recording tools

Like most players these days, I'm using my PC to record my tunes on. I'm very happy with Cubase SX3, EZ Drummer and a multitude of plugins. Mic wise, I'm using the Audix i5 and Shure SM57 on the guitar cabs and an Octava MK-319 for acoustics.

Currently in my Rack:

  • Top: Rocktron SuperC. Helps keep the ugly noise out.
  • First: Lexicon MX200. A nice sounding unit I se for some minor reverb and delays.
  • Second: BBE 362 Sonic Maximizer. Add's clarity and definition to everything.
  • Third: Furman Power Conditioner. Protecting my gear!
  • Fourth: Peavey 6505+ 120 watt head. The 6505 Plus features six 12AX7 preamp tubes and four 6L6GC power amp tubes.
  • Fith: 1987 Marshall JCM800 (2205) with green tolex! An amazing amp, if you don't know 'bout it (shame on ya), I won't bother.
  • Desktop First: Studio Projects VTB-1 Mic preamp. Amazing bang for buck quality packed into this piece, the pound for pound best single channel tube/blend mic pre in its price class.
  • Desktop Second: ART DI/O Stereo Tube preamp. Makes for a handy little bass DI.
  • Desktop Bottom: AB Pro Series power amp. I'm using this to push the reference monitors.

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