How to plug an electric guitar

I tried plugging it directly into an audio in port, but there is feedback regardless of the procedures recommended by Garage Band.

Have you looked into an audio interface?
Here is an affordable quality option http://www.apogeedigital.com/products/jam.php
Cheers

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How do I plug an electric guitar into my imace to use garage band

I'm a beginner. What do I need to buy and or download to plug my electric guitar into the imac?

Most online reviews give just about any apogee product a good name. Especially the jam and duet lines. Before you buy product make sure you evaluate exactly what you will need out of it. Will you always be recording just guitar tracks, or eventually want to record more than 2 tracks simultaneously? If you stick to purely 2-track most people say apogee sound is one of the best.
I personally own a different interface (FTU by Maudio) but mostly because I wanted up to 4 tracks at same time for live and studio recordings. It's an ok product but probably falls short of the apogee quality. Think about exactly what you want from your setup and price range. It's all a delicate balance of compromise from there...

Is there some sort of adapter that i can use to plug my electric guitar into, so that i can record music into garage band?

Is there some sort of adapter that i can use to plug my electric guitar into, so that i can record music into garage band?

Probably but for that kind of expertise I would ask the experts in the GarageBand forum.

What do I need to plug an electric guitar into my iMac?

I understand basically that there may be some 1/4" to mini cable, or that there are USB or Firewire devices?

1/8" stereo jack to 1/4" stereo
optimum is 1/4" mono as i posted above, but that should work
Or would there be an advantage to something like a Monster iStudioLink cable?
it's nothing but an expensive adapter
I'm not looking to do anything professionally and was hoping for something under (even well under) $100.
for the few dollars, it's worth a try, if the adapter doesn't work, then look at an interface.

What is required to plug my electric guitar into my MacBook Pro?

Can anybody shade some light on my question?

This is EXACTLY what you want
http://us.focusrite.com/usb-audio-interfaces/scarlett-2i2/key-features
$150, Ive got one and love it, I use mine also for connecting high priced mics to my Macbook.

Recording My Electric Guitar - Sorry New

Greetings.
I'm sorry for the very easy question. But I was wondering how I go about plugging my electric guitar into my computer/ Remote 25SL Compact Keyboard Controller. Any answers will be greatly appreciated.

Brandon - I go DIRECT - no interface - on an Imac this works fine - on a Macbook I'm not sure as a lot of MB owners claim their levels are way too low - mine sounds awesome. I had an M-Audio Audio Buddy and also a Fasttrack USB thing too but wound up sellin' em (actually traded the Fasttrack to another guitar player for a Pedal I wanted). You can also use any Multi-Effects Pedal as an Interface and a lot of regular single pedals too - Just a cable from your guitar to the pedal and out of that into your Mac using a small 1/4" -> 1/8" adaptor (Radio Shack - $4.00). I've used a Zoom G2 into my Mac, a Digitech Pedal and now am using a Korg AX5G Multi-Effects Pedal (sometimes). I also use Amplitube 2 and Guitar Rig 3 software so I set everything clean as it can get and let the software do the work of adding effects, distortion, etc. Even Guitar Amp Pro which omes with Logic is great. People swear I have a full stack hiding behind my computer desk somewhere... I also picked up 2 used Fender Frontman 15R's to use as computer speakers - they sound wicked! Once you get up and running - start learning about IMPULSE RESPONSES - they are AMAZING for computer guitar-playing... a good place to start learning is:
http://www.guitarampmodeling.com/index.php
Space Designer can load impulses or you can use a free plug-in called LA Convolver. Basically you have to turn off the CABS (speakers) in any Amp Sim (GR 3, AT 2, etc.) and load the impulses of REAL CABS - there are literally hundreds of great ones on that site to download and a great section for learning about IMPULSES too. If you need to - email me [email protected] - I'm in JAX so we're close !

Turn an electric guitar into a bass guitar with garage band?

