Is the mixdown of Cubase SX or Pro Tools better?
DAWs are getting better sounding all the time – it will be interesting to see how 64 bit PCs will sound. Check the big debate and an interesting comparison CD here. For mixing, I recommend making loop-back files (recording the mix back in to the DAW vs. a bounce) or dedicated CD burner (Masterlink is my favorite because it’s 24 bit and makes 24 bit CDR files). If you’re making Separations, it’s best to record your mixes and Separations back into your computer. Stay at the sample rate of your system (44.1k, 48k, 88.2k, 96k) and always make 24 bit (vs. 16 bit) stereo files. Even more sonic improvement happens when you have better power chords going into your gear! Digital and analog both have their advantages… and surprises. Here’s an interesting story sent to me by email: I once bought some memory for my sampler and noticed it was a different brand from my existing memory, not expecting any difference at all I loaded the new memory and proceeded to sample some drum sounds that I was v
