USB Mixer VS Interface

[Tommycash]

C'mon guys, help an old man out. I'm a harware guy making my journey into to software world

[CJ Mastering]

To each their own, even if your new to the DAW world. That's why there are no responses.

I would learn as much as you can about the USB mixer/interface you want and the audio interface you want and then make a decision on what to get.

If you cant afford something with at least 48 faders and something that has total recall of each session, i would get an audio interface and not a USB mixer. But that is just me and my opinion.

This decision doesn't matter if you use allot of hardware or allot of software or some of both. either one. So get what ever one you want as they do not care if you use allot of hardware or software.

Cj

[Tommycash]

If you cant afford something with at least 48 faders and something that has total recall of each session, i would get an audio interface and not a USB mixer. But that is just me and my opinion.

Cj[/QUOTE]

Actually, thats all I needed. I research like hell, but a little practical knowledge like that makes all the difference. I thought that was what GS was here for. Thanx.

[psycho_monkey]

Originally Posted by CJ Mastering

To each their own, even if your new to the DAW world. That's why there are no responses.

I would learn as much as you can about the USB mixer/interface you want and the audio interface you want and then make a decision on what to get.

If you cant afford something with at least 48 faders and something that has total recall of each session, i would get an audio interface and not a USB mixer. But that is just me and my opinion.

This decision doesn't matter if you use allot of hardware or allot of software or some of both. either one. So get what ever one you want as they do not care if you use allot of hardware or software.

Cj

I don't think there is a 48input totally recallable console with USB io!

[Tommycash]

Soooooooooooo...not only do I get a smart a$$ reply but I get misinformed too? It's all good tho

[CharlesEdward]

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[knobsmcgee]

you definitely dont need 48 faders unless you're recording an orchestra lol

[d1rdyd]

Ableton

[tdot]

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You should know how many faders you think you will need

[Tommycash]

Thanx I definately know I need at least 16 but 24 would be optimal. Thanx guys for the suggestions.

[Tommycash]

The Allen and Heath is a tad too much for me to purchase without having to deal with my wife talking smack but the midas Venice may be just what the doctor ordered. Once again, thank you

[Kinetic_beats]

There's also the tascam DM 4800 witch can be used as a controller FireWire interface with 24 faders and built in FX for around $3500

[3rd Degree]

Another option is to get a mixer with direct outs on each channel, or enough of them where it doesn't bother you, and get an interface that supports enough inputs. A lot of interfaces are capable of doing 24 or more tracks now if you use ADAT. Then you have the option of using whatever mixer you want, assuming it has enough outputs. You can choose your interface, obviously, as well.

[The Aristocrat]

Sounds like you are looking for an interface plain and simple, if you are moving into the software world you probably won't be in need for a mixer. You probably just want to get an interface with enough inputs to suit your fancy. Since you are going to be in the software realm your DAW will probably have exactly what you need to be doing any mixing. I would just invest in an interface with enough inputs to support your hardware.

[Tommycash]

Originally Posted by The Aristocrat

Sounds like you are looking for an interface plain and simple, if you are moving into the software world you probably won't be in need for a mixer. You probably just want to get an interface with enough inputs to suit your fancy. Since you are going to be in the software realm your DAW will probably have exactly what you need to be doing any mixing. I would just invest in an interface with enough inputs to support your hardware.

I had assumed that the usb/firewire mixer was basically an interface with a control surface. I already decided on studio one as my daw. I just wanted the easiest way to incoporate all my outboard gear and drum machines,samplers and keyboards.

[mrwonderful]

As far as DAWs go demo them all ! FL and Ableton are my top two with Pro Tools coming in 3rd.

[Tommycash]

Gonna check into Ableton, just read the soundonsound review of studio one and they said it's not too good for using multiple synths/modules.