I'm a teenage DAW (is that the right term? A non-commercial person who uses software instead of hardware to record and mix?) and I am currently in the process of making my own cover for a song and writing my own songs. My questions are about an electric guitar (Ibanez Artcore AF75TDG) and amp (Roland Cube 30x). I am using a 17 inch MacBook pro. I also am using a USB M-audio MobilePre audio interface for my recording. I plug my acoustic guitar directly into the audio interface (I'm a bad boy... I need a DI box) and I have an OK mic for the amp I'm using (I would use one of the really BOSS condenser mics my dad bought, but I dont have mic cables in the house). I also have an M-audio "Key Studio" MIDI controller at my disposal. My questions are about the use of GarageBand:
1) How (hypothetically) do I plug my electric guitar into my MacBook Pro to take advantage of all the built-in amps in the software? Do I just create the track as an "Electric Guitar" track and plug into the audio interface normally?
2) I can do a bass line with my MIDI controller, but I want to try making my electric guitar sound like a bass guitar. Is there some way to do that? Like run the guitar through a software bass amp in GarageBand?
Please answer any way you like. If there is anything you think I need, please tell me. I can borrow equipment from my church (such as mic cables or SM57 mics, our DI boxes are pretty much shot now, but are still useable) if need be.
Thanks all.

Most online reviews give just about any apogee product a good name. Especially the jam and duet lines. Before you buy product make sure you evaluate exactly what you will need out of it. Will you always be recording just guitar tracks, or eventually want to record more than 2 tracks simultaneously? If you stick to purely 2-track most people say apogee sound is one of the best.
I personally own a different interface (FTU by Maudio) but mostly because I wanted up to 4 tracks at same time for live and studio recordings. It's an ok product but probably falls short of the apogee quality. Think about exactly what you want from your setup and price range. It's all a delicate balance of compromise from there...

How Can I Make a Guitar Cover Video?

I'm not sure if this is possible to do but how can I do this?
I want to basically record a video of me playing my electric guitar with a song.
I have a cable that allows me to plug my electric guitar into my MBP, and GarageBand let's me use the computer as an amp (with all the effects etc.). My MBP has the built-in iSight.
So I need the video to have the actual song playing (mp3), my guitar playing (audio), and my guitar playing (video).
Is there any easy way to do this? If so, how? Thanks!

drop the mp3 into the GB timeline, create a New Basic Track for your guitar recording, and use iMovie to record the video.
you can then solo your guitar track in GB and export it. import that into your iMovie project to replace whatever audio its recorded (check in the iMovie forum for the exact method for doing that)
it would be wise to clap your hands together loudly after you start recording to easily sync up the audio and video portions

Noob GB 2011 questions re: plugging in a guitar

I'm starting to play around with the lessons and artist lessons on GB. I am a million years from wanting to record or mix anything.
While I have a nice amp, I am interested in using the built-in amps in GB both for fun as well as to make it easier to practice with the lessons.
I went to radio shack and bought a 1/4" to 1/8" converter (stereo, I think. No mono in stock) and plugged that in to my MacBook Pro. After playing around with various combinations of settings, I finally got a sound out. I did have to turn the master, gain and every dial way up.
Problem is, sometimes I hear the guitar, sometimes I don't. Sometimes there is a second of delay between my strumming and hearing the sound. Sometimes, chords get amplified, but single notes do not. Is this due to the choice of amp and amp settings?
Is the way I have connected the guitar not right? Do I need something like a MXL iBooster?
Right now, it seems a lot easier to use my regular amp. But being a Machead, I want to make it work

As you have noticed correctly, just plugging an electric guitar into the Mac normally doesn't lead to stellar results - the level of an unamplified guitar is just not high enough to provide a good signal. You'll be much better off if you bring the signal up, with a pre-amp, a mixing console, or an audio interface.
http://www.bulletsandbones.com/GB/FAQPages/PlugInGuitar.html
As for your other problems: hard to diagnose from afar. GB does tend to have a lot of latency, see this entry for tips to reduce it:
http://www.bulletsandbones.com/GB/FAQPages/Optimize.html
If your signal is cutting out completely, I can only assume that your connection is faulty in some way.

