The TLA-50 Tube compressor/limiter is fantastic. It's a great colored compressor for vocals, or about anything really.

I have Fender Lace Sensors in my Mustang, can't remember which ones specifically, but they sound better than the stock pickups in my opinion.

I like the Audix D6, but I usually use an Sm-7. I prefer to put my D112 on a floor tom.

The Black Lion Audio mod is definately worth it. I did the mod 2 on my 3630, and I use it on a regular basis now.

It is a great board, but it will require regular cleaning to keep it great, but it is easy to do. Also, you can change any or all of the aux sends to pre or post fader depending on your preference. All you have to do is pull the channel out and move a jumper. The pres are pretty good in case you nee...

Talk to Al on the TapeOp messageboard at www.tapeop.com once it is back up and running. He is in the UK and he will be able to help you. I bought a Reslo RBT/L from him and he included a cable that converted to XLR. Also, I would recommend that you buy the step up transformer from Sowter to bring th...