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I know that 58s are usually used for vocals and 57s are usually used for instruments. I also know that they're similar and both can be used for both. So tell me: What's the difference? Thanks! Del ( •)—:::

Here's a question for Mac users: I've been test-driving Reaper and wonder whether the greater pricetag of Logic Pro is worth it. If you think it is, why? Thanks! Del

Hi! Just got a laptop and interface, and about two weeks ago I downloaded Audacity. The rig: Shure 58 mic / Focusrite Clarett 8pre USB / MacBook Pro OS 12.2.1 / Audacity 3.0.4. Not having much luck. Right now, I simply want to individually test all eight channels of the Clarett to make sure...

Hey - I'm thinking of buying a book to learn to use GarageBand. What's the current version of GarageBand? Do you have a favorite book?

I don't like printing out downloaded manuals. My printer is just not up to the task. Are there any books for the current versions of Audacity, Reaper, or GarageBand? Thanks!

How hard is it to change the verification phone number for an Appke ID number? How is it done? I don't have one and want to get one — but only if changing the verification phone number isn't a bear. I've found instructions like this on Google: Change your Apple ID to a different mobile phone...

. . . and if I did, what am I doing wrong? I have a fairly new Macbook Pro computer and a Focusrite Clarett 8pre USB interface. The Mac is not online. I went to Best Buy to get a USB cable to connect them. They sold me an Apple Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) cable. It's all hooked up, and in the Mac's...

For storing and for moving digital recordings, which do you prefer and why? And how many gigs do you like?

Supercardioid dynamic mic. Hardly used. Great choice for vocals. Padded zipper bag. The e945 is a terrific mic. Read about them here: https://en-us.sennheiser.com/vocal-microphone-dynamic-super-cardioid-e-945 . . . and here: https://proaudioland.com/news/sennheiser-e945-dynamic-mic-review/...

I still haven't gotten this answered well enough. I want to be able to record up to eight live tracks. I won't be using many effects — probably just reverb and EQ, maybe compression. I won't be making more than eight tracks ever. The interface will probably be a Focusrite Claret 8pre. The...

Just watched a few videos about Mac Airs and Mac Pros with the new M1 processor. Apparently the M1 processor is a lot more efficient than the Intel processor it's replacing. But I'm still not sure what it all means for me. I'm thinking of getting the Focusrite Claret 8Pre for live recording and...

Audio-Technica AT2020 medium-diaphragm cardioid condenser mic, pristine condition. The engineers at Audio-Technica set out to create a condenser mic that sounds good and fits the budgets of most home recording enthusiasts and performers. The result is the AT2020, a spunky little workhorse. (Our...

Used Marantz CDR300 portable stereo compact disk recorder. Excellent condition. Original owner. Marantz builds gear to last for the professional and consumer markets. Built rugged for field recording, on-the-street interviews, and live music recording. Read about it here: Marantz CDR300 |...

I'm thinking of getting the Focusrite Clarett 4Pre. It's blurb says it has "four variable line inputs." What does that mean? What do they do? How do they work? What do you need to use them? Can you hear them when recording? Thanks! Del

Sooner or later I'll be getting a four-preamp interface. The Focusrite Clarett seems to have everything I want — good sound (I like the Air feature), low latency, rugged build. But the Steinberg is an easier price pill to swallow. How do you think the two compare? Thanks!

For reasons I won't bore you with, I'm thinking of retiring my Tascam and building a DAW. The interface that most interests me is the Focusrite Clarett 4pre. I like it mainly because of its low latency its Air feature. Apparently the 4pre comes with its own software. Does that mean I can't use...

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Solved it: Zoom Q8. So all that's left is pulling the trigger.

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