 Audio Interface - Do I Need One? |
 Tue 6 Apr 2010, 21:35
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Hi all,
Having recently migrated from PC to Mac, everything is going well and I'm very happy with my system. I'm wondering if it's worth upgrading from the built in core audio in my iMac to an external audio interface.I won't be doing much in the way of recording although the option to plug in a mic or single instrument would be nice. The main reason I'm thinking of making a purchase is because Cubase 5 seems to "choke" from time to time and I get period of silence when audio should be playing. The performance meter isn't maxing out so I'm guessing it's audio subsystem. Does anyone have any advice? Cheers, Terry |
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Wed 7 Apr 2010, 09:32
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hello Terry
While the built-in analog audio is ok for youtube and it's possible to make a digital connection to surround/hometheater amps, go for a dedicated interface for music and audio production. Even if its more on a hobby level. Reasons: they are designed for this with regards to interfacing with the software - higher throughput, less latency and higher audio quality. Most have a mic-preamp and often a hi-z input for recording guitars straight in. It might appear the market is a djungle of budget stereo in/output interfaces, but I think you'd be wise to go with one of the etablished names. M-audio, the apogee 'one' or 'duet', maybe one of edirol's. Look up forums on the applications you use and see what other users are (or not!) happy with. |
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shodan_uk Audio Interface - Do I Need One? Tue 6 Apr 2010, 21:35
houstonmusic I'll second that. even a modest financial out... Wed 7 Apr 2010, 16:24 shodan_uk Thanks for the advice, guys.
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