Recent content by Chalkdust

HI, I have some 40 songs prepared on Logic as backing tracks, and I need to be able to mix them down so that the volumes are the same when playing back through a PA. To date I have been doing this by ear / trial and error, and after a long time it still isn't quite right. I do see some...

Hello my M Audio Axiom controller keyboard just adopted the infamous 'Blue Face of Death' and I am now looking for another keyboard controller. I am sure that MAudio have now resolved this issue and moved on with proved kit but I am conscious that this brand aligns more with PC Cubase platforms...

i want to record some demos for a four-piece band comprising drums, bass, keys and guitar Using a Scarlett 18i8 interface to a MacBook Pro. What is the simplest way to limit the incoming sound particularly from drums to protect the recording Without having to resort to bringing masses of equipment?

Hi I can hardly get my Focusrite Trackmaster Pro to register any signal on the meter whether input, output or compressor. I am plugging in a Shure SM57 directly into the front panel, which Should be ok, surely no need for any pre amp before the TMP which is a channel strip in itself and has its...

Hi I am doing some acoustic guitar recording. I am using a Mackie 1202 VLZ to collect the signal, a Presonus Comp 16 compressor, a Duet interface and recording onto Logic. I have two questions:- 1. I hear that using a mic on one channel PLUS DI input on a separate channel is a good idea...