New to Outboard Analog Gear? Get These First!

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Do you record, go live, mix, or some of each? Let's make sure you get the most from your first analog gear.
New to Outboard Preamps? Watch this: • Outboard vs Audio Inte...
⚙️Gear Featured in this Video:
Universal Audio 1176LN: amzn.to/3lqV7Uc
Universal Audio Teletronix LA-2A: amzn.to/3DROfVZ
Warm Audio WA-73EQ: amzn.to/3IcUB51
Warm Audio WA-76: amzn.to/3JWdCtH
Lindell Audio LIN76: amzn.to/3lnEiJQ
Warm Audio WA-2A: amzn.to/3JY9DNu
ART TransX: amzn.to/3IdozG4
AudioScape 76D: www.audio-scape.com/products/76d
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🎞Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction - What do you want from Analog Gear?
01:09 Gear of Recording or Live Production
04:40 Gear for Mixing and Post Production
05:46 Demo - Using A 2 Channel Preamp on your Master Bus
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@NTX_Rockwell 2 месяца назад

For my fellow LA2A and EQP (pultec) nutters…Klark Teknik brand clones. Just change the tubes if you feel it doesn’t have enough warmth. They’re killer and super budget friendly. You’re welcome. Love ya!

@rickdeaguiar-musicreflecti7692 8 месяцев назад

Super overview. Thank you for taking the time on this :)

@askdrtk 8 месяцев назад

Thanks, glad to help out. Cheers!

@disappt Год назад

+1 on your sensible advice! I decided to get one special chain in 500 series format for vocals/instrument recording but haven’t attempted to repurpose that single channel for the stereo bus yet! Great idea!

@askdrtk Год назад

Great decision on a 500 series chain! Very good flexibility and room to grow…Cheers!

@YSBG_ Год назад

Thank you! I needed to hear this. I’m currently in school for audio engineering and building my home studio. I was thinking about going with plug ins first and figuring out what outboard gear i would want/need afterwards. I needed to hear this. Great advice.

@askdrtk Год назад

My pleasure, glad to help out! Take time and personalize the layout and gear that best fits your workflow. It is a lot of work, but enjoy the process building your studio!

@YSBG_ Год назад

@@askdrtk i will! Thx again!

@MichaelNatrin Год назад

Great info! Your video & edit look and sound impressive.

@askdrtk Год назад

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it!

@NicolasMelis Год назад

great video! thanks for the info

@askdrtk Год назад

Thanks! Glad to to help out!

@ramencurry6672 Год назад

Fantastic video. Excellent content

@askdrtk Год назад

As always, much appreciated. I’m glad you enjoyed this topic.

@secondchance6766 Месяц назад

Great channel, your all class ❤

@operasinger2126 Год назад

Thanks for making the video!

@askdrtk Год назад

My pleasure, glad to help out!

@stiiffyrabbit 7 месяцев назад

my first outboard gear was three pream/interfaces! it didn't come together until i bought my 1st compressor, the dbx 1066 - user-controls up the ying-yang!

@askdrtk 6 месяцев назад

There really is nothing like getting your first outboard compressor! Cheers!

@deandresmith5761 9 месяцев назад

All my equipment for now is ART ... I'm grateful for quality affordable gear

@askdrtk 9 месяцев назад

Glad you’re enjoying your gear! ART doesn’t spend a lot on promotion (so we don’t hear a lot about their gear), but I have generally found it to be far superior than price would suggest. You can make great sounding music with ART. Cheers!

@clipz1 Год назад

i only recently discovered you not sure when you started doing videos but i get that feeling you watched a few and was like Fuck this let me really help some people no gimmicks

@askdrtk Год назад

You are on to me…lol! Always glad to help out where I can.

@clipz1 Год назад

@@askdrtk makes me wana make a dj channel with the same kinda no nonsense setting lol

@VCBEATS 2 месяца назад

great video. thank you sir

@checkitout611 11 месяцев назад

Really great advice here in this video and a solid starting point for sure! Love my Warm Audio WA273 (no EQ version) with my Revive Audio Pro VLA II (modded) and my Audio-Scape EQP-A (pair). They were affordable and I use them all the time for tracking, mixing and mastering so they are used a lot. Can't recommend the Pro VLA II and Audio-Scape enough .... really has been solid.

@askdrtk 11 месяцев назад

Thanks, that's a great collection you can get a lot done with! I am very impressed with what Chris and his team over at @AudioScapeEngineeringCo are doing. If they could ever scale up without changing the gear I think a lot of manufacturers would get very nervous...but scaling up is kind of the opposite of what makes their gear so great... Cheers!

