Wonderful video that coincides with your previous one! What would be a good way for me to use 4 headphones with this device? I assume an aux splitter, right? I'm a novice when it comes to this stuff, so I don't know where to find good gear for such a purpose, if it even exists at all.
@HiPunch4 күн бұрын
amzn.to/3YVtC6W. I use these affordable boxes in the studio all the time. They do require power, though so if you're looking for something for field work you might want to grab one of these as well: amzn.to/4fVPZza Mahalo for watching!
@a_random_-guy4 күн бұрын
@@HiPunch Thank you for the reply! I will be sure to stay tuned to what you have to offer in the future!
@tjf63468 күн бұрын
Is it possible to overdub on track? Like a looper function or is „overdub/punch in“ only overwriting an existing track? Overdubbing would save tracks maybe for background vocals. If possible, where to change between overdub and punch in?
@HiPunch7 күн бұрын
It may be possible but this is certainly not the right tool for that job. You would be better off recording into a free DAW like Garage Band. I wouldn't even consider trying to multitrack record with the Tascam. Zoom has a new, affordable device better suited for this as well. Mahalo for watching. kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z6Woh4KmoN2ho5o
@tjf63466 күн бұрын
@@HiPunch thanks a lot, very good tutorial
@MPHORROCKS14 күн бұрын
Nice overview but I can read all this on the UA website, tbh. I'd like to have heard examples and more bout the (actual) records that were recorded in these chambers and more examples.
@HiPunch14 күн бұрын
Thanks for the input. That would be really nice but I can't use copyright material on KZbin without getting in trouble. Mahalo for watching.
@cartoonnft14 күн бұрын
Well Done! TY!
@GdpJapan23 күн бұрын
Great video about something nobody talks about. The talkback button is super important in a studio, but it can be a double-edged sword if abused. It's easy to tire out the performer physically and mentally if you're not careful about who uses the talkback mic and how often. I've wasted many hours of my life because I didn't have the proper talkback setup ready. If I’m tracking in the same room, I like to use a mic with an on/off switch, plugged into a preamp and routed to an AUX in the session for the person calling the shots. Sometimes, I'll add another mic for the performer, depending on what they're playing. This way, everyone can communicate smoothly without wasting time, whether you've got a physical console or just a DAW. The video nails it. Communication is key during tracking, whether it's just a singer and the producer or engineer, or a whole band. This is especially true when you're all in the same room, with the engineer focusing on meters, mic preamps, and the DAW, while the performer is often out of sight behind you. For example, if someone's recording a banjo and there's another person deciding when to stop and do another take, having a mic set up is crucial for efficient communication without needing to tap someone on the shoulder which sometimes feels rude. I’m so tired today… geez.
@HiPunch23 күн бұрын
Thanks as always. Great examples you've shared here. I could do a whole video on how not to wear your talent out with too many takes and creative suggestions over the talkback mic. What I usually end up doing is just leaving the console mic on for the client or producer and then keep my mic on toggle over by my workstation. (Usually I'll mute both mics on record.) Mahalo and take that vacay sometime soon!
@GdpJapan23 күн бұрын
@@HiPunch Thank you! I love your videos; you're doing a fantastic job. I remember working on a Neve once, and they used a toothpick to keep something latched. That’s a great idea for how not to wear out talent and encourage creative suggestions. I'm so burnt out that I'd probably approach that topic as "How to Wear Out Your Talent in One Easy Lesson." But that would shut down opportunities for creative input and positive reinforcement. This job is half creativity, half psychology, half engineering, and half not knowing how to divide by two. ʕ•̫͡•ʕ•̫͡•ʔ•̫͡•ʔ•̫͡•ʕ•̫͡•ʔ•̫͡•ʕ•̫͡•ʕ•̫͡•ʔ•̫͡•ʔ•̫͡•ʕ•̫͡•ʔ•̫͡•ʔ
@saintjames738725 күн бұрын
you want to let us hear something or just talk the whole time?
@UrbaNSpiel26 күн бұрын
Looking into it
@RonniSantmyer27 күн бұрын
I feel like it was about talkback more then actual routing of any kind on a console.. at least for young guys who've never really run a real console.
@recordingwhizАй бұрын
Love the content, keep it up. (perhaps bring your voice up a bit?)
@HiPunch29 күн бұрын
I sure will, Mahalo. I just finished the last series. I'll put it out late this week.
