Mixing Desks: Yamaha 02R96 based in the studio and
01V96 for mobile work.
  The Yamaha 02R96 - is a top-spec desk with 56 channels at up
to 96 kHz, a full meter bridge, Virtual Channel Strip and “REV-X” reverb
Plug-Ins, and extraordinary patching flexibility. The software
delivers advanced features, including add-on effects, advanced
DAW integration and surround functions. Broadcast capability is enhanced
with mix-minus. In addition, live/theatre applications are enhanced with
user-assignable layers, fader and mute group master, instant AUX
monitoring, global fade time, and much more.
 The Yamaha 01V96VCM delivers the performance and reliability of
Yamaha's acclaimed digital live sound and production consoles in a
remarkably compact design that is perfect for professional
applications where space is limited or maximum portability is required.
The 01V96VCM may be small but it can handle up to 40 inputs.
Hard Disc Recorder: Mackie HDR24/96 (x2)
 The
HDR24/96 is a top-spec workhorse digital multitrack recorder featuring: -
- 24 Tracks (192 Virtual Tracks) - Each of the
HDR24/96's tracks expands to reveal 8 takes. That's 8 chances to capture
a performance.
- The machine is upgraded to take 120Gb internal hard
drives. I can get several hours of full 24-track, 24-bit recording
time at 44.1kHz. Each session is saved as a Project which can be backed up
for safety whilst the project is ongoing. One is set up
permanently in the studio, the other is racked-up for mobile use.
Microphones:
I use selected microphones from respected manufactures to give me
excellent performance and flexibility at an affordable price. The
microphone locker includes the following items: -
-
 Neumann TLM103 - A large diaphragm, cardioid condenser
microphone derived from the famous U87. It's well-balanced performance
and extremely low self-noise make it the microphone of choice for
virtually all recording, broadcast and production applications.
- AKG 414B-XLS-ST (Matched Pair)
- A Matched
stereo pair of reference-quality microphones especially used for
accurate, beautifully-detailed pickup.
- AKG C4000B - A high-quality, large diaphragm recording microphone
with switchable multi-pattern response
- AKG C3000B (2) - A high-quality, large diaphragm recording
microphone with cardioid response.
- AKG C1000B (6) - One of quietest, richest and
dependable small diaphragm mics. Great on Vocals.
- AKG C418PP (4) - A Miniature hypercardioid condenser clip-on
microphone with shock mounted capsule, ideal for miking drums and
percussion in hardwire applications.
- Audio Technica 4050 - Warm, transparent sound and
super-high SPL capability. Three switchable polar patterns (omni,
cardioid, and figure-of-8), extended frequency response, excellent
transient response and low distortion. Ideal for live sound
productions with vocals, piano, strings, drum overheads, guitar amps,
and more.
- Audio Technica 4040 (2) - A condenser design for professional
recording and critical applications in broadcast and live sound. It has
a large diaphragm tensioned specifically to provide smooth, natural
sonic characteristics.
- Audio Technica 4033a (2) - A Cardioid-pattern condenser
microphone with a back-electret element.
- Audio Technica AT815R - Condenser rifle microphone - Line +
gradient.
- Oktava MK 012 (Matched Pair)
-
Multi-Capsule, small diaphragm condenser microphone: omni, cardioid, hypercardioid
pattern - made
in Russia!
- Studio Projects LSD2 - Stereo Microphone. Each
capsule can be pattern-switched giving great flexibility. Applications
include: XY - Coincident Cardioids, Mid-Side Method, Stereosonic
Technique (Blumlein), Overhead Main Mic, Drums, Vocal & Voice-Over.
- Coles 4104 Lip Mic (2) - This classic
Commentator's Noise Cancelling Ribbon Microphone is of BBC design and
used for reproducing high quality commentary speech from noisy
surroundings by cancelling out a considerable degree of background
noise.
- AKG D112 (2) - Industry Standard Bass / kick Drum mic
- SHURE MX393C PZM (2) - Cardioid, low profile PZM mics for when
"unobtrusive" is important.
