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Originally Posted by mojito  hahaha, yeah, i know that and i dont want to sound like i am an analog snob but, you know, i've been producing with logic, softsynths, vst fx, etc. for so many years and now i'm buying my first analog gear. So i want to know the answers to those questions just because i want to be careful with my sound, that's all.
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I think you are right to be concerned. You can't go back and re record hours/weeks/months of playing later when you work out that your sound card is a POS.
My advice is to have a high end preamp with a DI which will generally add more warmth to your signal and get converters that you are 100% happy with.
The difference between bad convertors in a crappy sound card and a dedicated 2 channel high end converter is HUGE... I have owned many bad sound cards over the years and they generally smear your recording with grit, slime and general nastiness.
Compared to a good converter which will make your recording sound crisp, open.. with a wide dynamic range... and just more true to how you intended it to sound.
Despite what people say here.. that it doesn't really matter.. Because
IT DOES matter.
If you can't get the high end stuff then at least look into the affordable but quality options and research the other forums as these products get debated about alot.
As was mentioned in an earlier thread.. the fireface products are a good affordable option. If you want really great conversion look at LYNK and APOGEE If you want the best around then look at UA2192 or HEDD or PRISM But once you start getting into this price bracket.. the differences are subtle and they will all sound really good.
To sum up. Its absolutely fine to capture your sound to computer but you need a good preamp and convertor. You can always chuck it out to tape later to get that tape sound.
Also bear in mind that its what you do with your recordings from there that counts.. Digital mixing is a whole other kettle of fish!