@stevedonalson5675Ай бұрын
One mic type you didn’t mention are Shotguns. I use them quite a bit. Another use case is, use the onboard mics for the house and the other four for vocal, guitar, bass and drum groups in a live setting. Also, with the Bluetooth module, you can remote control all functions. Thank you for your through application guide. Hilo is a beautiful town.
@HiPunchАй бұрын
Some very good suggestions here, mahalo Steve. If you have some time please check out this video where I do talk about my shotgun mics and a couple other applications I use. kzbin.info/www/bejne/bKWYZXWDiZpkqqc
@iengineer_247Ай бұрын
More Cowbelllllll ☹🤣🤣🤣🤣
@HiPunchАй бұрын
I gotta have more cowbell, baby!
@reverendcarterАй бұрын
amek is super underrated. only downside is the virtual dynamics needing the old automation computer system and needing to change the batteries on the vca boards
@HiPunchАй бұрын
I had the SuperTrue automation working at one point with the old PC. It's amazing how far automation has come along. I do not know about changing the batteries, though. Can you please tell me or does it even matter without the virtual dynamics? Mahalo
@reverendcarterАй бұрын
@@HiPunch theyre soldered onto the circuit board located under the master section and under the modules in the first bucket. they hold the memory for the last position of the mutes i believe, but mainly they get leaky and can ruin traces elsewhere. lotta old digital fx units die that way too. i hope someone comes up with a solution like the tangerine system to replace it.
@HiPunchАй бұрын
How you know this information is beyond me. I'd be afraid to go in there and attempt it. Sounds like it won't affect what I'm using the console for anyway. Mahalo for the info.@@reverendcarter
@reverendcarterАй бұрын
@@HiPunch its a pain. but sometimes necessary. there's videos on KZbin for everything. just gotta be patient and gentle with it. I've helped restore a few consoles with friends, Im not close to an expert but I know a few.
@AudialeyesАй бұрын
Cool video thanks for the info man. Miss Hilo ... was glad to connect there for a moment.
@HiPunchАй бұрын
Thanks, brother. You're most welcome. Humid and rainy in old Hilo town today. Aloha
@DjfmdotcomАй бұрын
"Everybody's a star." 😂
@HiPunchАй бұрын
Starburst. Awesome!
@GgWifi-ot2shАй бұрын
ima young bull that grew up with my dad in the studio, constantly at tracking or mixing sessions. its WILD to me that you have to teach this kind of stuff now, what used to be a given like "invest in a console" is now almost a forgotten rule . the main rule is almost the last rule now. I will always keep the RIGHT WAY incorporated in my setup and process . I record rap and pop mainly . rock maybe5% of the time. but I will ALWAYS ALWAYS ALWAYS track through some sort of console , especially because most new analog consoles double as usb interfaces/controllers now, my Allen and Heath zed 24 is amazing for tracking , also has plenty of inserts for my outboard processing (preamps and compressors ) and once its in the box I always Get a solid and clean product to work with. just running vocals through a console and to the daw will take your quality to a whole new level
@HiPunchАй бұрын
You got that right. Console will always get you better tone and control, especially with a nice outboard compressor like a dbx160 or a UA1176. Mahalo for watching.
@preciseaudioblogАй бұрын
That’s the real deal 👍
@philomelodiaАй бұрын
Fascinating.
@J-Dawg-1Ай бұрын
Hi brother, I just want to record interviews with 3-4 people. Is this product good enough?
@HiPunchАй бұрын
Absolutely, J Dawg. You'll get great fidelity and not have to worry about clipping. Just make sure to plug it into the wall or get a USB battery for longer record times. If you have time, check out this other video on using some different types of mics with the Tascam. Mahalo for watching. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jmXIcoaLdt9-iqc
@J-Dawg-1Ай бұрын
@@HiPunch Thank you! 🙏🏽
@jamescassidy4045Ай бұрын
Nice Console! So how do you like the Preamps are on the Angela? How would you describe them? Also, how about the EQ's? Have you ever used the MPX-1? I also have the MPX 500 also, and theres definitely some rad sounds. The way I see it, for the money I paid, if I can even get 3 or 4 awesome go to sounds out of it, it's worth it! Something about outboard Reverbs, whether analog, or digital, they just seem to work better than plugins for me. I don't fully get it, but with plugins, no matter how awesome they might sound, in the mix I always feel like it's an uphill battle, and it just doesn't sit quite right, but with outboard stuff, it's usually just like, oh okay, thats sitting right a lot easier/quicker. I dunno if it's an aliasing, or a phase thing or what, or it's the converters adding something in I dunno, but all I know is with plugins it feels like Im always just a hair away from it sitting right hah.
