Switching from stereo to mono...

is there a way i can switch from stereo to mono for recording volcals in garageband?if so...how??thanx much

In the Track Info window where you select your instrument or preset, you can also select the channel through which you record - either one channel (mono) or two (stereo). Set it to one channel.

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