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I used Cakewalk's Sonar 3 Producer's Ed, Cubasis and Diamond Xtreme's Audacity. 3 different recording studio desktop software packages and they all do the same wrong things as described in my initial post.

Thanks Dave.
Tell me, do you know of file size importing limitations with Logic Express. The Digidesign people are telling me there is a 2Gb file limitation for importation into ProTools LE.
I was planning on backing up recording multiple WAV files on a Mackie hard disc multi-track recorder that creates separate mono WAV files for each track.
Snag is that I was hoping to hit record and leave it running for several hours - which could create WAV files that are quite sizable.
Either that or find a way to cut a WAV file into smaller pieces - but I've got a feeling that its not possible to do this.
LEE

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X-Fi Platinum Multiple track record

??I have been doing a little reading on the forum for multiple track recording but I could not find anything specific enough for what i need. I have a Fostex digital recorder and i would like to either send out the multiple tracks of say a drum recording to multiple tracks on Majix Music Studio ten. I have been playing around with it but i cant find exactly what I need. Ideally I would like to use the ADAT format from a digital optical cable to bring in the individual wave files directly to the computer. But if?can find a better way or if sombody knows of a fairly inexpensi've digital mixer with at least 6 channels (any input preferably XLR). Also my recorder has SPDIF but only in a two track format. It also has MIDI outputs and inputs but so far I dont think I can use that?for controling my software and sending in multiple tracks. I know my program can do ASIO and WDM. But I dont know what inputs are assigned to what numbers. If any body can awnser any one of these questions please post. ASIO sounds great but how do I identify the track numbers to what input and can i input all the tracks from a digital input?Comp info:?Windows

W/ ASIO, you can record from as many sources as you get listed/selected separetley in ASIO input port list (meaning those w/ names like Line-In, S/PDIF-In, Mic-In, Aux-In since, there are many of those ports meant for internal routings (W-U-H)). I don't know if you can use S/PDIF and analog inputs simultaenously. Here are some detailed information for Creative ASIO drivers (for Audigy cards but ...) - http://forums.creative.com/creativelabs/board/message?board.id=profaudio&message.id=726
I think that Fostex is not very usable for you if you don't build a ADAT system over it. If you have the ADAT option in Fostex already available there and you can get 8 separate channels out from Fostex through it then you could get a soundcard which supports ADAT I/O (something like E-MU 22m ($99 atm.)) and record through Fostex into PC (though, A/D conversion quality Fostex does is propably not very good). Maybe you need more mic-preamps to record drums then too.
jutapaMessage Edited by jutapa on 0-5-200708:32 PM

Punch in & multiple tracks recording

I'm working with Logic Express for a few weeks now, and I need to know 2 things:
How can I make a punch in/out with Logic Express?
I worked with Adobe Audition, and I just needed to select the part of the track where the repair should be done, and play.
Now I just can't find out how it works with logic!
how can I record multiple tracks at the same time with my Tascam FW1082?, now I can only select 2 tracks for multiple record.....
Thanks!
Martin

As for "Punching in and out" i just loop the section that i wish to record over and BAM im done. You can use the magnifying glass to loop a certain area in detail or even use the loop markers on your Transport bar.
For multiple track recording press record and then shift+click the other tracks you want to record on.
Peace and Chicken Grease
Frisco

Cannot select Get Info for multiple tracks

I just updated to Lion 10.7.3 and iTunes 10.6.1 and imported my Leopard iTunes Library. I can Get Info on individual tracks but when I shift select or command select multiple tracks the iTunes window turns gray and nothing can be selected. iTunes just freezes until I press the Escape key. So far, everything else works as expected - the only problem is selecting multiple tracks (which worked fine for me on previous OS and iTunes versions).
I haven't found any reports of similar problems so maybe I'm doing it wrong.
Any suggestions?