@checkitout611 11 месяцев назад

@@askdrtk Agreed!

@TheSpeedyr6 Месяц назад

Warm audio is piece of shiit

@heleomopi Год назад

good video. Sr thanks! good points here!!

@askdrtk Год назад

Thanks, glad you enjoyed it!

@FromTheHipp Год назад

i think the point about a compressor is great advice. in a lot of cases, aside the microphone(which should have been #1), its usually the most expensive. if you can save up and get a CL 1B, getting the neve 1073 after wont seem like as big a save. for me, I have my mic and my pre and need a compressor now. I'm just going to have to go hybrid for now with my Telefunken into my 737 and use UAD's comps on the way in.

@askdrtk Год назад

I’m with you on the microphone. Everything stacks up and you get the best incremental upgrades when you start with a great source. The great thing is that we can all build our rigs up over time adding just the right pieces while taking advantage of just how good plugins have become. I am he first person to admit I love analog gear, but I do have to say that using both UAD on the Apollo and native (plus a few others), I don’t think we aren’t suffering too much with plugins along the way… Cheers!

@TrevorHelt 6 месяцев назад

Good stuff!

@leobarros6362 3 месяца назад

Hi mate, great video! Can you give me a sight of how you do your connections for the masterbuss? Im on cubase as well, but the main problem is to figure out how to connect the inns and outs properly. Thanks a lot for this video 🙏🏿

@TroyTackett 8 месяцев назад

I was thing about getting this Universal Audio 4-710d 4-Channel Microphone Preamp

@askdrtk 8 месяцев назад

I have been pleased with my 710 and have thought about swapping it for a 4-710d. The compression on the 4-710d works well with a variety of sources and UA haven't "overdone it" for tracking imo. I haven't tested the conversion on the digital IO, but I would expect it to be good coming from UA. I like that line inputs 5-8 are also provided to maximize the digital IO. TO me the 4-710d is a compelling choice...

@callbackdons 4 месяца назад

..what was the song playing during the demo sequence?? That was a banger.

@teashea1 Год назад

very well done

@askdrtk Год назад

Thanks, I’m glad you enjoyed it!

@djriddem 17 дней назад

Hi, I didn’t quite understand the bit where you used mic pres on the master. Aren’t pres supposed to bring mic levels to line level? Does that require re-amping or can you just plug line inputs straight in, and if so what is the pre doing if not changing the level? Thanks.

@BradleyGagne Месяц назад

What do you feel about summing mixers?

@dsylmusic 10 месяцев назад

This was very timely for me and I appreciate the info. I will check some other of your videos and have subscribed. I have been considering a tube headphone amp to function as you did the mic preamp. Do you have any pros or cons for this?

@askdrtk 10 месяцев назад

Thanks and I am glad to hear you are enjoying my videos. You can use a tube headphone amp as an insert but the setup depends on the available connections on the amp. Most headphone amplifiers use unbalanced inputs and have either headphone level only or headphone level plus auxiliary unbalanced outputs. Connecting balanced and unbalanced inputs and outputs is not ideal and can result in distortion as can using a headphone output as a line out. ART makes a balanced/unbalanced converter with impedance matching and level control to address this issue. www.artproaudio.com/product/cleanbox-pro-dual-channel-level-converter/ You can also use a 2 channel DI box to convert unbalanced headphone output to a mic level balanced signal to connect back to preamps on your audio interface. Here is an example: www.radialeng.com/product/prod2 If on the other hand, your headphone amplifier does have balanced connections (such as the Monolith Liquid Platinum), you will be able to make the connections. Depending on the input and output connectors themselves, adapters are sometimes required. Hope this helps out!

@DuJuanSylvester 10 месяцев назад

@@askdrtk Thanks much for the feedback! I will be using it in IO and routing back into my interface. I think the headphone stereo out may do the trick for now. I need stereo and a 2 channel mic preamp is starting to look out of budget for now.

@djdanger9812 10 месяцев назад

For mixing, First piece of gear to purchase is a master bus compressor. No doubt. If you do this and think your mix sounds no different id suggest staying in the box with your plugins, your not ready for outboard yet.

@askdrtk 10 месяцев назад

Definitely can't go wrong with a good bus compressor for mixing! Cheers!

