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mathrien
Published on 02/17/06 at 03:10
- What is the connection?
* 8 XLR inputs with 48 V input jacks + 8 symmetrical
* 4 shipments of auxiliary jacks symmetrical
* MASTER output stereo jacks
* MONITOR output stereo jacks
* SPDIF in / out
* MIDI in / out
* USB II (great for transferring files to your PC)
* Ability to add 8 additional inputs on balanced jacks and optional card for I / O ADAT
- What is the accuracy of the sample (bits / kHz)?
96 kHz uncompressed
- What is the storage media (ZIP, MiniDisc, hard disk ...)?
Hard Drive 80GB Maxtor IDE Diamondmax plus9, 9200 revolutions / minute
Crammers CD for archiving EQ's, Effects, MIXES, SONGS, etc. and also to burn the tracks ...
- What type of sync are supported?
WORLD CLOCK MIDI, MMC, MTC ...
- How many tracks can be recorded / played time? ...
In standard configuration only 8 tracks can be recorded simultaneously, as well as the machine has 16 inputs, there are only eight preamps, one must consider the presence of 8 + 8 XLR jacks, not as 16 inputs, but rather as a choice between the two connectors as XLR1 Jack1 =, = XLR2 Jack2, XLR3 = Jack3 etc.
For cons, the addition of the block option 8 + preamp inputs allow you to move to 16 inputs simultaneously recordable BUT ATTENTION KORG and here I was disappointed at this machine:
IT IS NOT POSSIBLE TO PUNCH (DROPPER OR) over 8 simultaneous tracks !!!!!
So if you run into a wall that requires more than 8 tracks and want to drop a "live", it's impossible ... It will take up ... Edit ...
Note that this is not the kind of slogan that the marks on the note basically pubs course: "Our new 32 tracks recorder allow you to punch in a maximum of 8 tracks!"
About reading, available to you 32 tracks, plus 2 tracks to make your MASTER Mixdown. There are also virtual tracks as on all these machines.
I want a second on the punches to indicate that this is not the strong point of this machine. Because even if you stall your Wav amplitude at a point 0, an obnoxious noise punch will be heard. The "ERASE NOISE PUNCH" is not effective at all (and not lovers forums KORG which contradict me!) It makes one wonder ...
UTILIZATION
- The general configuration is it simple?
For practicing a lot of "multi-all in one" I think I can say that the "D" series of Korg's really childish to use, practical, well thought out. And this only be confirmed with the D32XD that offers the ease of use unmatched by Korg, also thanks to its superb and large touch screen ...
The ergonomics are optimal, the features easily accessible. It should still look into the manual when you do not know the basic functions of a VCR but for Aguer the grip will be more enjoyable. After it is clear that some will feel cramped because this machine is very compact and everything is quite small. In particular the many features available on certain pages of Touch View.
- The usual functions are they easily accessible?
You want to equalize? Compress? Choose your track and directly affects the knob for the parameter to edit, the page opens by itself. No, really functions are very affordable, ultra-friendly interface. Success!
- The manual is clear and sufficient? ...
Well, it is not glossy but it is not what is asked ...
Comprehensive, well translated with great patterns, a good phone book but much more palatable ... We'll have to bone up in order to understand the logic of the machine but it reads well and indexes can get to the point when looking for a specific function ...
SOUNDS
- The A / D and D / A are transparent?
My answer is always totally subjective but I think I can say that for the price that they are more correct now, but there are obviously better for budgets that have nothing to do with the machine in question here ...
- Effects and filters are effective?
* The EQ is very well made, offering a full 4-band parametric with Shelves in in / out on each track. However, do not expect spectacular results. They do their job but they are obviously not comparable with a real good outpatient treatment on quality machines. It gives me the limitations of this machine. EQ very comprehensive but lacking punch. But it goes with the very affordable price.
* Treatments dynamics are nice as long as it is about the original analog compressors used on the first 8 entries. [8 original opportunity to add 8 inputs to 8 optional extra]
BUT BEWARE, THEY ARE USED ONLY THE SOUND, NOT TO MIX
For others, not accurate at all gates, compressors, but not ok for either warm it all works but do not enmènera to the top.
* Other treatments are much better and provided settings, wide range of effects and configs that are completely honest. It may need to browse and spend time'll find the chorus effect or TEL parfaiement set but it works ...