Electric Guitar

Is it possible to plug an electric guitar straight into a MacBook Pro and record onto GarageBand?
Thanks,
Angie

Hi Angie,
My friend tried out this guitar cable that they sell in amazon:
http://www.amazon.com/Griffin-Technology-GarageBand-Guitar-Cable/dp/B0002VRP8C/r ef=pdbbs_sr1?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1197320750&sr=8-1
I believe it will work fine. One thing to keep in mind is that if you are considering the link above be careful not to fry the computers audio board because an amp has a lot of electricity coming out if it is shooting a lot of volume.
Hope you find this helpful,
Vicente.

Click track bleed through on electric guitar parts

Hello, I have been getting bleed from the click track onto my live guitar tracks. Probably something simple that I need to adjust.
Any ideas?
Thanks

Hi
Plug your electric guitar into an amp. Turn it up. Sing directly at the guitar top (where a pickup is).
See Jónsi of Sigur Ros fame do this on stage here ... http://tinyurl.com/29jkbag
If the click track is playing loud enough to hear over the music, then a guitar pickup will pick it up. Especially a hollow body electric.
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I need the Pink Floyd sound effect for electric guitar

Can anyone please tell me how to setup the electric guitar effects to sound like David Gilmour's from Pink Floyd. Thank in advance.

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Two questions about electric guitars

I am 17 and looking to learn to play an electric guitar. Which guitar should I get? I don't have any equipment at the moment except some picks. Any guitar price is fine under $1,000
One of my friends had a device that was about 7in by 5 in and about the shape of a square. He plugged his electric guitar and a pair of headphones into this device. The sound of the guitar came through the headphones so all I heard was the sound of the strings. Sort of like watching someone play electric drums. I can't always be playing so this would be a nice item. What is this device and where can I find it? Sorry if this question is noobish .

As far as your first guitar goes, there ultimately isn't a right or wrong choice but it's nice to get something that will actually last you a while. Fender Mexican Made Standard Stratocasters are versatile guitars that can be used in all types of music settings. You can pick one up for under $500 including a gig bag to carry it around in. This leaves plenty of money in the budget to buy an amplifier, stand, strap, tuner, cable, and any other extra's you might need. I have a lake placid blue Standard Strat in my collection with a rosewood neck and a sparkle pick guard...It shimmers real nice when you throw some bright lights on it or play it outside.
In regards to the portable guitar jamming device the Line 6 Pod 2.0 would be a pretty neat preamp solution because it can emulate so many different amplifiers. You'd be jamming in your headphones in no time.
Check it out: Line 6 Pod
Best of luck!
-Alex

How can i get the best sound from my electric guitar?

Hello,
I'm new to the Apple forums. I have come seeking some knowledge about how I can make my guitar sound really good like a metal/rock sound while at the same time not sounding unnaturally distorted but clean.
I have a Macbook Air with a Griffin iMic. I have tried some of built in presets for metal/rock but they are either too noisy (background hiss) or they arn't rock like enough. I like the metal ones but they have too much hiss and it ruins my recordings (sounds like a jumbled mess in the end...)
I'm not only new to the forums, but i'm also new to electric guitar and peddles. I'm certainly not new to guitar itself though, been playing for 7 years. What I really seek is what kind of settings I can have like a combination of the best amp model + pedals along with settings or effects to apply to it.
Thanks in advance, I hope i provided enough info.
Kris

Linkandzelda wrote:
I have a 1/8 to 1/4 adapter which i plug directly into the iMic. So theres no preamp involved, yet.
You can by pass the iMic by using the same adaptor and plugging straight into the Line in on your mac. Try it and see if there is a difference in your sound.
Regarding settings, I was able to develop one which has minimal noise levels but also some distortion. I will defiantly experiment more...
Yeah, the key is to start with as clean a sound as possible and then add in little bits. Start adding with a Chorus effect first, then maybe a slight delay. Try all of your setting with both strumming and picking, both fast and slow, as you often have to match your playing technique with how the effects are set up. Then add Fuzz/Distortion etc. Once you have done that then reverse the set up sequence by starting with the major signal modifiers like Distortion etc and add the chorus, flanger, phasers after. These sorts of strategies can change the way things sound. Don't forget a bit of reverb.
The key is to start simple with mild alterations. Also, find a few guitar sounds you like from your favorite songs where you can hear good clear guitar sounds. Maybe create a playlist in iTunes and use these as a reference to compare between what you like and what you are creating. This A-B'ing will go along way to helping you develop your 'taste'. Its great to hear things side by side.
Goggle each of the guitar effects and learn what they do, make a few simple notes as a reference. Basically educate yourself.
and invest in a M-Audio Fast track 2 as i suspect the griffin is causing the noise.
Personally I would recommend something a bit better than the M-Audio Fast Track USB. The quality of your recorded sound is dependent on the sound converters in your external devices. I am not sure there is any advantage over your built in sound card verses the Fast Track. There are other things to consider with sound cards so it pays to do some planning and research.

