Right now I have a beginner rig:
record:
AT831 > SP Batt Box > Sharp MT-99
convert:
Sony MXD-D400 > optical > Terratec EWX 2496 > Cool Edit Pro
I have gotten the upgrade bug and I wanna start with the UA-5 pmod because I also need to do some studio applications and the UA-5 is perfect for what I need. So I want my live recording rig to look like this:
AT831(possibly replace) > UA-5 > Sharp MT-99(possibly replace)
First, let me ask what proper replacements for the AT831's are available? I have say a $300 budget for mics, I will use them a lot for live matrixes with the UA-5 and board feed. Maybe AKG C1000's? I want something that will work with the UA-5, so if the AT831's will work then I will stick with them.
Second, if I record a live matrix with the UA-5 (my mics + sbd feed) will I be able to go optical out of UA-5 > optical in of Sharp MT-99 and not have SCMS problems when I try to transfer it to my computer with the Sony MXD-D400 > Terratec? Do I need a SCMS stripper?
man, sorry for the length but I have many things to consider. I appreciate any help anyone can provide. thanks!