@roviccastillo9087 11 месяцев назад

I really like your informative content on audio production and audio gear! I've been interested in checking out the FMR RNC 1773 as a first analog gear for my set up, my goal with that purchase is to include some compression on the way in when I record vocals, acoustic guitar, and use the compressor within the mix as well to even out dynamics and make the post processing a less difficult Have you had any experience with the RNC 1773? Would you recommend it as a first outboard gear on a budget? I just record straight through my audio interface and I'm looking to implement analog gear

@askdrtk 11 месяцев назад

Thanks, I'm glad to hear you have been enjoying my content! I have used the RNC and will say that is is an excellent choice in the affordable category for a first outboard stereo compressor. It can be very transparent when needed but still add some extra crunch when you want. The processing is done in an analog signal path with digital control which makes it very easy to recall settings which is nice to have when you are switching back and forth between tracking and mixing. I will be posting a full review on it, but if you are ready to go I wouldn't hesitate to pick one up. I Hope this helps out, Cheers!

@roviccastillo9087 11 месяцев назад

@@askdrtk Thank you so much for your recommendation and sharing your experience I'll gladly give it a go if I have the money to purchase it, more power to your content man!

@natanjafet8034 3 месяца назад

I guet the wa 273 ( so i have the preamps and the Stereo eq and trans for the master bus 😊 great recomendación ) them i have the wa bus comp ( ssl G clone )🎉 thanks for your vídeos...

@askdrtk 3 месяца назад

Nice chain on your master bus! Glad you're enjoying my videos!

@mattgaunitzmusic Год назад

Thanks so much for this video. It was extremely enlightening. After a lot of consideration I ended up going with an API channel strip for my first piece of serious analog gear. So far I love it. Some of the best sounds I’ve ever recorded are coming out of it. At some point I’d like to upgrade my interface so that I have more I/O capability and can really explore the versatility of the unit for mixing purposes.

@askdrtk Год назад

Glad you enjoyed it and solid choice on the API strip! Great IO on the channel strip, adding more interface IO is a natural for this... Cheers!

@MaggieKeizai 6 месяцев назад

Refreshing to hear someone being honest about vintage vs reissue vs clone rack gear for a change. Too many gearslutz types sniffing corks for no reason other than to justify the princely sums they spend to themselves. And big ups on the TransX pres, it's crazy the value for money they offer. Those things can go up against anything and hold their own. ART really hit it out of the park with those.

@Funkybassuk Год назад

What are your thoughts on something like a channel strip (or pair of channel strips) for everything: on the way in, on the mix bus and when mastering?

@askdrtk Год назад

Channel strips are an excellent option (they didn't make my first gear recommendation only due to complexity of controls/cost in some cases) but otherwise I highly recommend them. I look for flexible IO on the channel strip so I can normal all of the insert points through a patch bay which then allows the use of the channel in its entirety or to split up/ combine the various available effects. For an all in one solution (track, mix bus, master) I recommend transformer-based preamp, inductor EQ, and VCA or optical compressor. Tube preamps are better suited to recording vs mix bus use imo whereas a transformer preamp is useful for both recording and mix bus. For mastering, I am looking to bypass the preamp section. Of course there has to be give and take based on cost and flavor you prefer (Neve, SSL, etc.). Channel strip in combination can also be a good option. For example, you can create a pretty nice SSL front end for your DAW with a pair of SSL XLogic Alpha channel strips and then add dynamics with either an SSL bus compressor (clones such as AudioScape and Warm are good options) or even something like an elysia xpressor or as an affordable option, an ART TransY are good options. An SSL front end with preamps, EQ, dynamics, limiting, and harmonic drive all for around $2700 is going to provide great results and you can do about the same if you prefer a for "Neve" like sound. Sorry for the lengthy response, but a few ideas anyways...

@Funkybassuk Год назад

@@askdrtk Very helpful and much appreciated! I’m looking at trading a lot of old gear for a Neve Shelford. I know it’s super high end but I think it covers everything.

@askdrtk Год назад

All good. The Shelford channel is one of the best channel strips for recording available, and a pair (while pricey) would make a fantastic front end. The inductor EQ is outstanding and the input transformer Neve used on the preamp delivers some of the best tone (especially lower frequencies) I have heard. Well worth the upgrade... Let me know what you think when you make the switch.

@enrifretless Год назад

Great content! I have been thinking about getting my first analog gear for some time, but still not sure which way to go, maybe 500 series, and for sure a pair of Mic preamps, and compressors sound like the way to start BTW, what would you think about using a "Universal Audio Volt 276" as outbord gear (2 channels, each Mic preamp with a 1176 style compressor)? Could be used as the Input to Record with another Audio Interface (using Line Inputs), or for post-production too... saw someone using this kind of units that way, sounded interesting, these have very lfew controls, and the price is lower than some 500 series, anyway its just an interesting idea Thanks for your videos!

