Some recording engineers still prefer to record drum takes on reel-to-reel for that tape saturation that provides analog warmth and punch. Reel-to-reel can sound awesome though the cost and availability of tapes is problem the biggest problem.

Cassette tapes don't sound anywhere near as good as reel-to-reel because the tape being recorded on is so narrow. Russ was talking 2 inch reel-to-reel tape that provides plenty of tape real estate. Though even 4 track on 1/4 inch tape could sound pretty good too. I remember getting some impressive results on Teac 4 tracks.


[This message has been edited by Nigel (edited 05-28-2008).]