Don't get rid of your hard disk recorders just yet. Yes, it's true. While many studios wrestle with the decision to buy a multi-channel interface for their recording platform, you may have everything you need already. As predicted, companies like Boss and Roland are developing programs to transport files directly from HD recorders to computer based recording platforms. The reason the HD recorder is still very popular is it's dependability and ease of use. Most HD recorders are equipped with out dated SCSI drives for file back up and cd/dvd transfer. However, until recently there was no way to transfer files directly. Now that programs and adapted components are allowing for that transfer, the demand for glitchy , rack mounted interfaces may very well decline. I also feel the industry will see another up-swing of stand alone HD platforms once editing capabilities are comparable to PC based platforms. Keep in mind, this is my opinion but one that is not alone. Engineers are blogging and hopefully the software companies are listening. Build something like the Roland VS-2480 with the sound engine and effects of Pro tools. Do that and you will have a monster of a machine. Well, until next time, happy recording.
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