 Is A Preamp Necessary?, Using Garageband, Midisport, keyboard |
 Mon 19 Apr 2004, 18:48
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I have a PowerBook G4, Midisport 2x2, and a MIDI keyboard. When I record the keyboard as a software instrument track on GarageBand, I get a barely-audible sound on playback, even with the keyboard's volume turned up. The loops that come with GarageBand have a much brighter, richer sound. I know a preamp could provide a boost before the signal goes to the computer. But is it necessary? If so, can someone recommend a decent preamp at a decent price?
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Tue 20 Apr 2004, 19:10
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have you gone to the /Application/Utilities folder and opened the audio setup for mac os x and turned up your input volume?
happy recording, editbrain |
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Tue 20 Apr 2004, 20:41
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I don't think a preamp is even applicable in this situation.
I am assuming the software is generating the sound not the keyboard. In which case an external preamp would be pointless. Preamps are typically used with Microphones, guitars, and synths that actually churning out sound. If you are using Garageband try switching software instruments, raising the track level, or reading the manual. -------------------- Ableton Live 4.1
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Wed 21 Apr 2004, 05:20
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 265 Joined: 05-Dec 03 From: Memphis - US Member No.: 30,424 |
my bad. i totally misunderstood this issue. oops
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