What are your thoughts on using tape for recording in 2023?

@Czyszy

Жыл бұрын

It depends on what you record with. I would never, ever recommend recording "to tape" using an 80s cosumer reel-to-reel device for example.

@Czyszy

Жыл бұрын

I bought an Unitra machine to track "to tape" and I was really disappointed. I had to use DIN cables to record, which was clunky and tedious. The hiss was louder than the signal, the sound would often drop or sound mangled, and there was never that "silky" sound everybody kept talking about. The audio sounded lo fi in the worst imaginable way.

@futuresmiles5797

Жыл бұрын

Still love that sound especially for the rhythm section like you say & to mellow out harsh cymbals. Digital can definitely capture the most high end detail but ultimately I think a hybrid approach will usually yield the best results. In a recent interview with Neil Young & Rick Rubin they said for World Record they digitized right off the playback heads so the tape didnt have time to degrade.

@harrisbeatsfrankou6304

Жыл бұрын

servicing my 688 to run the pres eqs and tape options as a pre daw warmer. Ill experiment with various options. I'd rather that than plugins for now. I does sound better still compared to straight to audient. My audient has no inserts nor sends so it avails me hardware as well.

@snarfusmaximus

Жыл бұрын

Was given a Tascam 388 and an early model Otari MX5050 2-track by a friend. Quarter inch 8-track isn't exactly known for its fidelity but it definitely has a nice sound to it. Unfortunately the play/record head on the 388 requires relapping. The plus side is that I bought some calibration tapes and taught myself to calibrate tape machines. So what are my thoughts on using tape in 2023? Tape choices are limited to a handful of types from two manufacturers and are not cheap, calibration tapes are expensive, tape machines require regular maintenance, and tape isn't exactly a convenient medium. It does sound lovely though and I really like the workflow and trying to make the most of its limitations. I also have a soft spot for physical media.

I love this guys content, mad helpful and just seems like a nice guy

@Producelikeapro

Жыл бұрын

I appreciate that!

Love what you said about the onus to perform. That is my biggest enemy in my studio. 2 things have helped: having the client or a friend present while tracking, and taking a minimalist rig anywhere but your usual setting. Really brings some fun and magic back to what can otherwise be an isolating profession or endeavor.

Sorry I don't comment each time, but each time I watch one of these precious shorts, it's a nice learning moment :) It's like I met Warren today in the neighborhood, and we had a lovely word.

@Producelikeapro

Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for watching these shorts :) it means a lot.

i used tape way back and just loved the warm sound. It was great for our sound but honestly I just can't imagine how I would justify doing it again (until I get an Aerosmith budget :) at least haha) Love your content !

They should use more tape today ! Tape has proved the test of time.Use the Mauch 2 !!! The Daw sucks!

When my younger collaborator asked my opinion about him purchasing a tape machine I told him quite honestly that I would prefer to have to use an outhouse than go back to magnetic tape.

@morenazo6412

8 ай бұрын

It's a pain in the butt to use, but sounds 100 times better than using digital, eqs compressors and that fake digital tape emulation...all my hardware compressors, eqs and analog effects sounded much much better, too...and not like, icey cold, digital mush

As a long time amature, I've had some experience with big old consoles and multi-track tape; but like a lot of people, all low budget second hand stuff. And it certainly had its charms. But, I reckon, unless you've got the good analogue gear AND the means to keep it maintained.....well, In The Box, is just getting better every day.....

Warren! I saw you’re selling your console. When do we get to hear the story of why and when will you tell us what’s going to come next? Control surface? Will the cadac bemoved front and center? So many questions! Cheers

@Producelikeapro

Жыл бұрын

All will be revealed soon enough!

Wish I had the opportunity to learn how to use analog gear. The process looks like a labor of love. There's nothing better

Hey Warren why dont you make an Aerosmith episode, I mean talking about your experience, gears. studios... Thanks, PLAP is the best music pro channel!

@Producelikeapro

Жыл бұрын

Hmmm maybe? Stay tuned!

@Luke-ot6mk

Жыл бұрын

@@Producelikeapro Fantastic!

Why rarely? I haven't heard an emulation that sounds as good as the real deal.

@lordskeletro

11 күн бұрын

lazy

I think I would still enjoy that if I had a tape recorder still in reliably good shape with a steady power source.

Anything going to vinyl should be made on tape. The fact that we are transferring hi res digital recordings to vinyl is a joke. You are then getting the worst of both. We should be listening to modern music mostly in hi res directly for best sound quality. MQA and tidals greed has left a bad taste in peoples mouths when it comes to hd audio. Very few people even knew hi res was an option until apple completely changed the game and shut everyone down. 24 bit 48 kHz should at least be the standard. It’s the best balance between quality and practicality. I can’t believe KZread still hasn’t gone to at least CD quality. All these advancements in tech and we are listening to mp3 sounding low bitrate garbage still.

@lordskeletro

11 күн бұрын

*16 bits, much better, less artifacts

damnit I never heard of clasp and now I am super curious

"cheap" 4-track tascam does some magic to signals.. thank "god" i started on Tascam 244, learned how to do things on a analog machine..

I've a question for you mate, what is the purpose of reverse polarity and how can it effect our mix?

What does "in time using clasp" mean?

Which year is this! I mean where are we

What is "clasp"?

@dannydaniel8975

Ай бұрын

Something you get when you have relations with the wrong girl

Is your hair digital or analog