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Re: [OT] Monitors for Mixing

2004-05-19 by Pete Thomas

--- In logic-ot@yahoogroups.com, "amgshaffer" <amgshaffer@c...> wrote:
> I am in the process of upgrading my monitors and am considering the
> Mackie HR824s.  But first, I wanted to get your opinions on these
> monitors.  
> 
> In previous posts, several of you have suggested Adams or Dynaudio. 
> Granted they are better, but also more expensive.  I can't quite
> afford to make that jump (too many other things on my "to-buy"
> list....e.g. G5).
> 
> My research suggests the Mackies have good bass extension, are
> slightly forward on the high end, but overall have a relatively flat
> response (which is what I really want).  Anyone have any experience
> with the HR824s?  Good monitors or bad?  My primary use is for mixing.
> 
> Thanks,
> Dave

I would recommend Genelec if the budget stretches, or Tannoy Reveal (Active=
). I use the 
Genelec 1030 and mastering engineers report very little to do to the mixes.=


Pete

"If the only tool you have is a hammer, you will see every problem as a nai=
l." – Abraham 
Maslow

www.petethomas.co.uk
www.soundtrack-composer.co.uk

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