reveals for awhile, untill we got our M+K's. About $400,- Also the TC stuff is great for verbs etc. Since you're on a budget, get an inexpensive PC to burn CD's etc. So, think about thIS kind of set-up to start, and you can always buy more stuff once you get going. Because there's always more. Mark