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inSync Tech Tips cover over 4,800 music and audio topics spanning 15 years of technological development. Look here to find answers to your tech questions, cool tips and tools for making music, and more.

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Mar 4, 2009, 12:00 AM

Levels When Tracking Audio

Q: How hot should my levels be when I am tracking into my DAW? I’ve heard I should make the tracks as loud as possible without clipping. A:... Read more »
Mar 3, 2009, 12:00 AM

MP3 and PT

Q: How do I install the MP3 Option for Pro Tools 8? A: The MP3 Option for Pro Tools is a paid option; in addition to the installer, you’ll need... Read more »
Mar 2, 2009, 12:00 AM

Buffers and Latency

Most DAWs use buffers to help handle incoming and/or outgoing audio data. The size of those buffers can impact the amount of latency the system... Read more »
Feb 27, 2009, 12:00 AM

Proper A/B Test Etiquette

As musicians, engineers, and producers, we’re constantly comparing things with our ears – two overdrive pedals, two takes of a vocal, the sound... Read more »
Feb 26, 2009, 12:00 AM

PT LE Versions

Q: Are there any differences among the versions of Pro Tools LE that are included with the different Mboxes or the 003? A: No. The exact same... Read more »
Feb 25, 2009, 12:00 AM

Standby Etiquette

Q: I’ve read in forums that it really isn’t necessary to use the standby switch on a tube guitar amp if the high voltage in the amp is less than... Read more »
Feb 24, 2009, 12:00 AM

Rebiasing after changing preamp tubes

Q: I’ve read that I can substitute 12au7 or 12at7 preamp tubes for the 12ax7 tubes in my Fender Hot Rod Deluxe guitar amp. Do I need to have the... Read more »
Feb 23, 2009, 12:00 AM

Speaker Impedance

Remember that when you connect speakers together, the impedance changes. When you connect speakers in series, the impedances add. (An 8-ohm... Read more »
Feb 20, 2009, 12:00 AM

Audio Hard Drive Maintenance

Many experts recommend periodically reformatting your audio hard drive to keep it operating at its best. To do this, you’ll need a second drive... Read more »
Feb 19, 2009, 12:00 AM

Hot Rod Speakers

Q: Can I use an extension speaker with my Fender Hot Rod Deluxe amplifier without using the built-in speaker? A: Yes, in fact, there are three... Read more »

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