@@SynthaxAudioUK The possibilities of audio format conversions would be interesting. Also an overview of which formats are used by which groups in the broadcasting industry. Plus a review of which legacy audio formats are being superseded by which modern audio file formats.
Hi, yes you can certainly use an audio interface to record tapes to a computer (however I should point out that it's probably massive overkill, if that's all you plan to use the interface for). It depends what quality you require of course - if it's just for personal use, a cheaper interface will likely do the trick. Equally, I'm sure there are tape players available these days that will allow you to record via USB, and probably for very little money. If you require the best sound quality - for example, because you are archiving for a record label - then I'd definitely recommend an RME interface or a high-end converter (such as the RME ADI-2 Pro), which will provide an extremely detailed recording.
Thank goodness I came across your channel. I’m just getting my teeth into recording at home, although I’ve got some beautiful quality mics from 80’s & 90’s when I was a full time touring/recording artist. I feel like Rumpelstiltskin with a brand new world of recording possibilities but understanding not much, since the last time I recorded was on 2 inch tape with the producer utilising newish Cubase & trying a Paris setup! Now that I’ve got some analogue mic pres & compressors etc., I really need what you’re teaching. Thank you!
