Can someone explain to me how the preamp works? It attaches through USB right, and does it run as an intermediary between your guitar and amp [much like an effects processor? Alongside this, you do have the option of recording just straight without the effects, right?
As I don't actually use effects and pedals myself, as I just like to plug straight into my amp and play.
and the # of channels allows you how many layers you can have on a track, right?
Sorry if these questions sound very basic, but it's all new to me ^^
I'm looking to record electric & acoustic guitars, percussion and possibly a few instruments. Also the possibility of vocals.
Do you think the Focusrite Scarlett or the Line 6 is a better unit?NZRS-Dave wrote:OP - I think an Audix i5 and a Focusrite 8i6 would be a good place to start.
http://www.rockshop.co.nz/shop/recordin ... eamps.html
http://www.rockshop.co.nz/shop/livesoun ... n-usa.html
I could make that really close to $500 for you.
There is a Focusrite Saffire 6 at $279 that would slide nicely under the budget ... but for the extra that takes you up to the Scarlett range which is red, and therefore better - but you also get more ins and outs which can be helpful down the track.
If you wanted to go for the wonderful world of Line6 and their modelling software ... you could look at the Pod Studio UX1 ($199), or the UX2 ($349).
http://www.rockshop.co.nz/shop/catalogs ... +studio+ux
I was just reading over reviews of the two, and quite a few people seem to have encountered problems with both.
Thanks.