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[CptAnalog]

I tried Logic once, and only once. I found the interface to be confusing and inefficient. But, I prefer one tool for each task. I use old Performer v4.2 for MIDI because it is better suited to the way I work, and it does what I need very well. I use ProTools for multitrack (only if I must), but I revert to Sound DesignerII for mastering: it simply works better and requires far less overhead from the Mac.
As I said, I prefer Dyaxis: a no nonsense, German interface. In short, it does what it's supposed to do without asking stupid questions.
Over all, assuming the musicians can actually play their parts, I would just as soon use razor and editall block. Screw the MP3 crowd, at least I get to hear it before the converters mangle my work.

[designlord]

Thanks for the info everyone,

ourmanflinty - So you can use Logic as the frontend of PTHD just like DP 4.52, and you don't even need to use the PT software? Does this also mean that all of the effects, mixing and instruments you use in Logic will be processed by the PTHD system just like TDM and HTDM plug-ins? That would be great if it were true! I have used Logic before Cubase SX and it looks better then PT software as far as interface Do you PT users find the PT software not as nice as Logic? I haven't used to long enough to know for sure about PT soft.

chappy - "Before buying the Digi hardware (average), check out the options from Apogee." Did you mean the Digi00 and Mbox when you note average? I have heard great things about the 2Trak, and if the above is right then I don't have to be as concerned about getting an MBox to get used to PT software, I can just use Logic or another frontend, unless you all think PT software it is really good software to use, but from what I have seen everyone running PT is using Logic or DP, leading me to think the PT software isn't that great.

CptAnalog - I was thinking about picking up an old reel to reel to record somethings with as I hear there are a few tricks that you can do with one that maybe you can't in digital as well. Any truth to that?

Thanks all. So many docs to read and without all your help I would still be months away from sorting through the mass amount of audio products out there. Chappy touched on another area that I need some advice on, so as soon as I do some research I'll be back so please keep the help coming!

[chappy]

I'll get back to you after sessions...........
chap

[chappy]

I have 3 PT systems. All systems (Logic, DP etc..) come with their own bag of tricks,
pluses and minuses. I've had PT since version 1.0 so I'm very familiar with it.
I use Logic Pro (taking my time) with TDM and without and I also use Live, Reason
and lot's of little apps. They all serve a purpose. Because of my work, I need to be in the biggest loop of users so my main paltform is PT. Almost every pro room has a version. I think the PT software is really improving and I love the way PT handles audio. It's a bit lighter on the midi side but I can write, record and edit a TV show in
2-3 days and stem my mix out to analog gear for finals and you would swear it was done in a huge studio.
Logic is more fun to write on because of the virtual instruments. Live is cool beacause of loops. Find the one that works for you and make some music.
The MBox is cool for portability but the mic pres suck. The 002 isn't much better but offers more. PTHD3 Accell is a blast but it ain't cheap.
With the Apogee X series converters, it sounds as good as 2" tape.
I never thought I'd say that but it's as good in some ways and better in others.
Now, make some music! Be happy to offer input on your project.
chap