HOWEVER, before I let it go, some friends of mine want to record a single on it. (Well, maybe I suggested it.)
For the 388 lovers, I have two big questions:
1. What's your favorite way to track a three-piece band live on that machine? I'm definitely thinking I should find some sound that we all like and commit on the way in, particularly with the drums. Right now, I'm thinking of micing:
- Kick
- Snare (top)
- Mono OH
- Heart/crotch mic
- Bass cab
- Guitar cab (ribbon)
- Guitar cab (dynamic)
- Vocal
2. I have a couple reels of Quantegy 457. They are years old, though they are still shrink-wrapped. Would you give it a shot on those or try to buy new tape?