@HiPunchАй бұрын
Aloha James. I do love the preamps on the Angela and have been using them for years without any real problems, especially on my drum kits. Never tried the MPX 1 but generally I really love the Lexicon outboard verbs a lot. The advantage of course is being able to recall plug-ins once you've taken the time to dial them in. So that's why I've adapted to using them over my outboard devices. I still use them daily for my headphone mixes as well as quick temp mixes for clients. Mahalo, for watching Part One as well.
@preciseaudioblogАй бұрын
@@HiPunchnothing better than Lexicon 👍
@DanHealymusicАй бұрын
nice one man! Love it
@recordingwhizАй бұрын
I have an AMEK Einstein, the channel strip is identical (almost) for the most part, I always wondered what the difference between these two consoles actually is.. thanks for the video.
@HiPunchАй бұрын
I've always wondered the same thing about the Einstein. I think it was a more advanced version of the Angela. Mahalo for watching.
@danielburns4483Ай бұрын
suuuper great video, thank you! I started in the DAW world and I am still there (albeit with some analog outboard) but consoles have such an allure.. to see a digestible breakdown of how the routing and workflow works (i really like the functionality of this AMEK!) is very enlightening for me, thank you!
@HiPunchАй бұрын
I'm glad you liked it, Daniel. I've had a lot of requests to talk about this old console. Thanks for watching. I've got another video I'll release on Friday.
@danielburns4483Ай бұрын
@@HiPunch very excited to watch.
@ww1wwwАй бұрын
Great review, thanks for making it. This recorder is so much more than a recorder so it is worth a whole video series. And Tascam has already announced the advent of a new firmware that will turn this device into a Portastudio for musicians. I love my X8, even if I have a few other recorders, including the Zoom F8nPro that you mentioned.
@HiPunchАй бұрын
I've had no problems with the Tascam for several years now. It always gets the job done and sounds great. Thanks for watching.
@a_random_-guy4 күн бұрын
Where did they announce this? I can't find this info anywhere.
@ww1www4 күн бұрын
@@a_random_-guy Tascam had this on their facebook page. As far as I remember, they wrote the release is to arrive in September.
@Joshstix95Ай бұрын
audix have that pre eq sound we all love
@HiPunchАй бұрын
Yes. I especially love the D6 on kick. Makes my job so easy! Thanks for watching.
@JohnnyJohnHubАй бұрын
hi, nice video as always ;-)
@HiPunchАй бұрын
Mahalo, Johnny. More to come soon.
@mykneeshurt8393Ай бұрын
Great content. What do the mic cables run into?
@HiPunchАй бұрын
Good question. I did not mention that they plug in to a 12 channel XLR snake that runs into the mixing console. Mahalo for watching.
@louisjadotte9709Ай бұрын
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@drummrboyАй бұрын
At 3:19, did you say it's got the exhaust for the diesel fumes?
@HiPunchАй бұрын
I sure did. Don't use unleaded. LOL
@drummrboyАй бұрын
@@HiPunch I have one, and I never would have guessed... wow ;)
@GdpJapanАй бұрын
I've been watching the whole series you just dropped while taking breaks. I was going to comment later, but I know I'll forget. I'm mixing a song I was hired to produce. Unfortunately, the band's drummer played the drums, and the band leader recorded them at his studio. The way they sound is... well, depressing, to say the least. I didn't have room mics, but I had two overheads for the cymbals and overall image. I noticed that if panned left and right, the kick drum sounds mostly from the right speaker, and it took a lot of imagination to solve that. Changing the drums now isn't an option because the drummer lives in America and it was meant to be the real take. Do you try to keep the kick drum in the center of the overheads, as I do when I record drums? I always picture an imaginary line that crosses the center of the snare and the kick drum. That line would be, for me, the division of the drums from the right side to the left side, and the overheads would give me the snare and kick in the center, which makes sense since it is usually the panning we would use for the individual mics in the mix. What is your approach? (not on how to hire the mafia to take care of the guy who recorded them, but on micing the OHs)
@HiPunchАй бұрын
Sounds like a doozie! Don't envy you that task. I agree with your approach and yes, I keep the kick and snare dead center individually and then try to get the overhead image to reflect that as well. I've started measuring the exact distance from the center of the snare to each overhead to keep them equal. It looks a bit weird but the mic over the ride is significantly lower as a result. A more radical approach might be to go for a mono drum kit without a stereo spread at all. Then put some guitars, percussion and FX out in the stereo spectrum to make up for the mono drum kit. A great example is 'Amber' by 311. Good luck, brother.
