quoted 1 line Accepting that you get what you pay for, is there a degree of skill needed=20>Accepting that you get what you pay for, is there a degree of skill needed=20
before the difference becomes apparant? I mean, do =A3800 decks only become=20
truly necessary when you want to scratch, or are they simply better across=20
the board?
How much of an advantage is direct drive?
If you're not planning to do any scratching, then direct drive isn't essential. I've had a pair of soundlabs for years and have managed some pretty good mixes on them.
There are two other problems with non-direct drive though. Because they take about half a second to get up to full speed you can't push in the start of a track - even if you try to push it in at 33 manually it usually sounds a little bit wonky. This means you have to cut the record in about 4 bars or so after it's started. You cannot scratch on them in any shape or form.
The other is if you're playing out - everywhere has direct drive technics, and if you're used to soundlabs it can be a bit odd - kind of like driving a new car. Just means you have to concentrate a bit more and puts you a bit on edge. I made the mistake of getting a bit pissed before going on the decks and had some near train-crashes, whereas I'm usually alright on the soundlabs after a few drinks.
quoted 1 line Given my nonexistant resources, what can you compromise on to save money?>Given my nonexistant resources, what can you compromise on to save money?
Soundlabs - cheap but cheerful. Good for learning. Mine are still going strong after years of abuse.
quoted 1 line Finally, I suppose, does anyone have any recommendations?>Finally, I suppose, does anyone have any recommendations?
If you can afford them - technics 1210's. The industry standard.
Cheers,
Dan Shoebridge.
(ignore the message to follow - I'm emailing from work)
Dan Shoebridge
Project Executive
The Ops Room Ltd
Tel: 020 8410 8000
Fax: 020 8410 8001
Email: Dan.Shoebridge@opsroom.co.uk
CONFIDENTIALITY
This communication contains information which is confidential and may also be priviledged. It is for the exclusive use of the intended recipient(s). If you are not the intended recipient(s), please note that any distribution, copying or use of this communication or the information it contains is strictly prohibited. If you have received this communication in error, please notify the sender immediately and then destroy any copies in whatever format they are held.
---------------------------------------------------------------------
To unsubscribe, e-mail: idm-unsubscribe@hyperreal.org
For additional commands, e-mail: idm-help@hyperreal.org