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daan
from Baffahoe, NY, us on 2001-11-02 15:32 [#00047964]
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If you want the highest caliber possible I would recomend a sampler and a decent audio/midi sequencer. Any hardware or drum machines would be the icing, but don't rely on them exclusively for "beats" or what not. You will always be confined to that particular piece of gear's limitations. A sampler allows true versatility to do whatever you want and tweak things to your liking.
That being said, I'd recommend anything by E-mu (Esoniq), their samplers are top-notch, the 4xt being the holy grail ;) Akais are good too but they have their limitations.
If I had to guess, I'd say RDJ is using Protools for his audio, if you have the druthers though, go with Digital Performer by Mark of the Unicorn. It combines the best of midi and audio environments into one package. Aside from stereo imaging issues and lack of vst support, its the best sequencer/audio program on the market. I'm speaking on the macintosh side of course.
Which reminds me, if you're making music on a PC, sell it immediately and buy a mac. Not neccesarily a G4 or anything, older power macs are awesome too. Perhaps I'm biased (ok yes I am) but macs are definately designed for creative endeavors (music/graphics), PCs are essentially designed for business (spreadsheets/wrod processing). I'm not saying PC's are not good for music too, but the MacOS handles audio in a superior fashion across the board. Sorry if I ruffle some feathers :)
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djfony -mike b-
from helemano, hawaii -djfony.8m.com- on 2001-11-02 15:47 [#00047966]
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Sound Assassin
from The Patent Office UK on 2001-11-02 15:52 [#00047971]
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I like to use a hoover and a Hotpoint tumble drier....
Have fun.
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