Tell thicky what to do, how? Options

[ethanmcclean]

Hi,
Now call me thick but I have to start somewhere. I bought a Tibook recently and I'd like to use it as kind of a four track/simple studio type thing. Putting a few instruments into it physically and laying drums, or whatever, over it. Nothing too complicated( for now) but can anyone give me an idea of what I hardware and software i need - I just don't know where to start. Thanks Ethan

[Synthetic]

A TIBOOK? Has apple come out with a psychedelic model of the ibook with a color scheme closely related to the Grateful Dead? hehe

well... it all depends on how much money are you willing to spend (as this seems to be most important to most forum users) and how many instruments are wanting to simultaneously record. I have heard that the Imic interface is nice for basic recording but only allowing one track at a time I think. If you want to record with more inputs.... you are giong to have to pay for them. Best scenario is to consider getting the firewire interface know as MOTU 828 (Mark Of The Unicorn about $700) that has 2 mic preamps and 8 inputs and 8 outputs and use that with a sequencing/recording app like Logic Audio or Digital Performer. On the cheaper end there is M-Audio with an interface that has 4 inputs and outputs and no mic preamps for about $250-$400 and I think this comes with a light version of Logic Audio. That is pretty much it.... there may be a few more choices but these seem like the best options.

If you want to talk to a professional (someone who has spent years in business working with all kinds of audio equipment... I highly recommend checking out http://www.sweetwater.com and call the phone number. They will set you up with a rep who has all that knowledge and can answer almost any of your questions and point you in the direction of the stuff that will suit your needs and budget. They have excellent service too... ever have a problem or question... just give them a call.

[ethanmcclean]

Hi, I mean a Titanium powerbook! Although a tie-dyed ibook would be quite...interesting, I suppose that would be a tidibook though. Anyway, thanks for the help and the link.

[Synthetic]

no problem... happy hunting