Dual Outputs with Fireface UCX?
Q: Is there a way to send the same stereo signal to two pairs of outputs on the RME Fireface UCX at the same time? I need to route the same... Read more »
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Feb 23, 2012, 12:00 AM
Feb 22, 2012, 12:00 AM
“1” 2-1176 Ratio?
Q: The Universal Audio 2-1176 seems to offer all of the same features and sound as a pair of 1176s, but I noticed a difference. On the Ratio... Read more »
Feb 21, 2012, 12:00 AM
Difference Between a Limiter and a Compressor?
Q: What is the difference between a limiter and a compressor? A: In practice, the big difference is the ratio used. Limiters use much higher... Read more »
Feb 20, 2012, 12:00 AM
Fireface UCX and Bus Power
Q: I watched the Sweetwater Minute video Mitch Gallagher did on the RME Fireface UCX, and I think that is the perfect interface for me. But I... Read more »
Feb 17, 2012, 12:00 AM
1/4-inch Mic Input
Q: A stand-alone recorder I am using has 1/4-inch inputs that are labeled “Mic/Line.” Can I really plug a microphone into these? Do I need a... Read more »
Feb 16, 2012, 12:00 AM
BAX to the Rescue
Think that an analog “shaping” EQ like the Dangerous Music BAX is only good for the stereo bus during mixdown or for mastering? Think again!... Read more »
Feb 15, 2012, 12:00 AM
Cool Tool: Fostex HP-P1
Want audiophile performance from your iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch? Then you want the Fostex HP-P1. The HP-P1 is a 32-bit digital-to-analog... Read more »
Feb 14, 2012, 12:00 AM
Novation Automap Uninstall
If you find that you must uninstall Novation’s Automap software from your computer for some reason (we’re not sure why you would), here’s a... Read more »
Feb 13, 2012, 12:00 AM
Big String Tuner
Q: I’m using one of my guitars for a lot of very low tunings (almost like a baritone guitar) and I want to use heavy strings so I can have good... Read more »
Feb 10, 2012, 12:00 AM
Best Tape for Securing Cables
Q: Someone told me duct tape is not great for taping down cables and other stage items. What should I use? A: Ah, the handyman’s not-so-secret... Read more »