Salut Ed,
 AM>> Hi, I'd like to know how possible it is these days to digital
 AM>> recording and mixing using computer hard disks as the storage
 AM>> mechanism, with 16 tracks or more at 16 bit / 44.1 kHz sampling.
 ES> Very possible. Check out some programs.
 ES> Cool Edit 96,
Only 1 stereo track
 ES> GoldWave
idem
 ES> Multiquence
Can only record 1 stereo track at a time, as far as I know.
 ES> If you want to get more serious check out Samplitude Studio at
 ES> www.sekd.com.
I'd first try Samplitude Pro 4.0. It only does 8 tracks (mono or stereo) but 
it's much cheaper and upgradable to the Studio version.
 ES> The cadillac is ProTools. I use this in a recording studio environment 
o
 ES> do post production. Record all your tracks and instruments, do punch 
ns.
 ES> Once tracks are all laid down, it has complete automation mixdown
 ES> facility. A bit pricey for home use though.
The more professional it get's, the more proprietary hardware is used.
Other professional computer based hd-recording systems are Sadie, Sonic 
Solutions and SoundScape.
There are stand-alone hd-recorders too, e.g. the AKAI DR-series, Ensoniq 
Paris, or the Roland VS-series.
But Protools is very nice indeed, especially with the right plug-ins.
bye ....
         Joe
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