How do I connect an Electric guitar to a Mac by Firewire?

Please forgive my lack of technical knowledge, I don't play guitar so the terminology is way beyond me. I am trying to find the best (and economical as in value for money) way to connect a guitar to an Intel Mac mini via Firewire port.
My daughter is getting an electric guitar for Christmas (Cort MGM-1) and a Roland Cube amp. She's been playing acoustic for five years already and is very good on guitar (now studying Grade 4). She will most likely want to record her guitar playing into software on the Mac, and I wondered what the experts here would recommend as being worth looking at.
Apple has a few pages given over to this here
http://www.apple.com/pro/techniques/connectingguitar/
which mentions using analogue via the mic input, or digital using an "interface" but the problem I find is they only recommend USB connections, and these are pretty expensive anyway. Still, if that's the price, so be it. I would prefer to use Firewire over USB every time, if possible.
The Roland website says you can connect the guitar directly to the Mac with a cable from the amp, but threads I have read and help I have so far received on a Mac magazine forum indicate the need for a separate "audio interface" and others talk of needing a pre-amp. I am getting confused! Is the Roland amp not also a pre-amp.interface itself?
My budget is pretty low now too (actually it's been exceeded, but I'm aware of the "Buy cheap, buy twice" argument and want to think ahead. Her sister plays Flute and Clarinet and they both sing, if that is any help.
I know there are some really professional and top grade experts on this forum, and I would welcome your suggestions, recommendations and opinions. Please help me work out what to do!
TIA

Thanks a lot to everyone for such a wide range of ideas. I've spent most of the day researchng them, and it is confusing. Now we have a number of options that also include software, eg ProTools or Cubase LE 4 or Ableton or some other program. That means even more research! And won't that double up what we are already doing with Garage Band or Logic? SOrry, I'm just a poor Sax player used to playing the dots, unamplified!
One big reason to go with Firewire (apart from its just better anyway) is the USB ports are pretty full on the Mac IIRC but the Firewire is totally unused.
As for plugging the cable straight in the back of the Mac into the Analog In port, that would only allow a single stereo input or two mono ones, and that could be limiting. I agree though that it would allow for something to be done pretty immediately.
I liked the Shure mic recommendation, I hadn't thought of that but it was extremely useful information which was great for you to add in. Very wise advice. Not sure if its a condensor mic or not, and not really sure why a condensor mic is supposed to be better. They are more expensive though but nothing in this world should be acquired because of price alone IMO; sometimes the minimum cost of something really useful is higher than just the minimum cost of purchase.
When I get one of these interfaces, where in the daisy chain should it be placed?
Guitar - Amp - Interface - Mac
OR
Guitar - Interface - Mac
OR
Guitar - Interface - Amp - Mac
or doesn't it matter?
If it is placed in the chain, should the amp effects be restricted to "Clean" leaving the interface or the software to do the effects, or can you change settings in as many places as wanted? I am guessing this is only a question when connecting to the Mac?
Sorry to ask so many questions, as you can see, I am getting hold of bits of ideas here and there, but there are still big gaps in my understanding. You've all brought me forwards a lot since this morning, I owe you all a great big thank you!
To sum up (please correct me where I am wrong or incomplete) what I am looking for then is an Analog to Digital converter with a Firewire (or USB perhaps) connection to the computer. These come in different flavours, often with "free" software, and can add effects in the computer just like some amps can. They all cost something like £100 to £200 upwards (same price as the amp really) and are in effect "amps for the computer" - or is that totally wrong?
As I said, I value your input and corrections.
TIA

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