@askdrtk Год назад

Thanks, I’m glad you enjoyed my video. 500 series can be a great option for both space savings and value, not to mention the convenience of controls organized in a chain… I had the same thought when I reviewed the 276 and did some testing using the 276 as an insert on a few different tracks (vocals, guitar, drums) at that point. I was able to get some good results and I thought about making a video specifically for that (I just haven’t circled back to it yet…) If you need some basic compression and some vibe, the 276 packs a lot of value.

@enrifretless Год назад

@@askdrtk Thanks, and it would be great to see your video about using the 276 as an insert or even a mic preamp input with another interface 🙂

@astrangeandmysteriouspodca7168 10 месяцев назад

The 500 series is a great start also...rnd 511 for like 699... great preamp.

@askdrtk 10 месяцев назад

Absolutely...500 series is a great opportunity to build a recording chain and then mix bus processing. Cost and space efficient, which are always good things in our home and project studios... Cheers!

@astrangeandmysteriouspodca7168 10 месяцев назад

@@askdrtk your channel is quickly becoming my favorites for audio gear and reviews. I have a lot of gear and have been thinking of starting a gear review channel myself. Thanks for inspiration.

@erkydi Год назад

whats a good starter set of outboard gear for master bus output, I only produce and mix music/beats in the box, dont do much live recording. What would be some nice starter pieces?

@camstanley 5 месяцев назад

SSL Fusion

@pharoheru7140 11 месяцев назад

Peace appreciate the content very informative. I’m a newbie to outboard gear just bought my first two pieces a warm audio wa 2a and wa 76 want to incorporate a mic pre was considering the warm audio wa mpx 2 saw your reply to another comment what you think and what are your suggestions. Thanks again and good info much success to you.

@askdrtk 11 месяцев назад

Thanks! You are off to a good start with the 2a and 76, they are the classic go to for serial compression for a good reason... The choice of mic pre depends on the character (if any) you are looking for. The MPX and MPX 2 are some of the best new preamps I have heard this year if you are looking for a warm character with the ability to dial in saturation and harmonic distortion plus the tape circuit rounds off peaks like the analog tape we used back in the day. I recently spent some time with one and will be getting one for my studio. That said, it is a character box and only the right choice if the what I described sounds like what you are looking for. A 73 style preamp such as the WA273-EQ or Heritage HA73EQX2 will provide classic Neve warmth. If you prefer something with more punch, a 312 style preamp such as the WA-412 or BAE 312A Dual are good choices. I hope this helps out with a few options.

@pharoheru7140 11 месяцев назад

@@askdrtk Peace and thank you for the response it’s greatly appreciated you are a God send providing the service and knowledge of information I’ll look into these the reason I mentioned mpx2 is because of the punch it gave to drums it gave them a dirty gritty sound also on bass it gave it deep rich feel that you felt in your soul if you understand what I’m saying. Thanks again definitely will have a zoom meeting with you. Peace and blessings to you my guy.

@khlymore 10 месяцев назад

which desktop mic preamp is better for voice over? focusrite isa one or universal audio 710? im going to combine that with dbx 286s and senheiser mkh416

@askdrtk 10 месяцев назад

The UA 710 is clean on the SS side until you begin to drive the gain anywhere past 5.5 after which noise floor starts to become apparent. The ISA One has more gain available vs the 710 and so you do not have to drive the preamp as much. Any time you need to drive the preamp gain near to its maximum, you will hear considerably more noise compared to only using 50-70 percent of its gain. Comparing the two with gain-hungry dynamic microphones and more sensitive condenser microphones I have found I can get a cleaner signal out of the ISA One, again, largely because the ISA One has more gain available. Another great option is the Cranborne Camden EC1. It is a very clean preamp (cleaner than both the ISA One and 710) and gets a lot of use for voiceover where pristine clarity is important.

@klinikat5313 8 месяцев назад

Thanks for this vid ! Somehow I didn't understand why you place preamps/compressors on the master bus (daw) if you wan't track/record synths/drum machines for example ?

@askdrtk 8 месяцев назад

Glad to help out! The idea behind placing hardware on the 2-bus is to impart the saturation, harmonics, and compression analog circuits introduce into the sound of the digital mixes we create in our DAWs. We use analog hardware when recording for much the same reasons although often more so with microphones vs line level sources like synths and drum machines. That said, using an outboard preamp and compressor with a drum machine can make the recording sound a bit less like a machine if that is what you are going for. In the end it is a creative process as much as a technical one. Plugins are fantastic, but imo the combination of plugins/analog gear is capable of producing the sounds we have been enjoying for years, often with less work than using one or the other. Only my thoughts, but I hope this helps out. Cheers!

@klinikat5313 8 месяцев назад

@@askdrtk thanks I see, but during tracking process why not an insert channel of each track with it's own parameters of the hardware within the DAW instead of masterbus ? what is a 2-bus ? Thank you!!