I solved my own problem - the last time I used iTunes was on a two monitor system. I still have the second monitor connected but it was turned off and the iTunes Get Info window for MULTIPLE selected items was opening on the second monitor. When I did a Get Info on a single selection, the window appeared on the main monitor normally - behavior which never made me think that multiple items would show up in a different window on the turned off monitor.

Multiple track recording via Firewire

I want to record multiple tracks, (preferably as individual WAV files,) from a firewire equipped mixing desk which provides direct outputs from each channel via firewire.
Can Soundtrack, (not Pro,) allow me to do this? I'd like to lay down up to 24 tracks at a time if possible.
Normaly I edit on ProTools LE with a dual 2GHz G5, but for convenience I'd prefer to use a 12" iBook as I'd be on location. Am I correct in thinking that it would be fine for basic track laying?
LEE

Thanks Dave.
Tell me, do you know of file size importing limitations with Logic Express. The Digidesign people are telling me there is a 2Gb file limitation for importation into ProTools LE.
I was planning on backing up recording multiple WAV files on a Mackie hard disc multi-track recorder that creates separate mono WAV files for each track.
Snag is that I was hoping to hit record and leave it running for several hours - which could create WAV files that are quite sizable.
Either that or find a way to cut a WAV file into smaller pieces - but I've got a feeling that its not possible to do this.
LEE

Multiple Track recording without a firewire interface?

I have a unibody MacBook without firewire- I want to record two tracks in GarageBand simultaneously. I have a USB iMic, and would like to have one mic on the iMic and another on my built-in mic port to record both simultaneously for my podcast. Is it possible to do this? I have considered plugging two mics into a headphone splitter, however I would like the ability to manipulate each track individually, IE place effects on one and not the other. I have looked into the Alesis Multi-Mix 8 USB mixer and, however nice, is too expensive for my podcast budget- even used (~$200). Is there a plugin? Is there alternative software? Thanks. Scott

I have a USB iMic, and would like to have one mic on the iMic and another on my built-in mic port to record both simultaneously
create an aggregate device for them:
http://www.bulletsandbones.com/GB/Tutorials.html#allaboutaggregatedevices
however, note:
http://www.bulletsandbones.com/GB/GBFAQ.html#micline
(Let the page FULLY load. The link to your answer is at the top of your screen)

Multiple track recording nightmare

Hi there!
Just got a Macbook Pro (DuoCore 2.0 gHz, 1 gb RAM, 80 gB 5400 rpm HD) and tried recording 6 simultaneous tracks with a Firepod on a Firewire 400 connection. BUT, Cubase LE and GarageBand 3 have been doing the dorks since they give me this kind of error message "The program couldn't continue recording because the hard drive is too slow or the buffer size isn't sufficient. Try augmenting the buffer size or check the HD blablabla"
So, I checked the HD in the Disk Utility and it said that it was ok...Then, I augmented the buffer size to the maximum and downgraded the sample rate to 44.1 kHz at 24 bits and the message kept on appearing!
Please help me, because I am seriously planning on returning the Macbook to Apple if it can't deliver the performance we require.
Yves
Macbook Pro 2.0 gHz, 1 gb RAM Mac OS X (10.4.7)

Cubase LE and Garageband 3 were the only applications running at the moment and nothing but the Firepod was plugged in the Firewire...
The site founder of BigBlueLounge actually told me that my MBP should be more than able to handle the work...
(http://www.bigbluelounge.com/forums/viewtopic.php?p=261655#261655)
AppleCare time!
And the Firepod is doing some strange synching LED things right now (what's next?). Maybe I'm close to a solution...

Record to multiple tracks - no audio

I have a simple, 2-track project that I want to mix into one ("record audio to multiple tracks simultaneously"). I basically just need to ride levels on one track while the other track level stays static.
TK1: music
TK2: dialog
I then arm Tracks 3 and 4 to record and then I hit Record (CMD-R). When the :30 music bed is done playing thru and I listen back to the resulting audio on 3 and 4, I hear nothing.
I suspect there are issues with my settings in the Recording tab which are as follows:
Input: Built-in Input
Stereo
1 and 2 are selected and 3,4,5,6 are grayed out.
Monitor is set to "None"
Why am I not getting my recorded audio?
Thanks for tips!

