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What's better... BLA 002R Mod Pres or DigiMax FS Pres via Lightpipe?
I remember speaking with someone at BLA and they said that the DigiMax FS is a great combo with the modded 002R, but I forgot what he said the reason was... I'm guessing it was due to the upgraded conversion and components, but the thing I'm mainly curious about is how the DigiMax FS pres stack up against the BLA modded pres.
I also have a Eureka, which I'm guessing is the best pre I have out of the whole lot.. does that sound about right?
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"One should not pursue goals that are easily achieved. One must develop an instinct for what one can just barely achieve through one's greatest efforts." -Albert Einstein Windows 7 - Reaper 3 - Lynx Aurora 16 - RME HDSPe AES - DigiMax FS - Eureka - Axiom Pro - Yamaha HS80Ms + HS10W Sub |
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Re: What's better... BLA 002R Mod Pres or DigiMax FS Pres via Lightpipe?
First of all I'm not sold on the Bla mod, everything is relative. Secondly, I wouldn't perform a rather expensive mod on a piece of gear that is already on its way out (002) when you could keep an external unit around with you. And thirdly, better mics, micing techniques, and the use of compressors could give you a much more professional sound.
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Re: What's better... BLA 002R Mod Pres or DigiMax FS Pres via Lightpipe?
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Nonetheless, I completely agree with the "thirdly" you mentioned as that is pretty common knowledge that there are many variables that can improve the end resulting mix. Good technique with bad gear can result in better mixes more often than bad technique with good gear can. But back on point, I'm asking a specific question about gear and not technique.. just making that clear.
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Re: What's better... BLA 002R Mod Pres or DigiMax FS Pres via Lightpipe?
I feel the same way and for most of the same reasons as RQ above, the 002 may has it's supported days numbered at this point and investing heavily in it might prove disappointing. This is not a reelection on the quality of the mod as many have been very satisfied with it.
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Re: What's better... BLA 002R Mod Pres or DigiMax FS Pres via Lightpipe?
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After heavily weighing the decision, I still decided to go with the mod in hopes to improve my signal chain and after receiving it, I'm definitely overjoyed.
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"One should not pursue goals that are easily achieved. One must develop an instinct for what one can just barely achieve through one's greatest efforts." -Albert Einstein Windows 7 - Reaper 3 - Lynx Aurora 16 - RME HDSPe AES - DigiMax FS - Eureka - Axiom Pro - Yamaha HS80Ms + HS10W Sub |
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Re: What's better... BLA 002R Mod Pres or DigiMax FS Pres via Lightpipe?
Btw Tom, you still have some plugs for sale on the cheap? Smack me Tom!!
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"One should not pursue goals that are easily achieved. One must develop an instinct for what one can just barely achieve through one's greatest efforts." -Albert Einstein Windows 7 - Reaper 3 - Lynx Aurora 16 - RME HDSPe AES - DigiMax FS - Eureka - Axiom Pro - Yamaha HS80Ms + HS10W Sub |
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