Hey Nauts! I’m looking for a bit of advice regarding a mixer or interface for my setup.
To jam and record my numerous hardware synths / drum machines I’m currently have everything patched through a patch bay into a Mackie 1604VLZ Pro, and from there into my MOTU 828x Interface into Ableton. I’m using both Eventide Space and Roland Re20 pedals as send effects on the mixer. This is a fantastic setup for jamming but only allows me to record a single stereo input. In order to transition from jams to finished tracks I’m finding this approach not flexible enough.
Essentially what I want is to replicate the above workflow but with the ability to record at least 16 tracks (post fader preferably) simultaneously in Ableton, capturing the live send effect tweaks through the desk printed onto the individual tracks.
I’ve looked at the Midas Venice F32 and Soundcraft 22 MTK but both have their drawbacks. For example there are only internal send effects available on the Soundcraft.
Are there any other options I should be considering?