Re: What Audio Interface do you use? on: January 16, 2012, 04:09
I create all my loops in Cubase and mix them down into mp3. I trigger them from my iTunes or iPod. I mix all my drums right and synths/effects left, that way I'm able to give the sound guy a little more control.
Our church doesn't have in ears, so it makes it challenging for me when I create my loops. I have to come up with creative ways to keep the band on time without always have a click going. Sometimes it's an arpeggiated synth, or just a kick drum, or a high hat rhythm, but something's always gotta be going.
Another reason I like mixing to mp3 is that it makes it easy to give loops to the other worship band's in our church. I'm the only one that knows how to do this kind of stuff, but the other band's want to use my loops. If it's as easy as pressing play on an mp3, they can easily use loops in their band without having to have piles of gear or learn any new programs.
Re: What Audio Interface do you use? on: March 1, 2012, 05:44
Quote from jeremylalk@gmail.com on January 6, 2012, 14:52
I'm looking for an interface too as I would love to incorporate the LIW Textures pack. But every interface I've seen is XLR in and 1/4 in. out. Are there any interfaces that can run Ableton software with a USB in and multiple XLR outs? Is everyone just running the 1/4 in. outs?
Don't worry about an interface with XLR outs.
First, they are very hard to find.
Second, you don't need them. The 1/4" outputs on an interface are balanced. A DI basically converts unbalanced to a balanced signal. An interface doesn't need that conversion. Get a couple TRS 1/4" to XLR cables. Your signal will now be a line level instead of mic level but that just means you won't have to use a pre amp on the other end to gain it back up. Everyone wins.
As far as interfaces. I have used a ton. Everything from Profire 2626 to fast track pro, digi002, mbox2 etc. Hands down the most stable interfaces for Mac are MOTU. I LOVE them. Well worth the money. I have a 2408 at home. Traveler for the big set-up and an Ultralite for the road. Never a glitch, never a problem, never unrecognized.
Re: What Audio Interface do you use? on: April 11, 2012, 02:35
Quote from scott.dugan on March 1, 2012, 05:44
Quote from jeremylalk@gmail.com on January 6, 2012, 14:52
I'm looking for an interface too as I would love to incorporate the LIW Textures pack. But every interface I've seen is XLR in and 1/4 in. out. Are there any interfaces that can run Ableton software with a USB in and multiple XLR outs? Is everyone just running the 1/4 in. outs?
Don't worry about an interface with XLR outs.
First, they are very hard to find.
Second, you don't need them. The 1/4" outputs on an interface are balanced. A DI basically converts unbalanced to a balanced signal. An interface doesn't need that conversion. Get a couple TRS 1/4" to XLR cables. Your signal will now be a line level instead of mic level but that just means you won't have to use a pre amp on the other end to gain it back up. Everyone wins.
As far as interfaces. I have used a ton. Everything from Profire 2626 to fast track pro, digi002, mbox2 etc. Hands down the most stable interfaces for Mac are MOTU. I LOVE them. Well worth the money. I have a 2408 at home. Traveler for the big set-up and an Ultralite for the road. Never a glitch, never a problem, never unrecognized.
I would always try and use a Direct Box whenever possible. They give you the option to pad the sound coming from your interface (make it louder or softer depending on the type of direct box) and also give you a ground lift which is a must. This will help cut down on noise caused by electrical issues. You may be able to get by without a Direct box but it's a risky bet. Especially if you ever desire to change venues. Not until we get till heaven will a church stage ever be wired properly! Every lighting guy ever always screws up the audio circuit with their lights. Hope this helps!
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on: January 16, 2012, 04:09
I create all my loops in Cubase and mix them down into mp3. I trigger them from my iTunes or iPod. I mix all my drums right and synths/effects left, that way I'm able to give the sound guy a little more control.
Our church doesn't have in ears, so it makes it challenging for me when I create my loops. I have to come up with creative ways to keep the band on time without always have a click going. Sometimes it's an arpeggiated synth, or just a kick drum, or a high hat rhythm, but something's always gotta be going.
Another reason I like mixing to mp3 is that it makes it easy to give loops to the other worship band's in our church. I'm the only one that knows how to do this kind of stuff, but the other band's want to use my loops. If it's as easy as pressing play on an mp3, they can easily use loops in their band without having to have piles of gear or learn any new programs.
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on: March 1, 2012, 05:44
Don't worry about an interface with XLR outs.
First, they are very hard to find.
Second, you don't need them. The 1/4" outputs on an interface are balanced. A DI basically converts unbalanced to a balanced signal. An interface doesn't need that conversion. Get a couple TRS 1/4" to XLR cables. Your signal will now be a line level instead of mic level but that just means you won't have to use a pre amp on the other end to gain it back up. Everyone wins.
As far as interfaces. I have used a ton. Everything from Profire 2626 to fast track pro, digi002, mbox2 etc. Hands down the most stable interfaces for Mac are MOTU. I LOVE them. Well worth the money. I have a 2408 at home. Traveler for the big set-up and an Ultralite for the road. Never a glitch, never a problem, never unrecognized.
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on: April 11, 2012, 02:35
I would always try and use a Direct Box whenever possible. They give you the option to pad the sound coming from your interface (make it louder or softer depending on the type of direct box) and also give you a ground lift which is a must. This will help cut down on noise caused by electrical issues. You may be able to get by without a Direct box but it's a risky bet. Especially if you ever desire to change venues. Not until we get till heaven will a church stage ever be wired properly! Every lighting guy ever always screws up the audio circuit with their lights. Hope this helps!
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