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I'm looking for a simple to use multitrack recording software for a PC/Win98. All I need to do is record Mic, guitar etc.. onto some WAV files from Band in a Box. I need it to work just as a cassette type multitrack recorder. Any suggestions appreciated!!

Sidney,

Check out this site www.IQSOFT.com
They make a program called SAW. It stands for Software Audio Workshop.

It is a phenominal program and comes in many flavors. There is a version called Saw Lite that may fit your needs and I believe you can download a demo of the program.

It is a non linear editing program which means that you can manipulate your data without damaging the original files. There is some learning curve but it is not that steep especially if you know how to use a multitrack cassette system.

If you have any questions, don't hesitate to email back.

Regards,

Mark T.

Sydney-you also might want to take alook at a program called "Power Tracks" put out by the same company that does BIAB. PGMusic.com

Skip Ellis

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Get one of the Cakewalk programs. I use Pro Audio 9. You can get Guitar Studio or something like that on ebay for probably $50.

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www.16tracks.com

Heres a free version of Digidesign
one of the best on the market today http://www.digidesign.com/flashnav/index.html


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That Digidesign program is "ProTools Free" a cut down version of their regular program. I've downloaded it but haven't done any recording with it (actually haven't been able to figure it out yet).

Sidney,
There used to be a program called "Internet Tapedeck", which was a totally free app. that worked just like an 8-track casette-recorder. The company's website is down, and has been for long, but I've got that software, and would be happy to send you a copy, if you're interrested !

Let me know !

Ole

I have a copy of the Internet Tape Deck that Ole graciously sent me. I didn't mention that one since the company, apparently, is out of business and there is no support for it.

If anyone wants it, I can burn a copy for them.

I've tried a bunch of them, and the best in the lot is called "n-track". You can find it on the net. If you like it, you can register it for $35 and that will give you full functionality.

I appreciate all the good advice, Is the Internet Tape Deck compatible with Win98, I know some older programs won't work on '98?? I have downloaded N-Track and a couple of others and hope to try them out this weekend.

The Internet Tape Deck is Win 95/98/ME compatible.

I would definitely like to get a copy from one of you.

You can email me at:

larisalynn@peoplepc.com

Thanks,
Sidney

Jack,
Will you be able to e-mail this one to Sidney ??

My ISP won't allow attachments bigger than approx. 5 MB's (this one is 10-11 MB's), but I'll also be glad to burn another copy.

Let me know !

Ole

I'm sending a copy to him, Ole. I also conned him in to buying my CD.

Sounds just fine, Jack !

Ole

out of all of the ones recomended cakewalk is the most professional and easiest to use. There is a new book called cakewald power and it will take you right through it and that is very valuable

Jeff

Cakewalk may be a little pricey, or a lot pricey depending on the situation. Save the money and get it. It will open horizons that will keep you busy for some time to come. Once you learn whatever small program you want, you'll be itching for more almost immediately. Go for it. You'll not be dissapointed.