Audio Interface For Recording Drums

[TOMB]

Hey up guys.

I need something that has 8 x Mic/Line Inputs with Preamps for recording drums. I currently use the Firestudio Project, But I want something with more kick, better quality, better build and more reliable. I am willing to spend up to £1200. I thought I would ask you guys on here encase you have used an interface that would suit what I need and let me know if it does the job.

So...What do you suggest?

 

[Joematthews]

RME Fireface 800 and maybe an octopre to give you all the preamps you need?

Joe

 

[TOMB]

Brilliant. Sounds good. How easy is it to connect those 2 devices together and will they run nicely together?

Can I get opinions on this device? is it going to be any good?

http://www.gear4music.com/Recording-and-Computers/Phonic-Helix-Board-18-MKII-Firewire-Mixer/2XV

Also how does Andy Sneap or other pro producers/engineers for example connect their devices to their computer(s). Firewire? USB? PCI? or another way?

And which way of connection will produce best results?

Thanks for your help.

 

[Joematthews]

I'd say firewire is the best apart from dedicated pci-e cards (like rme hdsp's n shit). I'd stay away from the phonic and just go for a proper interface on its own, you get more of what you want (quality pre's and dac's, and less faders and routing options which I doubt you will need)

The fireface and octopre can be connected through analogue ins and outs or by digital adat with the £105 expansion card.

Joe

 

[AStacy2]

If you buy the Octamic D, all you have to do is connect an ADAT cable between both of the interefaces and they work great. I have a Fireface800 and an Octamic D currently and have used them for about a year consistently with no problems. I think RME is a little step up from a Firepod but it's still not API so I'm honestly not sure if things will get THAT much better for you. I've heard great mixes with the Firepod's FWIW.

 

[beyond dead]

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