One big advantage of using an analogue desk for recording is in making latency-free overdubs - monitoring the input channel directly without any round-trip through DSP - and the 1220i is well set up to do this, balancing the input channels against any computer output coming back through channel 11-12. The elements of a small ensemble, a drum kit with kick, snare and overhead mics or even a full band with a mixture of mic and line inputs can all be sent simultaneously to separate recording tracks via FireWire, as can the main mix. The 1220i is a practical, compact size, easily transportable and well-suited for sitting neatly on a table top, but the 12-input channels give the unit a certain amount of versatility for multitrack recording.
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Mac software works via Core Audio, drivers for PC are supplied and quickly installed, while Pro Tools M-Powered 8 users need to buy a Mackie Universal Driver upgrade (this costs $50). All the physical controls are neatly and logically laid out, while integration with all the major DAWs is instant. Rotary knobs control the volume of the stereo auxiliary returns and there's a talkback mic built-in with level control and routing to the headphone output and the auxes.
The stereo output of the computer can be routed back to the mixer through stereo channel 11-12 for monitoring or for integration into the mix, it can also be directly assigned to the main mix.Ī compact master section offers volume controls for the control room outputs and headphone outs plus options for setting the sources.
Aux sends 1 and 2 are automatically sent on FireWire channels 13 and 14 and the main mix on 15 and 16. Routing audio from any channel to the equivalent FireWire input on the computer is automatic - a FireWire switch nestled just above the EQ section will determine if it is sent pre or post-EQ.
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