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Some machines have a switch in the tape tension arm that will shut off the capstan when the tape runs out. Try backspinning the take-up reel a bit to see if yours will shut off.

If not - state your brand/model and I'll check it out for you.

Just a tip,
-Mike

I used to use either an Av 747 or the Drawmer 1960 exclusively on bass, but seriously; try the M-Audio TAMPA - it's my new favorite "DI." Great Class A transparent sound and a killer quiet dual opto compressor that really makes bass tracks stand out. Best of all they just reduced the price to about ...

...as long as no one tries to intrude on your little world.

But, you guys can just stay here and have lots of fun.

It would help to know what type of "sound" you're going for (rock, metal, jazz, country, etc.), but for "general use," from your list; I'd recommend the Beta 52. I think you'll find placement with it is less painful as well!

Hope it helps,

Check out the Drawmer 1960 - it's a studio staple. They flat out rock on kick & snare, vocals, even as a Bass DI. Track record longer than your arm. Variety: yup - you'll need that. I would advise getting a few different pre's for different situations; they're like spices to a chef - it all depends ...

Give me a shout at www.mixcritique.com (contact page). We can talk specifics then. Here's a sample from a project I'm currently mastering for a Christian band in Minnesota (we are in SoCal BTW). http://www.songramp.com/homepage.ez?Who=WorshipFoundry&playsong=Yes&sampleid=6577 Affordable, quality and...

Ya Know...the pre you're runnin' through might be what's holding you back. what are you tracking through?

-Mike

IF you're looking for a tube mic (you didn't say?), check out Pacific Pro Audio's LD-2UBE http://www.pacificproaudio.com Many studios here in SoCal are getting wind of this mic - it's a Neu_ann killer. At $299 - including power supply, it is already approaching "sainthood." Hope it helps...if it doe...

Definitely not a place I want to hang.

Bye, bye.