advice on microphones, microphone pre-amps and compressors.

[makerthemaker]

I need some advice on microphones, microphone pre-amps and compressors. Let me explain, I am about to embark on recording my pop/rock band in my 32 Trk TDM Pro Tools system in Los Angeles. I have a limited budget lets say around $4k to $5k for microphones, pre-amps and compressor. I need top notch sound quality because the record will be going to top 40/hot ac radio, after we raise about $200k for radio promotion just to start out. I hear the Destresser Compresser is a must have, Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Rental is also an option, if anyone knows a great place to rent in LA let me know.
Thank you very much,
Maker

[where02190]

Try this.

Should supply you with weeks of information.

[unclemurray]

Check out Mercenary Audio They have a lot of cool gear. The distressor is cool, but it has a "sound." You have enough dough to get many combinations of gear at that budget