need advise on software/hardware

[madmikebass]

I have a small amount of experience recording with a Korg D888. It is very simple, but doesn't have much flexability. I am praticularly having problems getting the bass guitar to come out. I seems to get lost in the mix and sounds somewhat muddy.
Any ideas?
I am also thinking about going to some other product that has more flexability. I see a lot of the MBOX with Pro Tools on e-bay. That seems to be relatively inexpensive. But I don't know if it's any good for a newbie. I am also in the dark about what else I might have to buy to go along with it.
So, I guess what I'm really asking for is suggestions on an inexpensive way to get started. I don't want to spend mountains of money cause I don't have it. I also want something that is easy to learn and relatively simple. I don't have a huge knowledge base to work from either.
I guess another alternative would be to take the .wav files from the Korg and manipulate them with some other software. Is there anything like that out there? Can I get something simple and inexpensive?
HELP?
BTW> I'm really glad that newbies are protected on this forum. Otherwise I would probably be in for a lot of laughing.
Thanks!

[brandondrury]

I am praticularly having problems getting the bass guitar to come out. I seems to get lost in the mix and sounds somewhat muddy.
Any ideas?

Audio Recording / Mixing 101: Getting Bass Guitar To Cut Through

I see a lot of the MBOX with Pro Tools on e-bay. That seems to be relatively inexpensive.

Pro Tools is DEFINITELY not the most inexpensive way to go, but it is great if you need to interface with billion dollar studios on a regular basis. I'm a Cubase guy myself.

If you are considering the jump to computer recording, I'd check out the home recording soundcard wizard in my signature.

So, I guess what I'm really asking for is suggestions on an inexpensive way to get started.

Check out my member only guides.

Brandon