@russellmitsuda7648Ай бұрын
Hey also from Hilo. I just bought a portacapture X8 and i have trouble figuring out lol
@HiPunchАй бұрын
It's a little beast for sure. Please watch all four of my videos covering the unit. I did my best to cover all of it's features. Let me know if I can answer any questions and Mahalo for watching. kzbin.info/www/bejne/mGe4dISVo8-plck
@russellmitsuda7648Ай бұрын
@@HiPunch thank you thank you will do
@mariuspackevicius9744Ай бұрын
Hello, nice video. Can you advise, can atomos trigger tascam recorder when pressing record button on atomos
@HiPunchАй бұрын
Sorry. I've never worked with an Atomos system. I know this works with other cameras automatically. Please let me know and thanks for watching.
@the_luminaryАй бұрын
Im still a newbie to mics so this might seem kind of silly to u but What are the Benefits of having a Large Mic or Large Diaphram microphone compared to smaller mics?
@HiPunchАй бұрын
It really depends on what you are recording. I usually use large diaphragm mics on vocals, acoustic string instruments and then smaller dynamic mics on drums, horns, guitar cabs. No rules though. Whatever sounds best to you. Here's a video going over my mic collection. Mahalo for you interest and support. kzbin.info/www/bejne/sH2mmKhpnKiEf80
@the_luminaryАй бұрын
@@HiPunch Oh okay, so Why is a Larger Diaphram better for voice rather than instruments? Thanks for the link. Will check that out in a bit!
@HiPunchАй бұрын
@@the_luminary It's a good question. The main reason is that a large diaphragm mic is typically a powered mic. It will pick up better transients and detail that a smaller mic will not. It is also more sensitive to softer sounds like breath, whispers, sibilance and string tone. Hope this answers your question.
@the_luminary2 ай бұрын
Ypu mentioned how the Lav mics are better than using the Rode Transmitter but i found Speaking directly into the Rode Transmitter mics to sound much better. (Although, I know its unsightly). What high quality Lavs do u recommend thats actually better than the Built-in Stereo mics up in the front?
@HiPunch2 ай бұрын
While you certainly can plug lavs right into the front but that's not typically how I set up the unit for film and concert work. Please check out this video to see what I recommend. Mahalo for watching. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jmXIcoaLdt9-iqc
@the_luminary2 ай бұрын
@@HiPunch Oo.. Okay will check that video out thanks!
@krazywabbit2 ай бұрын
Do you know if you can record audio from a phone or tablet over usb into the Tascam?
@HiPunchАй бұрын
I've never tried that. You can certainly select USB as an input device to play audio into your Tascam from a phone or tablet. (Input Select) Not sure about using the mic on your phone, though. Best just to purchase the best mic you can afford instead. Here's a video on the mics I use in the studio. Mahalo for your support. kzbin.info/www/bejne/sH2mmKhpnKiEf80
@Bairov2 ай бұрын
I just used the tascam x8 to record my acoustic guitar and its gorgeous with the onboard reverb. I used the cheap mics that came with it. I have a question about how you would record guitar amps with your X8 and an SM57. So far using the music app with the acoustic guitar eq is winning. Will I get the good results using the "live band" eq thats a preset as well for my electric guitar?
@HiPunch2 ай бұрын
I would record your acoustic using multiple mics. One (or both) of the built in mics placed a few feet away and then your SM57 close in on the guitar body. Blend to taste for a nice stereo acoustic sound. As far as EQ, there is no one correct way or preset. Ignore the preset names and try them all until you find the best tone that feels right to you. You can also try using one of the hi-pass filters to roll off boomy low frequencies. Mahalo for watching!
@HiPunch2 ай бұрын
As far as guitar amps, place the mic right on the speaker dead center and as close as you can get it. Add a little compression and try different EQ presets. The bottom manual or custom preset is the one I usually use.
@birajadas2932 ай бұрын
Can U send me the link of the stereo to mono cable plz
@HiPunch2 ай бұрын
Sure. Just send me your email. I can't send a PDF in comments. Thanks for watching.
@andropolisstudiomusic3 ай бұрын
Very cool video. Thanks for your work and insights!