NOTE:
17 * Motorized Faders (16 TRACKS + 1 MASTER)
32 * 4 BAND EQ IN FULL PARAMETRIC
* 32 FULL BAND PARAMETRIC EQ 4 OUT
COMPRESSORS * 8 analog input, Expandable to 16
* 8 EQ MASTER STEREO FULL BAND PARAMETRIC linkable
* 20 simultaneous effects INSERT INTO ALL EDITING AND STORED
* 2 MASTERS SIMULTANEOUS EFFECTS EDITING AND STORED
* EQ LIBRARY WITH 50 PRESETS + 50 USERS
* LIBRARY OF COMPRESSORS WITH 50 PRESETS + 50 USERS
* EFFECTS LIBRARIES ARCHIVES
* A SUPER AUTOMATION 100% COMPLETE WITH FILTERS: 100scènes/song
* The ability to archive THE MIXES THE EQ, EFFECTS, ETC ON CDR
- The dynamics are respected? ...
I am not indicating any problems at this level. Certainly not worth the preamp models to € 2000 but that everyone had understood ...
OVERALL OPINION
- How long have you use it?
Since two years of intensive, it has many hours and no worries ...
- What is so special that you like most and least?
It is very compact and ergonomics are excellent. I regret not being able to connect to a VGA + mice, damage ... Otherwise the original fan is noisy which is annoying for a machine that will inevitably be in his control room just under his nose. I plan to replace mine.
- Have you tried many other models before buying it?
I tested Roland, and owned a D16 for 3 years. Otherwise I was shooting with the D80 + 32/8/2 Mackie and D2424LV Fostex
- How would you rate the quality / price?
Unbeatable!
- With experience, you do again this choice? ...
Without a doubt, I am completely satisfied with my machine. Simply, I bought a good EQ's, preamps, compressors and consoles slices to process upstream in the decision to color so hot and accurate.
NOTE:
THIS IS UNDER DIFFERENT D32XD OS AND IS MORE THAN RECOMMENDED TO THE FREE UPDATES ON THE SITE OF CAR KORG They offer UPGRADE and keyboard shortcuts SUPER USEFUL!
After some years of HEAVY HARD DRIVE MAY SHOW SIGNS OF WEAKNESS AND "BOGER"
TO AVOID LOSING TITLE RECORDS AND STILL DO NOT HESITATE TO OBTAIN A REPLACEMENT DISK IS CHEAP AND CA SERVE YOU SOONER OR LATER ...
* 8 XLR inputs with 48 V input jacks + 8 symmetrical
* 4 shipments of auxiliary jacks symmetrical
* MASTER output stereo jacks
* MONITOR output stereo jacks
* SPDIF in / out
* MIDI in / out
* USB II (great for transferring files to your PC)
* Ability to add 8 additional inputs on balanced jacks and optional card for I / O ADAT
- What is the accuracy of the sample (bits / kHz)?
96 kHz uncompressed
- What is the storage media (ZIP, MiniDisc, hard disk ...)?
Hard Drive 80GB Maxtor IDE Diamondmax plus9, 9200 revolutions / minute
Crammers CD for archiving EQ's, Effects, MIXES, SONGS, etc. and also to burn the tracks ...
- What type of sync are supported?
WORLD CLOCK MIDI, MMC, MTC ...
- How many tracks can be recorded / played time? ...
In standard configuration only 8 tracks can be recorded simultaneously, as well as the machine has 16 inputs, there are only eight preamps, one must consider the presence of 8 + 8 XLR jacks, not as 16 inputs, but rather as a choice between the two connectors as XLR1 Jack1 =, = XLR2 Jack2, XLR3 = Jack3 etc.
For cons, the addition of the block option 8 + preamp inputs allow you to move to 16 inputs simultaneously recordable BUT ATTENTION KORG and here I was disappointed at this machine:
IT IS NOT POSSIBLE TO PUNCH (DROPPER OR) over 8 simultaneous tracks !!!!!
So if you run into a wall that requires more than 8 tracks and want to drop a "live", it's impossible ... It will take up ... Edit ...
Note that this is not the kind of slogan that the marks on the note basically pubs course: "Our new 32 tracks recorder allow you to punch in a maximum of 8 tracks!"
About reading, available to you 32 tracks, plus 2 tracks to make your MASTER Mixdown. There are also virtual tracks as on all these machines.
I want a second on the punches to indicate that this is not the strong point of this machine. Because even if you stall your Wav amplitude at a point 0, an obnoxious noise punch will be heard. The "ERASE NOISE PUNCH" is not effective at all (and not lovers forums KORG which contradict me!) It makes one wonder ...
UTILIZATION
- The general configuration is it simple?
