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How to Connect a Mixer to Garage Band

GarageBand is a digital audio workstation (DAW) that is included with the Apple iLife software package. Although GarageBand allows users to record one track at a time with the computer's built-in microphone, more serious audio engineers connect USB and FireWire preamps to simultaneously record to multiple tracks. This allows engineers to mix and apply effects to multiple audio signals captured in a single performance during post-production.

Things You'll Need

  • USB or FireWire cable
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Instructions

    • 1

      Insert the USB or FireWire cable into USB or FireWire port on the rear panel of the mixer.

    • 2

      Insert the other end of the USB or FireWire cable into the USB or FireWire port on the computer.

    • 3

      Locate the GarageBand icon on the computer's hard drive. Double-click the icon to open GarageBand.

    • 4

      Click "GarageBand" and select "Preferences."

    • 5

      Click the "Audio/MIDI" tab to open the Audio/MIDI control panel.

    • 6

      Open the "Audio Input" drop-down menu and select the USB or FireWire device from the list to connect it to GarageBand.

    • 7

      Click "X" to close the Audio/MIDI control panel.

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