|
hmmm... that sounds like kind of a long convoluted signal path with unneccesary AD and DA conversions. since you have 16 outs and a 32 channel console, why not just break things up a little more inside protools?
when i'm mixing, i only use protools as a recorder and editor. i set all the PT faders at zero (except where there's automation) for minimal computer math. then i send tracks out through individual outputs from PT. the individual outputs go through outboard then into the tape returns of the console. then i set the fader levels, print to 1/2", and voila... a mix.
faders are just passive attenuators, so i wouldn't worry too much about what they are doing to the sound. and if you want to experiment with gain staging, feeding the input of the console at different levels, you can just trim the output of your outboard gear as opposed to riding faders in PT.
so in this process, there are only 2 AD's and 2 DA's. AD 1 is one the way into PT during tracking, DA 1 is on the way out in mixing. AD 2 is in mastering, and DA 2 is listening to the finished product.
|