@HiPunch3 ай бұрын
Mahalo! This is one of my favorites. 🙏
@bykevinmack3 ай бұрын
What db do you set the rode lavs to? If the lavs peak can you still save the audio with the 32 bit float?
@HiPunch3 ай бұрын
Not really. The older Rode lavs are not 32 bit so I typically set them about minus 15 db or so. If they distort, you can’t fix it. Better to have a low signal than too hot. Mahalo for watching.
@bykevinmack3 ай бұрын
@@HiPunch Thank you. I like your wireless boom setup as well. Very clever.
@bykevinmack3 ай бұрын
Great video. How do you normally keep your X8 charged all day? what batteries and powerbank do you use?
@HiPunch3 ай бұрын
Mahalo! I use an Anker USB battery in the bottom of my gig bag. I also built a charging case for long location shoots. Check it out! kzbin.info/www/bejne/aabPoIiXa66DeLssi=jUfSnIOm-z_Prlel
@bykevinmack3 ай бұрын
@@HiPunch Thanks for sharing
@proartwork71893 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for sharing. Now how do you connect the recorder to the iPhone 15 Pro Max? 🙂
@HiPunch3 ай бұрын
I’m honestly not sure how one would do that. How do you normally import files into you iPhone?
@damiansdomain2 ай бұрын
You want to use the x8 to record the audio to your phone's video?
@azimut2azimut2183 ай бұрын
With a color screen, why they don't implemente mp4 reading.
@HiPunch3 ай бұрын
I'm really not sure. That Tascam home screen is kind of a waste. Let's see if they improve on it or if Zoom will take the lead with their new recorders. Mahalo!
@jeffbwat3 ай бұрын
Fantastic, so thorough!
@turtlefeet77223 ай бұрын
Thanks, how do I transfer my files onto my computer or Ipad?
@HiPunch3 ай бұрын
Remove the micro SSD and stick it into your computer to drag/copy the files. You can also use an adapter into your iPad.
@anahstonproductions533 ай бұрын
All true!
@Flitzefeuersocke3 ай бұрын
I think Tascam hasn't really figured out usability in UI; e.g. why can't you use the big knob o navigate files or select functions?
@HiPunch3 ай бұрын
Just a waste of a nice, big knob, right? I wish they would re-invent this unit with a Mk II version. Looks like Zoom is gonna outdo Tascam on this one. Mahalo!
@Flitzefeuersocke3 ай бұрын
@@HiPunch How long would we have to wait? What do you think?
@HiPunch3 ай бұрын
@@Flitzefeuersocke You actually don't have to wait. This new H6e device from Zoom seems to check all the boxes. Check it out here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hWGVnGmoZph_oac
@Flitzefeuersocke3 ай бұрын
@@HiPunch but i heared, the preamps of the zoom aren’t as good as ones of the tascam… and that matters to me…
@HiPunch3 ай бұрын
@@Flitzefeuersocke I feel the same way. Tascam pre amps are great but look at the mics that come with the Zoom plus six XLR inputs!
@pasivahamartti32394 ай бұрын
Do you have any screen burning problem (when same screen is show’n for long time)? Screen backlight bleedin? Any other findings?
@HiPunch4 ай бұрын
I have not had any problems with the screen so far or any other issues. I don't use the unit too heavily and it's only about two years old. So, we will see how it holds up over time. (Please do make a good case for it) Mahalo! kzbin.info/www/bejne/jHqToJKqaMyWr9E
@SystemParanoia4 ай бұрын
The new zoom H6e will allow phantom for where the capsule mics are. So you can have 6 XLR channels with phantom. The old zooms couldn't provide phantom to the capsule xlr ports.
@HiPunch4 ай бұрын
At just $300 it looks like the Zoom H6E is gonna finally deliver what Tascam should in a Portastudio MkII. Thanks for the info. Very impressive!
@SystemParanoia4 ай бұрын
@@HiPunch glad to help 😎😎
@alyctro81584 ай бұрын
no sound test? :( just talking...
@Drrezzin4 ай бұрын
To play the last file recorded, just tap the play button on the left side of the wheel.
@steviostevio31914 ай бұрын
Thanks for the video!! Did you ever try the Zoom R4?
@HiPunch4 ай бұрын
No I can't say that I have. Just the Zoom F8-N Pro which I really enjoyed on a film shoot. Last night I tried a little Zoom Q2n on a live video shoot. Seemed to do a pretty good job capturing 24/48 audio as well as decent 4K video. Mahalo for watching, Stevio