@666Ekinox Год назад

Was actually exactly wondering today what would TransX sound on a mixbus... Since seing Capi Heiders.... Thanks!

@askdrtk Год назад

Glad I could help out! Those FD312 H2’s are nice sounding preamps. The TransX is one of those pieces that quietly offers a lot of value for the price and may be one of the best values in affordable two channel API style preamps. I’ve never had the opportunity to audition them side-by-side but it would be interesting.

@666Ekinox Год назад

@@askdrtk I have the pro MPA II for a couple of years now, I use it alot on different things, it's nice on accoustic guitars and bass

@askdrtk Год назад

That MPA II is another example of ART gear that far overperforms its price imo. I find ART gear generally doesn't get the attention it deserves, but if you look closely you see it in many studios.

@bbmusic4983 11 месяцев назад

Great video! I'm curious... Did you use some sort of external pad when running a line-level mix bus signal through the ART TransX preamp? Thanks!

@askdrtk 11 месяцев назад

Thanks, I’m glad you enjoyed it! For the demo I am using a 2 channel passive DI box (Radial) to convert signal level and impedance for the TransX’s inputs. Cheers!

@bbmusic4983 11 месяцев назад

@@askdrtk Awesome - thanks for the reply!

@DJ_PROMO_PR 6 месяцев назад

@@askdrtk Is it possible you can make a video how to actually connect and setup the DI box to the preamp? 🙏🙏🙏

@askdrtk 6 месяцев назад

Will do!

@TzoHill Год назад

Really informative video. So I'm looking to get some outboard gear. I've currently only just got an Art Pro MPA II preamp running through an Auident ID22. I record mainly rap vocals with some singing sometimes, was wondering what compressor would be best just to help it sit in the mix better On the way in and make the vocals pop abit more. Shall I go with an LA2A or 1176 (clones as can't afford the real one). Your response would be appreciated thank you.

@askdrtk Год назад

Both are great choices but I find the LA2A to be a bit smoother on rap and other vocals (some exceptions for vocals with sharp transients - some metal, etc...) Both the Warm Audio WA-2A and Audioscape OPTO are great choices around the $1k usd price point (both reliable and good audio quality/compression characteristics). Lindell Audio has a new LIN2A clone for $699. Based on my experience with their LIN76, I expect the LIN2A to perform very well but I haven't tested one yet (only thing is it has only 1/4" jacks, no XLR - minor complaint). The Klark Teknik 2A-KT is the most affordable at $379 usd, but I've heard mixed opinions about the output stage being weak (some say all good, others say no headroom). I haven't tried the 2A-KT myself, but I have found other gear of theirs to be considerably better than expected for the price. Hope this helps out.

@TzoHill Год назад

@@askdrtk Ah you're a legend for replying. I actually ended up getting the GAP COMP 3A as it's abit of 2a and 76 mixed in one sorta say and at a very good price. Can't wait to try it out and again, thank you for your help you've just earned a sub!

@askdrtk Год назад

That GAP COMP 3A is really nice gear. The main difference between the 3A and 2A is the 3A is solid state vs the 2A is tube based. The 3A has a cleaner / more transparent sound whereas the 2A is a bit more saturated. Otherwise, same opto compression which will work very well on Rap. If you get a chance, let me know what you think once you have a chance to try it out and most importantly, enjoy your new 3A!

@TzoHill Год назад

@@askdrtk ok will do, should be arriving by next Monday. I'll keep in touch!

@TzoHill 9 месяцев назад

@@askdrtk Man, I've been LOVING this thing. 6 months later and it's doing just what I was looking for 😀 . So now.....I'm hungry for more Gear to bring it up a notch haha. Was looking at the SSL Fusion with some sort of bus compressor; ART PRO VLA II or ART TransX. What would you recommend (for mix bus only)?

@ballaplayer14 9 месяцев назад

I use the trans X on my mixbus as well, into the warm bus comp and 2 EQP KT’s. Curious; what impedance are you setting for the pre amp on your mixbus ?

@askdrtk 9 месяцев назад

I have the Transx impedance set at 600ohm. It is connected to my interface outputs using a Radial stereo DI box (150ohm output impedance). I also use a set of EQPs, a TK Audio BC501-Ltd bus comp, and finally an SPL Big on my mixbus.

@DJ_PROMO_PR 6 месяцев назад

How can I run a LINE LEVEL stereo signal from my mixer master outs through the ART TransX? It only has mic and instruments inputs. If you can help me out I'd appreciate it. 🙏

@bunjumun 4 месяца назад

you either want a direct box to turn your impedance to microphone level or a reamp box to turn your impedance to instrument level. both are handy to have around and some companys make a box that does both.

