Product Review - M-Audio Fast Track Ultra

            As far as multi-tracking interfaces go, it doesn't get much better than the M-Audio Fast Track Ultra. For what I use it for, it couldn't be better. It has the ability to record up to six different inputs all simultaneously into different tracks on your DAW software, which is a crucial feature to have if you are recording drums, acoustic instruments, or other instruments that need to be miked in multiple spots. At $350, it got the job done without breaking the band - which is always one of my top priorities.

Continue reading as I go into detail about the pros and cons of this wonderful piece of equipment, and you'll see why I recommend it so avidly to those who are serious about recording:

Back To The Basics: 10 Easy Tips To Make Your Recording Life Easier

While focusing on specific techniques and more complex recording methods is a great way to build your skillset, it is never a bad idea to revisit some of the more basic ideas that can help make your life much easier as a recording engineer. For this reason, I came up with a list of easy and cheap ways to make the recording process run more smoothly and much more effectively.
 In my experience, it's always the little things that make the biggest difference -and so without further adieu, here are 10 Easy Tips To Making The Recording Process Easier: