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Old 01-05-2007, 07:03 PM
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Default Slight delay while recording

When I record (using the sound card in my macbook), i get a very slight delay.. like half a second or less.. but it still throws off the timing and everything.. what could be causing this, and how can it be fixed?
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Default Re: Slight delay while recording

It's called latency. I thought Macs were supposed to have inherently low latency. You might find something in sound settings in your sequencer that allows you to change the buffer settings to reduce latency during recording. Other than that, I'm not really sure what to suggest. A firewire/USB audio interface might help to get latency down to a manageable level... the same, as an alternative might offer direct monitoring - that bypasses your computer while you record allowing you to hear back immediately what is getting captured without any processing.
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Default Re: Slight delay while recording

What program are you recording into? Might want to check the 'Buffer Settings' too. I get latency recording at 512 and above
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Default Re: Slight delay while recording

If you are using a stock soundcard, I'd ditch it and get something better.

http://www.recordingreview.com/soundcard/

You may also want to check out:
Home Recording Computers: Clicks, Pops, and Latency

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