- SHURE 55SH - Retro-style vocal mic
- SHURE SM57 (6) - Industry Standard workhorse instrument /
vocal mic
- SHURE SM58 (4) - Industry Standard workhorse vocal mic
- T-Bone EM9900 (2) - condenser shotgun
microphone.
These can all be mounted on sturdy stands as required. My Decca tree
is used for recording ensembles (see
right).
Outboard Equipment
The outboard equipment includes the following items together with units
to smooth the mains power and protect from surges.
-
 Focusrite Octopre - 8 channels of quality pre-amplification.
- Focusrite Platinum Trackmaster - Single channel mic / line
preamplifier
- Lexicon MPX1 - Digital FX
- Lexicon MPX500 (3) -Digital FX
- Lexicon MPX100 - Digital FX
- Line 6 POD XT Pro - Guitar Recording Preamp
- Line 6 Bass POD XT Pro - Bass Recording Preamp
- Behringer HA4400 Powerplay PRO -
4 channel headphone amplifier.
- Behringer HA8000 Powerplay PRO - 8 output Headphone
Amplifier with 2 full and individual channel inputs.
- Behringer DI 4000 - 4 channel Active DI Box to capture signals
from electronic
keyboards, bass guitars etc
- T.RACKS SPLIT IT (2)
-
4 channel Microphone Splitter Box. This will split the output from
8 stage
microphones with one feed going directly to your PA and a completely independent,
parallel feed to my recording rig.
Monitoring
On location I usually monitor using small JBL speakers or headphones. For
mixdown, I have more accurate Mackie monitors.
- Mackie HR824 - High Resolution Powered Monitors - found in
countless professional studios due to its clarity, broad stereo imaging,
ruler-flat response, and extended low-frequency range versus other
studio monitors.
- Samson Servo 170 (3) - Monitor Amps
- Spirit Absolute 2 - Studio Monitor Speakers
- JBL Control1 - Small Monitors for location use
- Sennheiser HD 580 - Audiophile quality open dynamic
professional stereo headphone. The advanced diaphragm design eliminates
standing waves in the diaphragm material. The ideal choice for the
professional recording engineer recording classical music.
- Beyerdynamic DT250 - Studio Monitoring Headphones - Stylish,
closed dynamic design offering excellent ambient noise isolation and a
linear response designed for reference monitoring. Suitable for all
kinds of professional environments where size, comfort and performance
are primary requirements.
- Beyerdynamic DT100 (4) - Studio Headphones - widely used in
audio recording and monitoring applications in studios worldwide. Can be
worn for hours without listener fatigue. The soft ear cushions
effectively seal out ambient noise yet apply minimal pressure against
the ear.
Mastering / Duplicating equipment
The following items are part of what I use to capture, transfer or
duplicate recordings.
-
 Tascam DA-20
- DAT Recorder
- Tascam 202 Mk III - Twin Cassette Deck
- Tascam CD-RW700 - CD-RW Recorder
- Tascam MD-350 - - Minidisc Recorder
- Tascam MD-301 - Minidisc Recorder
- Tascam DR-1 portable solid-state recorder.
- Music PC - Custom Intel Core2Quad 2.4GHz PC with 2GB Ram, 40GB & 80GB
+2x500Gb SATA HD.
- MOTU 828mk3 Sound Card
Wavelab V6 & V7, Cubase 5 & 6, Photoscore Pro, Finale,
and Smartscore Software.- Waves Broadcast & Production Plug-in pack.
- 2x CD / DVD writer
- Phillips DCC 951 (2) - Digital Compact Cassette (DCC) Recorder
- Revox B77 reel-to-reel Stereo Tape Recorder. 1/4" stereo
tape running at 7.5 or 15 "/sec.
- Elizabethan reel-to-reel quarter track mono recorder
running at speeds up to 3.75 "/sec.
- Dual C505-MkII - Record turntable With Nagaoka MP11
Stylus and ART Deejay Pre II Phono preamp.
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