punching in

[Stark444]

is it possible to get a foot switch for punching in for a computer based system? or, should i just learn how to do the automatic punch in and the loops and stuuuuuuff?

 

[Ethan Winer]

Punching in was needed with analog tape recorders. There's no need to do that now with DAW software. I use SONAR, so when I'm ready to lay down a guitar or bass track I define a looped section from one bar before to one bar after the part I'll play. Then I hit record, and play those bars over and over until I'm happy. Then I pick the best take, or edit several parts into a single take. This is infinitely easier that punching in.

--Ethan

 

[gcapel]

Agreed with E.W. Its a good opportunity to learn how to use the grid. Figure out your BPM (beats per minute) punch that into your grid. This will make things easier to look at and easier to dial in your punch in and out points.