@ernestdaniels1671 Год назад

OMG,, Where did you find that WA73-EQ, I have the same unit, however, mine has white buttons, I would love to have had one with the black buttons.

@askdrtk Год назад

A bit of “custom magic” for YT… Cheers!

@hectorfernandez743 9 месяцев назад

Great content! question how did you connect the ssl fusion and ssl plus compressor because when I hit the insert button on the ssl fusion my audio goes off can you please help me out? 🙏

@askdrtk 9 месяцев назад

Thanks, glad you enjoyed the video! To use the Bus+ compressor as an insert on the Fusion you need to connect as follows: 1. Connect Line Outs from your audio interface to the Inputs on the Fusion. 2. Connect the Insert Sends from the Fusion to the Inputs on the Bus+. 3. Connect the Outputs from the Bus+ to the Insert Returns on the Fusion. 4. Connect the Outputs from the Fusion to Line Ins on your audio interface. This will allow you to use the Fusion with and without the Bus+ by pressing Insert on the Fusion. Hope this helps out!

@hectorfernandez743 9 месяцев назад

@@askdrtk Wow thank you so much I appreciate you. It helped out 🙏

@LosFicosMusic 3 месяца назад

Is the TRANS X ART.. on the final product of this particular track?

@askdrtk 3 месяца назад

Yes, in this example the TX is the last insert on the 2 bus. Normally I use other hardware after inserting preamps (EQ, SPL Big, and Bus Compressor), but for this demo I wanted the sound of the TX to come across. Cheers!

@LosFicosMusic 3 месяца назад

@@askdrtk sounds good! a nice subtle thickness

@audiomaximo Год назад

Great content!!!

@askdrtk Год назад

Thanks! I'm glad you enjoyed it!

@manuelmarino56 Год назад

Wowww you are great, GOD has given you such a awesome gifts of wisdom and knowledge on all this different gear that is amazing i am learning a lot so happy to have met you. Thank you for all work and time you put in to help ALL of us who are watching you..👍

@portcorner_noise Год назад

Really enjoyed this but still have questions... maybe somebody can help me as I am getting really confused: I want to be able to connect two 19 inch rack pieces of gear, a Compressor and a EQ to my DAW master bus in Ableton through my M-Audio Air 192|6... will I be able to do it with this interface which only has 2 ins (already taken by my Korg Minilogue XD) and 2 outs (monitor outs, already used)... or will I need a mixer? and how to I go about connecting them? daisy chain?... thanks for any help!

@askdrtk Год назад

Glad you enjoyed my video! To connect outboard gear you will need an interface with at least one pair of inputs and on pair of outputs that are not in use. For mixing purposes you could swap the inputs from the Korg to the outboard gear, but outputs for your monitors are still required, so this is a no go with your interface. A mixer will not help in this situation as you still would need inputs and outputs for routing through your master bus. If you are planning to use both exclusively on your master bus daisy-chaining is a good option as only one pair of available inputs and outputs will be required and only one trip in and out through the converters in the interface will be required. My suggestion is to get an interface with at least 4 inputs and 4 outputs (more if you plan on adding other gear in the future). I also did a video where I went through connecting an outboard compressor to an audio interface in the way you are wanting to do. It is only a single channel compressor and I used a Focusrite Scarlett 4i4 to demonstrate, but it may help give you an idea on the connections. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-bbslTJU43yA.html Hope this helps out!

@portcorner_noise Год назад

@@askdrtk thank you so much! Really appreciate your time. I will check and decide soon!

@portcorner_noise Год назад

@@askdrtk Just one thing... something like the Behringer RX1602 16 chanel mixer will help with providing the necessary inputs - considering I will be adding another 2 synth modules in the next few months - but then I would have to place and daisy chain the 2 outboard units after the Behringer and into the ins of my audio interface right? I just dont want to get another audio interface so thinking of the best setup... thanks!

@askdrtk Год назад

Yes, you can daisy-chain the outboard gear between the mixer and interface. This approach is for tracking only and will allow you to record with EQ and compression but not make changes later or use the gear when mixing. This will also provide the least latency when recording if you want to monitor yourself with EQ and compression.

@portcorner_noise Год назад

@@askdrtk Got it, thanks again!!

@duschimmel750 5 месяцев назад

i have all my analog recording gear connected with xlr cables from my mic. is this good?

