Lexicon Alpha Desktop Recording Studio
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Tһе Lexicon Alpha Desktop Recording Studio continues tһе tradition οf excellence established bу іtѕ рοрυƖаr siblings, tһе Lambda аחԁ Omega desktop recording studios.Alpha Studio іѕ a bus-powered 2x2x2 USB I/O Mixer packaged аѕ a complete recording solution wіtһ Cubase LE аחԁ tһе Lexicon Pantheon VST Reverb plug-іח. Tһе Alpha Studio features one XLR microphone input, two TRS line inputs, аחԁ two TRS & RCA line outs. Alpha’s front panel features аח ultra high-z 1/4-inch instrument input fοr direct…. Click Here Tο Read More ->
- Record up tο 2 tracks аt once
- 44.1kHz tο 48kHz sample rates, 16-bit οr 24-bit resolution
- One XLR mic, two TRS line, аחԁ one Hi-Z instrument inputs
- Two TRS аחԁ RCA line outputs
- Software suite includes Cubase LE4 аחԁ Lexicon Pantheon VST reverb plug-іח
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September 2, 2010
11:05 pm
Review by B. Richie for Lexicon Alpha Desktop Recording Studio
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I’m not sure why the previous review was so low, perhaps that reviewer was expecting a 24 bus mixer with Pro Tools! Obviously you are not going to get anything near that for
September 2, 2010
11:47 pm
Review by K. Click for Lexicon Alpha Desktop Recording Studio
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As a newbie solo musician looking to record everything myself, this is exactly what I was hoping for. The hardware is very easy to use, I plugged my computer speakers into the headphone out jack so I could choose between headphone monitoring and speaker monitoring. The unit provides ghost power for a mic, instrument in and monitor out. Exactly as advertised.
The version of Cubase provided is a limited version but it was more than enough for me to accomplish my goals. With a decent VST drum instrument you can write as complex a drum line as you want, without a super-steep learning curve. I was surprised that the software was so straightforward and the manual is well written, well organized and helpful.
For $100 or so this is a great way to start recording. Keep in mind that the limited version of Cubase allows for a limited number of MP3 format exports, so you’ll want to mixdown and then convert with a free program like Audacity. The overall quality was well worth the money though.
September 3, 2010
12:09 am
Review by Anthony De Lucia Jr. for Lexicon Alpha Desktop Recording Studio
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I needed a simple way to digitally record vocals and my guitar – this device delivers. Easy enough to set-up and gives me exactly what I needed for a hundred bucks.
While Cubase LE packs a lot of functionality, I followed the simple tutorial on getting a basic recording done and I was off and running in a few minutes – I am probably only using 2% of what it is capable of doing but I am getting 110% of what I needed out of it.
No complaints here.
September 3, 2010
12:52 am
Review by D. grindstaff for Lexicon Alpha Desktop Recording Studio
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I will tell you why people are downrating this worthless piece of junk. I have owned mine for a bit over a year and it has had multiple issues on two different systems. When it works, sure it is great but when it takes the hike , give up on it. Better yet save your money.
I have worked in pro studios with a 48 channel STUDER and a Mac, ran OTARI 8 track tape machines and fooled around with Synclavier so I doubt I am the type expecting “too much” from the Alpha. I wanted an inexpensive solution for a carry around break out box to my 24 channel mixxer and laptop or for taking to parties.
ONE look at the Lexicon Pro site says it all. FAIL. Not a single post praising the machine just a lot of deleted posts and a few asking where the Heck IS support.
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I got the Alpha with an eye on Ableton LIVE which actually is awesome. The fully functioning Cubase LE 4 that comes with the Alpha is all I have to show for my 119$
Computer techs (more than one) agree it is not the computer, software conflicts .etc- it is the unit it’s self.
I am sure at least some of the units are not defective, mine did not act up until it was off warranty.
The problem?
Slow or non-existant support.
Old drivers.
Independable and obviously of cheap manufacture.
I will quote a post on the Lexicon Pro site:
Sadly, after rebooting the Alpha is once again making the noises and is crunchy and pops like a burning fire.
I will set it aside for now and save for a better soundcard.
Good luck, I doubt I shall bother returning to this forum.
I remember when Lexicon was the KING of tech back in the day. We used Lexicon in the studio at the recording music production school and the reverbs and delays were exquisite. I advise Lexicon to discontinue this card and stick with audio effect devices and avoid the fails.
I see the list of “Sister companys” on this website and will avoid buying a single product again based on the issues here. I have owned or own at least 4 of those other products. This is like watching a Dr. pick his nose then asking us to …say…..ahhhhh.
So go ahead and buy this, save your receipt and be ready to return. If and when you play Live through this and the audience heres a ceral commercial don’t say you were not warned.
September 3, 2010
1:49 am
Review by R C-R for Lexicon Alpha Desktop Recording Studio
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The Alpha works fine with Apple’s new OS 10.6 (Snow Leopard), but you will have problems installing the Cubase LE 4 software that comes with it — the installer will stall at the “one minute remaining” mark & never finish. Steinberg has released a “hotfix” for this 10.6-only issue but it won’t work with the Lexicon disc in the product box, probably because that disc has an old version (4.0.3) of Cubase LE 4 on it. That version also has other problems that will affect Leopard users too, so ultimately you will want to get Mac version 4.1.2 or better of the software. You can get the installer for 4.1.2 from Steinberg, but only by accessing its server using an anonymous connection to “[...]” as a guest, or by contacting Lexicon Pro customer support & asking that the updated disc be sent to you. The 4.1.2 installer will still hang if you run it under Snow Leopard, but after you force quit it, Cubase will be properly installed & work perfectly.
But it is definitely worth the hassle. Cubase LE 4 may be Steinberg’s “lightest” version of this software but it still is among the most capable products of its type & is the only way you can use the Lexicon pro quality “Pantheon” VST reverb plugin included with the product. Price even Lexicon’s cheapest stand-alone reverb unit & you will see why the Alpha is a bargain.
As for audio quality of the Alpha itself, I’m a pro sound mixer & I think it is quite good. Most users will not notice that it has fully balanced, +4 dB pro level line in & line out connections, but this makes a huge difference when used with other pro equipment. Just understand that it is a 2 in, 2 out interface — those 3 conductor jacks on the back each take one signal apiece, & this is what you should use whenever possible.
If you are looking for a dirt cheap pro quality interface & software bundle, you won’t do better than the Alpha at $80 from Amazon, even with all the hassles of getting the software installed.