Connecting an a guitar interface to the iMac

    I have a basic USB guitar interface connected to my iMac.   I can hear myself thru the headphones which also plug into the interface.  I'd prefer to hear myself play thru the external sound system.   Also, when I choose different amps and effects in Garage Band, I don't hear any change to my guitar tone.   What can I do?   Thanks.  Kenny.

Hello,
I have connected those printers to my Macs with OS X using a USB to Parallel printer cable (like the one you propose). It worked just fine.
I did have to download and install the Gimp-Print printer drivers and set those up (since the 4si doesn't have any Mac drivers). So, you may need to get the free Gimp-Print package installed as well.
But, yes, the USB to Parallel cable is all you need for making the connection. The cable does not require any drivers. Just plug it in, and connect the printer to the computer. Then, set-out configuring the printer drivers to talk with your printer.
You can get the Gimp-Print package at:
http://gimp-print.sourceforge.net/MacOSX.php3
I hope this helps.
Let us know if you have other questions.
P.S., if you'd like, go ahead and click the "Helpful" or "Solved" buttons on any of the posts / replies above if you feel they were helpful or adequately answered your question.

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