For practicing a lot of "multi-all in one" I think I can say that the "D" series of Korg's really childish to use, practical, well thought out. And this only be confirmed with the D32XD that offers the ease of use unmatched by Korg, also thanks to its superb and large touch screen ...
The ergonomics are optimal, the features easily accessible. It should still look into the manual when you do not know the basic functions of a VCR but for Aguer the grip will be more enjoyable. After it is clear that some will feel cramped because this machine is very compact and everything is quite small. In particular the many features available on certain pages of Touch View.
- The usual functions are they easily accessible?
You want to equalize? Compress? Choose your track and directly affects the knob for the parameter to edit, the page opens by itself. No, really functions are very affordable, ultra-friendly interface. Success!
- The manual is clear and sufficient? ...
Well, it is not glossy but it is not what is asked ...
Comprehensive, well translated with great patterns, a good phone book but much more palatable ... We'll have to bone up in order to understand the logic of the machine but it reads well and indexes can get to the point when looking for a specific function ...
SOUNDS
- The A / D and D / A are transparent?
My answer is always totally subjective but I think I can say that for the price that they are more correct now, but there are obviously better for budgets that have nothing to do with the machine in question here ...
- Effects and filters are effective?
* The EQ is very well made, offering a full 4-band parametric with Shelves in in / out on each track. However, do not expect spectacular results. They do their job but they are obviously not comparable with a real good outpatient treatment on quality machines. It gives me the limitations of this machine. EQ very comprehensive but lacking punch. But it goes with the very affordable price.
* Treatments dynamics are nice as long as it is about the original analog compressors used on the first 8 entries. [8 original opportunity to add 8 inputs to 8 optional extra]
BUT BEWARE, THEY ARE USED ONLY THE SOUND, NOT TO MIX
For others, not accurate at all gates, compressors, but not ok for either warm it all works but do not enmènera to the top.
* Other treatments are much better and provided settings, wide range of effects and configs that are completely honest. It may need to browse and spend time'll find the chorus effect or TEL parfaiement set but it works ...
NOTE:
17 * Motorized Faders (16 TRACKS + 1 MASTER)
32 * 4 BAND EQ IN FULL PARAMETRIC
* 32 FULL BAND PARAMETRIC EQ 4 OUT
COMPRESSORS * 8 analog input, Expandable to 16
* 8 EQ MASTER STEREO FULL BAND PARAMETRIC linkable
* 20 simultaneous effects INSERT INTO ALL EDITING AND STORED
* 2 MASTERS SIMULTANEOUS EFFECTS EDITING AND STORED
* EQ LIBRARY WITH 50 PRESETS + 50 USERS
* LIBRARY OF COMPRESSORS WITH 50 PRESETS + 50 USERS
* EFFECTS LIBRARIES ARCHIVES
* A SUPER AUTOMATION 100% COMPLETE WITH FILTERS: 100scènes/song
* The ability to archive THE MIXES THE EQ, EFFECTS, ETC ON CDR
- The dynamics are respected? ...
I am not indicating any problems at this level. Certainly not worth the preamp models to € 2000 but that everyone had understood ...
OVERALL OPINION
- How long have you use it?
Since two years of intensive, it has many hours and no worries ...
- What is so special that you like most and least?
It is very compact and ergonomics are excellent. I regret not being able to connect to a VGA + mice, damage ... Otherwise the original fan is noisy which is annoying for a machine that will inevitably be in his control room just under his nose. I plan to replace mine.
- Have you tried many other models before buying it?
I tested Roland, and owned a D16 for 3 years. Otherwise I was shooting with the D80 + 32/8/2 Mackie and D2424LV Fostex
- How would you rate the quality / price?
Unbeatable!
- With experience, you do again this choice? ...
Without a doubt, I am completely satisfied with my machine. Simply, I bought a good EQ's, preamps, compressors and consoles slices to process upstream in the decision to color so hot and accurate.
NOTE:
THIS IS UNDER DIFFERENT D32XD OS AND IS MORE THAN RECOMMENDED TO THE FREE UPDATES ON THE SITE OF CAR KORG They offer UPGRADE and keyboard shortcuts SUPER USEFUL!
After some years of HEAVY HARD DRIVE MAY SHOW SIGNS OF WEAKNESS AND "BOGER"
TO AVOID LOSING TITLE RECORDS AND STILL DO NOT HESITATE TO OBTAIN A REPLACEMENT DISK IS CHEAP AND CA SERVE YOU SOONER OR LATER ...