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I have a Dell Optiplex -- very small PC. Is a Tascam US-122 USB Audio/MIDI Interface (#240868 at musiciansfriend.com) the type of thing I need to take the place of a soundcard? Here's where I'm at. I'm relatively new to all this, but have used and like nTrack. Til now, I've just used the...

I have a Dell Optiplex (it's real small). A regular size soundcard won't fit in the tower (it's not even a tower--this thing's tiny). So, is there some sort of "outboard" soundcard that I could plug into the Dell's USB? Or do I drag out my old HP ( a real-size tower)? Is this where...

Hey, all -- long time, no talk. Where is that page with pics of users' studios? I'm in need of some inspiration. Spring is around the corner and there's a new Home Depot in town. G

Hey, all - I just posted 2 songs at NWR. These are songs I wrote about 10 years ago, but finally recorded this week. Talk about procrastination! Let me know what you think. Pictures - Just me and my guitar. I wrote this when I was working with inner-city youth. I'd like to add piano, I...

Hey, all -- Looking at pics of professional studios online, I've noticed that the recording spaces are enormous, for one thing, and that the floors are often hardwood, as well as the walls. They are certainly not covered with carpet or other sound absorbing material, or even mattresses (as in...

I have the registered version of nTrack and have used it for a few songs so far, but I'm wondering why, when I add compression to a track, the peak file for that track doesn't change? It still looks the same no matter what I do to it. According to some basic compression articles I've read, the...

Not sure if this would be best posted in the guitar forum, but here goes... I had a Fishman under the saddle pickup put in my acoustic git a few months back. The luthier said it was an active pickup, but I didn't have him install the EQ (too queasy about a hole in my baby!) Running my git...

Hi all, In a burst of energy, I rerecorded all the tracks to "Things You Have to Keep" today. I added a lead guitar throughout and sped it up some. I also dropped the AM radio voice after the first verse. The mix is still rough, but I have little clue as to what I'm doing -- there's so many...

Here's a simple question... what's the difference b/t my Boss CS3 Sustain/Compressor pedal ($70) and a rack-mounted compressor? the Boss manual says it will work for any electronic signal...will it be effective, then, for vocals? (ps - i'm not looking for a perfectly produced sound and I...

I haven't bought the compressor for nTrack yet. Is it useful? Should I just spend the $ and buy a separate one? And why can't I just use my Boss CS3 pedal as a limiter? No, really. :rolleyes:

This is a cover of "Alcohol Heart" by 5440. Vocals, acoustic, and harmonica (at the end). Thanks for listening. http://www.nowhereradio.com/artists/album.php?aid=1334&alid=48

Here's a song that's very rough, but I like the mood. I played around with a lead guitar, but can't get anything that fits. I'd like to add some percussion, too. Any thoughts? (on anything...the lyrics, the vocals, the tremolo, the mix...whatever strikes you -- or makes you shudder :D )...

I have been using nTrack for a few months now. At first, it worked really well. Yesterday, it began skipping during playback/recording. Per the advice of nTrack help, I increased the buffers (right?), rendered some tracks (in this particular song, there are now 4 mono tracks), and have messed...

When I go to record a new track, the playback skips, cutting out for a few seconds at a time. I have read the ntrack help files and adjusted the buffering, rendered tracks, etc., but am still having a problem. Could this have something to do w/my soundcard? I am just using the one that came...

I have a '71-72 Univox U65RN amp. In one old catalog, it states this amp has 15 watts; in another, it states 30 watts. On the back of the amp, it states 50 watts. Which one is right? Are there different types of wattages? It sure sounds like a 50 watt. I asked this question at the Univox...

I've been using a few separate Boss pedals, and I while I like the sound and durability, I've read some good reviews on the Boss multi-effects guitar pedals, such as the ME-33 and the GT-6. I'm not a professional and have no illusions of greatness, nor do I want to spend $10,000 on a hobby...

I have a 10 year old Alvarez acoustic and I've heard conflicting thoughts on using a humidifier. One person says definitely, while another says the important thing is to keep the ROOM's humidity at a decent level. Do I need one? Can it hurt? I've found 2 kinds at American Musical -- one...

I'm posting a new thread 'cause I'd really like some more feedback. Thanks for the suggestions, Tex Road Kill! http://www.nowhereradio.com/artists/1/1334/album48.shtml

I used n-Track to make my first ever multi-track recordings, and while they aren't 'perfect,' they play clear and crisp at home. However, when I uploaded them to Nowhere Radio, then listened from there, they sound fuzzy. What types of things could cause this? (Despite the fuzziness, what...

I have an older 5-piece set (not a junior set) and have heard that all I need are new heads to sound okay. Anything will sound better, I'm sure, but should I invest in a new set instead of spending the money on heads? Thanks! ps: limited budget!