I'm kind of confused as to what you are trying to do here.
Do you already have the two tracks in STP, and you need a mix of them? If so, you can just automate the levels with volume envelopes, then export the mix. (Make sure that submix 1 is set for stereo (1-2) not surround (1-6).)
If you're not trying to do that, what are you trying to do? When you record the built-in input, that means you are recording something which is connected to the built-in input on your mac. If the source you are trying to record is the software or other software on the mac, you can't do it with STP alone.
Hope this helps!

I record multiple tracks (3-5) from real instruments and vocals. I want to send these files to a collaborator to add more tracks to, but Garageband wants to mix these down (which I don't want). How can I send the multiple tracks files to my friend?

I record multiple tracks of real instruments and vocals wth Garage Band. I want to share the file with a collaborator so he can add another instrument or two. I have not found a way to do this without the process mixing down the tracks. I don't want them mixed down like when I send them to Itunes. Also I can't seem to just attach a file directly to an email for sending purposes. I thought I saw a method to do this with software instruments, but how do you do it with real instruments? I've tried every process on the "export" list to try to accomplish this, without success. Thanks for any breakthrough advice on this!

As isteveus said - for large projects uploading to a server would be best.
Also I can't seem to just attach a file directly to an email for sending purposes.
But for completeness's sake , you cou can mail a project, if you ctrl-click the project and use "Compress xxx.band". This will compress the project and create a zip file, that you can mail (if it is not too large). But ask your friend for the maximal file size allowed as a mail attachment.
But whichever method you use to share your project, be sure you include all loops and instruments, if your friend does not have the same JamPacks installed. You can bundle the loops into the project by saving it as an archive. "File > Save as" and check the "Archive Project" option.
If this option should be disabled, you can force it to become active by editing your project slightly. It is only available, if the project needs saving.
Regards
Léonie

HT1451 when editing info, how do i select multiple items to edit a group? For example, changing the artist name on multiple tracks at once?

when editing info, how do i select multiple items to edit a group? For example, changing the artist name on multiple tracks at once?

Same way you select multipl items anywhere else.
Hold ctrl and click the items you want.
If they are in consecutive order, click the 1st then Shift click the last.

Trying to record multiple tracks (24) in Garageband with 3 presonus firestudio devices daisy-chained together.

Please help !! I can record multiple tracks (8) on a single presonus firestudio, but now I'm trying to expand the number of tracks to 24 by daisy-chaining three firestudio devices.
The three units will sync up properly, and Garageband detects all of the input channels, but the recording doesn't pick up the input signals for the 2nd or 3rd device. It only picks up the signals from the first device. I read the manual and daisy-chained the devices by serial number (lowest to highest).
Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks

avotrans wrote:
I'm trying to expand the number of tracks to 24 by daisy-chaining three firestudio devices.
you'll need to create an aggregate device:
http://www.bulletsandbones.com/GB/GBFAQ.html#multipleaudiointerfaces
This FAQ entry offers a Minute GarageBand video tutorial
(Let the page FULLY load. The link to your answer is at the top of your screen)

Can I record multiple tracks simultaneously in v. 1.1?

Hey, I found some instructions online about how to record multiple tracks simultaneously in version 3, but I can't figure out how to do it in the old version I have, 1.1. Any help is appreciated. I'm crossing my fingers and hoping this feature wasn't implemented later. I have a two-mic setup for podcasts, and need to record both on diff. tracks.

Multi-track recording was added in v2
From STP 2 Manual - New Features:
Multitrack Recording
With Soundtrack Pro 2, you can record across multiple tracks in the Timeline. (This is limited only by your hardware setup.)
So, not available in v1
Have you tried Garageband?

How can I record multiple tracks simultaneously?