@duschimmel750 5 месяцев назад

ì use mic - pre amp - subtractive eq - fast compressor - slow compressor - additive eq - interface. is this good for vocal recording? would it be better to use an analog mixer instead of they all connected via xlr cable? i sub u bro and like

@askdrtk 4 месяца назад

I suspect you have short cables between your pre, compressors, and EQs, so XLR cables should not be an issue. I would however recommend using a TRS cable between your final additive EQ and audio interface as a precaution so as not to accidentally send phantom power from the interface into the additive EQ. An analog mixer is also a good option, but will likely not have enough built-in effects to match your current chain and if you start using inserts on the mixer to patch-in outboard gear, you might as well stay with what you have now if you have the sound setup the way you like it. I hope this helps out, Cheers!

@jitendrasinhthakor Год назад

I got your reply and bought Aphex 230 but I have Issue with it as the noise from out side thru the mic is very load and I turn the Depth down I could not record and if I turn on Depth Nob no good vocal quality I got and there is humming sound I heard .There is no return policy of Reverb so I feel I lost money until I sell it out but very hard to sell. Thanks.

@askdrtk Год назад

It sounds like a ground loop issue. It could be an internal short (which does happen especially when gear is shipped around), but it could also be external. Does the noise change if you move the your power cables around or when holding them? It may also be worth trying a different outlet. If either of these makes a difference, you may be able to solve the issue with a Hum X or similar isolation power bar.

@jitendrasinhthakor 11 месяцев назад

@@askdrtk Sir, is it advisable to buy the plugin XVOX for better recording? Because I bought Aphex 230 but have an issue so I claim for refund on Reverb. Please help me what is the best way to record means Preamp( but which one? ) or a plugin like XVOX. I want to hear my original Indian-style songs on RU-vid “ Jitendrasinh Thakor ( Sisodia ) I am retired 68 years old. I use just use a condenser Neumann TLM 49 and Focusrite 6i6 2nd Generation and Reaper DAW. After listening please suggest what should I do. I watch everyday your videos. Thanks.

@askdrtk 11 месяцев назад

I enjoyed listening to your music, your vocals have a very pleasing tone. The combination of the TLM 49 with your voice is very good. While I have not used it, the XVOX channel strip plugin appears to have all of the necessary features to process your recordings. That being said, your microphone will benefit from a superior preamp compared to the built-in preamp in your Scarlett. I would recommend a Neve 1073 style preamp with inductor EQ combination. This will help bring out the best from your microphone and I believe will be a very good fit for your voice. You can then use compression and other effects in Reaper as needed when you are mixing. My first recommendation in a reasonable price range is the Warm Audio WA-73EQ which sells for 799 USD. Another very similar unit that is a bit less expensive is the Golden Age PREQ73 which sells for 599 USD. Both of these preamp / EQ combinations can deliver excellent results from the TLM 49 and will give your vocals a smooth polished tone.

@jitendrasinhthakor 11 месяцев назад

@@askdrtk please send me your Email so that I can send you $25 ( that much I can afford ) as you help me by giving reply all the time. Thanks and I like your Videos.

@ograge 2 месяца назад

which daw in this video at 0:29

@ernestbuckley8671 Год назад

It really depends on your budget. If I were starting out today, I would recommend the Apollo Duet. Use the Unison technology and get a couple of UAD channel strips. Then grab their UAD 1176, La-2A, Studer, Massive Passive, and SSL Stereo Compresser. I use those on every mix and it’ll cost you less than $2,000 if you purchase those plugs when UA puts them on sale on Black Friday. If you really want to get hardware: the BAE mic pre/eq, 2 Distressors, and the SSL Fusion. High end: 2 Shelford Channels and the RNP MBP.

@sekritskworl-sekrit_studios 8 месяцев назад

Power switching/conditioning?

@askdrtk 8 месяцев назад

Absolutely the first thing to get. I consider this a purchase with the computer and audio interface, but if that was not the case (and I know it often is not) power conditioning is a must before adding outboard. Cheers!

@MC-og5ss Год назад

Great video, helped me a lot! Sorry for the (probably) dumb quesion: I want to color my in-the-box mixes with two outboard neve-clones. Which inputs should I use on the outboard modules? The mic ins of the preamps or the inserts of the lunchbox? Does it matter?

@askdrtk Год назад

Thanks, I'm glad it helped out! You will want to use the line level inputs (if available) and outputs from the clones. Using the insert inputs will bypass the preamp and the coloration it provides - not what you want... Depending on which clones you have, there may be line inputs either separate from the mic inputs or as part of a combo jacks. There may also be a mic/line switch. Using line inputs / the line mode is the preferred method due to impedance of line level signals. If you are unsure, let me know with clones you have and I will be more specific. Cheers.

