Testing a dual Focusrite Octopre Dynamic 16 channel live recording rig that uses a Presonus Lightpipe as the interface for a Macbook Pro LOGIC Studio. This is to sync with our cameras for recording bands live with a mixable audio track in post.
FocusriteTV join engineer Chris Taylor to see how Focusrite's OctoPre MkII Dynamic can be used to record and mix drums. NOTE: All drum recording and compression in this video was done using the OctoPre MkII Dynamic. No software compressors or limiters were used. No further compression or limiting was used during the video editing stage. We advise that you watch the video in HD to achieve the best listening experience. To listen to and download selected stems from the drum recording, head to: soundcloud.com Drums: Chris Mayes-Wright Bass: Chris Taylor Guitars: Chris Haddon Engineered by Chris at BlueBarn, Cambridgeshire.
We join James Stone during a string recording session with new UK band fiN. James uses a pair of Focusrite OctoPre MkII Dynamic preamps as the front end to his Logic system. For more info on the band: www.finband.co.uk
Buy here... www.nevadamusic.co.uk Chris from Focusrite takes us through the Octopre series which can expand the number of inputs available for your adat soundcard and an idea partner for the Scarlett 18i6 and the Saffire Pro 24, 40 and 56's. A very useful upgrade path to expand your studio either now or in the future. The Focusrite OctoPre MkII Preamp is a powerful input upgrade for a Pro Tools system. With 8 channels of Focusrite pre-amplification and a built-in 24-bit/96 kHz ADAT output, the OctoPre MK II is suitable for any digital audio workstation. It's also a great expansion for any analogue or digital console, or for a hard disk recorder. The OctoPre MkII pre-amp's digital output makes the most of often-neglected ADAT inputs—ideal for expanding the number of mic-pre inputs on your interface. Connect OctoPre MkII to an audio interface's ADAT input to create a high quality, multi-channel recording solution. Focusrite OctoPre MkII is also an ideal preamp for tracking drums, as well guitars, keyboards, vocals, and more.
