Two Mics using Audio Buddy and Fast Track Interface

Hey,
the problem i am having is that i am trying to have both mics being used to record at the same time. both are plugged into the AudioBuddy pre-amp, which is plugged into the fast track interface, which is connected to the computer. in logic, i have two different audio tracks opened, one with input one, and the other with input two, but i can only get pick-up from one mic. suggestions?
thanks

NewSouth wrote:
Hey,
the problem i am having is that i am trying to have both mics being used to record at the same time. both are plugged into the AudioBuddy pre-amp, which is plugged into the fast track interface, which is connected to the computer. in logic, i have two different audio tracks opened, one with input one, and the other with input two, but i can only get pick-up from one mic. suggestions?
thanks
Are you getting signal at the Audio Buddy (green leds both light up)?
On the Fast Track interface, I see only ONE mic input and ONE 1/4" input. In their website, I see that it is a SWITCHABLE INPUT.
http://www.m-audio.com/products/en_us/FastTrackUSB.html
" switchable instrument/line input (1/4”) "
This means you can only record ONE input at a time, not both at the same time.
You will need a larger interface in order to record two or more signals at once.
Cheers

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