How can I record multiple tracks simultaneously? Or rather what hardware do I need to do this? I currently run guitars and mic into a PA and then the PA into Garageband. But this is just one track. I want to record the guitar as one track while simultaneously recording vocals as another track. What hardware do you suggest - keeping it affordable?

if you want to use your two chanel PA, pan 1 channel to the left, and the other to the right, and set one GB track to Mono 1 and the other to mono 2.
if you want better quality, any two channel interface will work:
http://www.bulletsandbones.com/GB/Interfaces.html

Multi Track Recording for a dummies (please help!)

Background:
I've tried to search these forums and others for an answer to this question, but there is almost too much info out there and a lot of it is pretty confusing (for example: http://www.bulletsandbones.com/GB/Tutorials/AggregateDevice.html )
The Goal:
My nephew would like to record multiple tracks of audio into Garage Band at the same time. For example, 4 people each singing at the same time. (by the way, he has a brand new MacBook).
Neither he nor I know much about music equipment these days, although I have some experience from the early 90s.
From what I can tell, there are 2 options:
1) Use a multi-track recorder.
Like this: http://www.zzounds.com/item--FOSMR8MKII ). First you record onto the included compact flash card, then you then you import each track into Garage Band (one track at a time?).
2) Record all 4 tracks directly into Garage Band.
Option 2 seems like the best for his needs, but we can't quite figure out what device is needed. Somewhere we read that we need a "4 track audio interface" but somewhere else someone said that an audio interface would mix all 4 tracks together into 1. I also have no idea who the best manufacturers are these days, etc. I don't even know enough to do a decent google search.
We're not looking for something top-of-the-line. Just something solid and reliable with decent sound quality. Hoping to keep it under $250. He knows he is going to have to dive in and really learn Garage Band, but we are hoping that there is something out there that is as close to plug-and-play as possible.
Any help would be greatly appreciated!

i can't help but ask: what did you not understand in that? it shows you step by step what to click, there really isn't anything to understand, just follow the steps.
Well, the title of my post does say "for dummies" (actually its says "for a dummies" - nice proof reading on my part).
But to answer your question (if you really want to know), its daunting for someone with zero point zero Garage Band experience. Put yourself in the position of someone with no Garage Band knowledge whatsoever. Then read that post. It assumes that the reader at least knows why they are on that page, as opposed to having stumbled onto it through some random google link. It doesn't actually say up front anywhere that this is for recording multiple tracks into Garage Band. In fact, none of the steps are done inside Garage Band - its in a utility called "Audio Midi Setup."
I am not saying that its poorly written, or unclear, I just didn't "get it" at first. Keep in mind that I am working in the dark here and trying to get up the learning curve as quickly as I can. This is all new stuff to me - and I am just trying to help out my nephew.
Now subsequent to my original post, I found a FAQ on that site and then found this: http://www.bulletsandbones.com/GB/Tutorials/RecordingMultipleTracks.html So now I understand that you can either use an "interface", or create this so called "aggregate device". Little by little its all falling into place. ( Also its seems like that is a really good site for Garage Band info. )
but somewhere else someone said that an audio interface would mix all 4 tracks together into 1.
that's a silly thing to say, it depends on the interface, the one linked to above will record to separate tracks.
Again, I am stumbling around in the dark. Cut me some slack. How was I supposed to know that something someone else wrote was silly?
But MOST importantly, you did give me a link to a device that will do what he wants, the Alesis MultiMix 8 USB. Thank You!!! Now if we could find one that's a little cheaper I'd really be in business.

How to do one comp on multiple tracks..

I may be missing the an obvious feature, but I can't work out how to apply the same comp to multiple tracks. I.e. I record an instrument with more then one mic and am left with several tracks of the same take however from different microphone and positions. I then comp the best take, however I want my comp to be the same on each of the individual tracks. Please could someone help?
Regards,
t

I believe I may have answered this before, but anyway: the trick is to make the tracks part of the same group. In the group settings, chose only Regions selection (Edit). Now, when you edit one track, the other tracks in the same group will follow.
Hope this helped!
Juhani

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