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Post by M57 on Nov 14, 2015 10:43:47 GMT -6
I have recently picked up a Dizengoff D4 and a Warm Audio WA76 and I'm pretty much blown away how much difference they have made on my vocal tracks. I particularly like the way the 76 sounds and takes a few dbs of edge off with a fast attack, So I'm looking to do the same for my piano tracks. In the past I've gotten pretty good results using three mics: a stereo pair of Rode NT-5's and a large diaphragm mic for the room - like the NT-1a or the 3U MKID. What I'd like to pick up are matched mic-pres and compressors the NT-5's. Flexibility is a consideration because I may want to use them independently down the line, but it's not a deal-breaker.
I'd love to keep things under $2k all said and done.
Possibilities I'm considering include - loading up on D4s and WA76s so I'd have 3 of each - taking me over budget but I know I'd be happy.
I was thinking that a stereo channel strip or two mono strips might be a more economical way to get to the same place, but I don't know where to start. Also, should I consider 500 series? Considering that I'd be picking up 4 units are there any advantages to 500, or should I stick with large rails? I'm not a DIY'er and my sense is that the range of products out there is similar in both categories, but I'm open to the idea.
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Post by rocinante on Nov 14, 2015 11:29:39 GMT -6
You literally have a million options so you're kinda asking for a flavor of the day in stereo.
Which is cool.
So first off; no, dont get 3 wa76s.
One is enough since you want a pallete.
500 is a smart option but you'd have to grsb a 500 rack which runs about $300-$350 used for a 4-6 space.
I prefer tube preamps for piano which I consider one of the harder instruments ro record. If I dont use tubes I prefer clean and transparent then. I don't know your budget but considering your using wa76s and Rode's im guessing it isnt infinite. Don't get me wrong the wa76 and rode mics are awesome (I own both) and are an absolutely smart way to get into recording. I think its ridiculous when people buy super hi end gear as their first pieces.
I had really great results with the A-Design Pacifica on piano for instance. So that kind of flavor which is available in 500 series as well. I also had great results with Great Rivers mp-2 on piano but I had equally good results with their amazing me2nv. Considered by many to be one of the best all around preamps out there.
For compressors; Once again the A-Designs Nail is good but I like the classics as well; Dramner, la2a, la4a, 1178, etc...
Ive also had good results with the not very often mention gap comp54 on pianos.
Thats just a few ideas. You really have sooooo many options I could go on forever.
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Post by M57 on Nov 14, 2015 16:05:07 GMT -6
So now I'm seriously considering the 500 series option, partly because of the Sweetwater Lindell 510 deal. Are 500's inherently cheaper because they are smaller or is it 99% because there's no power supply redundancy? Also, $400 gives me 10 slots and a different world of possibilities.
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Post by jcoutu1 on Nov 14, 2015 18:41:43 GMT -6
Get a pair of Tonelux TX5C compressors. They are killer. Could probably score a pair of 500 series Grace (fast and clean) preamps for low dough too.
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Post by odyssey76 on Nov 14, 2015 21:38:42 GMT -6
The Daking stuff has come way down in price. You can get the pre and comp (500 series) for $499/piece. I've wanted to try the pre and eq for awhile now. Some great options in 500 and so much used gear out there right now.....
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Post by rocinante on Nov 14, 2015 23:37:38 GMT -6
M7,
Yeah mostly the power supply. Most pro audio recording gear is around 15v (with some being at 24v like Neve for instance) and excluding tube stuff.
I forgot about Grace. Affordable but damn good. The BLA Auteur is alright too. Both available in 500 format and affordable.
For Eq you could grab some Lindell pex 500s.
That 10 slot is a great deal.
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