In the beginning of the DAW (digital audio workstation) revolution Pro-tools was considered the gold standard in studio recording by both small and big studios alike. Most people just went with it because of it's popularity but the truth is, there are options and there has always been options.
There are many great sounding DAW's that are equal if not better than Pro-tools. There is Logic, Digital Performer (DP), Cubase, Nuendo and others which do the same thing as Protools for a lot less. My Personal preference is DP, it's ease of use, great sound quality, unlimited tracks (as much as your computer can handle) and access to lots and lots of Audio Unit plugins make it a no brainer because you get so much for a lot less money. So when building your studio, don't just go with Pro-tools because "everybody uses it" or because someone said that your favorite record was recorded on it, think about your options and go with works for YOU best. I learned years ago when I first started producing music that the equipment you use is only as good as its operator. Many people swore by the MPC and still do but I know quite a few wanna be producers who bought one and their beats were still wack. I, by the way, used an Ensoniq EPS 16+ for all of my hits in the 90's and early 2000's. I just wanted to be different and stand out. If you are ever to become a successful producer or engineer, follow your heart and dare to be different. Innovators lead the pack and do not follow! Until next month, Keep Bangin the hits Crazy C!
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R.O.B.
10/15/2011 05:49:32 am
This isn't directly related to this post, but I had to comment. I grew up on Straight From The Streets and Crazy C production, and i'm trippin out because I've been listenin to DJ Revelation on 92.1 for a few yrs and had no idea it was you! Anyway, I've been doing music (rap) since I was 8. And now 16 yrs later, I've finally made a conscious and firm decision to do it for God. So, this is real cool discoverin all this and I feel i've just been really enlightened just by what I've read here. Anyway, I guess to wrap it up, I see you haven't made a blog post since July and I pray that you don't quit...because you definitely have someone who will be paying attention from now on...Take care man
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10/26/2011 12:12:25 pm
Appreciate it homie. You made the right decision to rap for God, he will definitely bless you because of you courage. It takes faith and boldness to go against the grain.
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