@MC-og5ss Год назад

@@askdrtk Thank you so much for your help. I got the Golden Age Premier Pre Amps and I'm very happy with the results AND it is a lot of fun playing around with different settings. Are you going to make a dedicated video about further considerations for using outboard gear on the 2-Bus/Master Bus? I am currently thinking about what would be the best second step in order to add analog vibe to my digital mixes. Is it an SSL Bus Comp.? Surely not a bad idea, however it is considered to be farely "clean" while I want it to add colour. Is it a Pultec EQ? It is supposed to add a good amount of "vibe". However, due to the very limited number bands I might need an additional 4-band EQ after which I need to rob a bank for. I would love to see a video about your thoughts. Best wishes from Germany, Martin

@askdrtk Год назад

Hi Martin, Adding 73 style preamps like the GA Premiers was a great choice and I am glad you are happy with the results. Bus compressors, EQs, tape emulators, and more are definitely among the next steps. I will be making many more videos on the subject with a variety of 500 series and rack gear. I have a new 500 series chassis video coming next week. Thanks for the suggestions. Cheers. Todd

@MC-og5ss Год назад

@@askdrtk Hey Todd, fantastic, can't wait to hear your thoughts!

@b.hornetiii.6771 8 месяцев назад

Yes, great analog special unit device can make a huge difference to your boring, dead mix. :)) I bought Steinberg's UR RT 2 audio interface with Neve's transformers and I just drive my raw mix through it for some analog sugar spice destroying that zombie dead digital land ... :))) You have to hit "the sweet spot" for optimum resoult; it can be easily too much ...

@askdrtk 8 месяцев назад

The beauty of transformers...they affect audio in ways that do not happen in the digital domain! Cheers!

@RayoBeatz Год назад

6:41 that quality i can hear it through the youtube compression

@askdrtk Год назад

Glad the difference translates well.

@RayoBeatz Год назад

@@askdrtk it sounds amazing i meant to say i can even hear it with the crappy youtube compression this is the type of quality i want

@JorgeSalasGuitar 5 месяцев назад

Love the videos and not here for hate either but a compressor as first outboard gear? I almost thought you were joking! Honestly guys, get a good preamp first. You can compress in the box. Once you get used to it, buy a hardware compressor. Running a studio, a hardware compressor was the absolute last thing I bought.

@askdrtk 5 месяцев назад

Glad you’re enjoying my videos. My compressor recommendation is for those that mix only and have been compressing ITB, outboard preamp for anyone recording is my recommendation as well. Cheers!

@JorgeSalasGuitar 5 месяцев назад

@@askdrtk Happy Holidays keep up the work!

@JohnWuMastermind 8 месяцев назад

Sounds better and cleaner without the Trans X

@paveldimov6246 7 месяцев назад

Like it

@Exaltation-heliacal 5 месяцев назад

Distressor covers so much in comp.

@askdrtk 5 месяцев назад

One of the most flexible options available…everywhere for a good reason. Cheers!

@DamienTheCat 8 месяцев назад

Recommending a 5 thousand dollar compressor as your 1st piece of outboard gear is wild and outrageous. This is not for the average viewer.

@WisdomHouseCreative 7 месяцев назад

When did he recommend any specific piece of gear? He recommended getting a compressor first and mentioned that many companies make affordable versions of classic gear.

@maxatorium 6 месяцев назад

Exactly, this is for the Sound Engineer/producer, people who take their career seriously.

@jg1503 6 месяцев назад

First compressor Fairchild 😂

@Guillaume_sono 5 месяцев назад

@@maxatoriumeven then

@cutefunk5919 3 месяца назад

Warm audio

@stephenyeboah7430 4 месяца назад

you did not show us how to

@steve03au 2 месяца назад

The 7:26 long dissertation takes 2 minutes to say nothing, followed by a comment that specific gear wouldn't be mentioned, then goes on to speak of the LA2A and 1176 style compressors.... too vague, mate.

@ikeizzle1878 2 месяца назад

This is not for your average viewer.

@40SCARZ Месяц назад

who is the female artist

@MartinMartin-yi9to 9 месяцев назад

Why not just mix properly ITB? A 400$ preamp (+ stereo DI and other things you don't mention) will not make or break a mix.

@DJ_PROMO_PR 6 месяцев назад

How can I run a LINE LEVEL stereo signal from my mixer master outs through the ART TransX? It only has mic and instruments inputs...🤷‍♂

@askdrtk 6 месяцев назад

I use a 2 channel (stereo) DI box I with line level inputs (the Radial Pro AV2 is a good quality example of this type of adapter). It takes two line level inputs and provides two mic level outputs for your TransX and is transformer isolated to prevent hum. I hope this helps out!