Hiss in GB3

Hello all,
I just got my MBP a few days ago. heres the setup....
2.16 ghz
2 gigs ram
15 inch screen
100 hd @ 7200 rpms
think that contains everything you might need to help with the problem.
I am trying to record my guitar in GB3. I have the 1/4" to 1/8" converter cable made by monster. It is the one suggested in the recording your guitar online seminars.
I switched to a real instrument and the line-in instead of the built in mic. I am plugging the monster cable into the audio line in. I have experimented with different amp sims and EQs and basically they only way I can get rid of the hiss is by killing the volume completely. The hiss is present with all the amp sims.
Please help
Thank-you
Mac OS X (10.4.7)

Unfortunately, the direct line in with guitar method is not the best audio quality, then when you add an amp sim or any form of gain it will amplify the noise that is already there. The only thing you can do with what you have already is to use the gate. That won't remove the noise, but it will cut off the sound below a set volume level.
Otherwise, I would suggest dumping the Monster cable converter and getting a digital interface.
Good luck and welcome to the forum.
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