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greetings. i have a laptop that has 5400 rpm, i wanna record multiple tracks simutaneously, will i go through latency problems? if so, what options are there for me to prevent them? thank you.
Hey Tim, I record 8 tracks simultaneously on my Macbook Pro with no problems & it's running a 5400 RPM HD, so I don't think it should be too much of a problem. That being said, you shouldn't expect to produce full blown 24 track productions from the laptop either. What I do is I track the band live on the laptop, then transfer the files to my G5 for overdubs/effects/mixdown. You'll have to play around with it a bit to see what kind of track count you can expect. Start at 24 bit, 44K & go as far as you can with a test project, (Overdubs, FX, mixing etc) so you get to know the limitations of your system & then if you need a higher track count, you can try switching to 16 bit. You won't have the headroom of 24, but it will definitely increase HD performance. Hope that helps, if you need anything else just drop me a line.
Peace - J.
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Jason Fryer
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I specialize in Macintosh recording systems on OS X & am well versed in most of the available software titles relative to the platform. I can answer most questions about home recording in general such as: Mic placement, recording/mixing/mastering techniques, control room set up, acoustics & acoustical treatment & choosing the right equipment for specific recording applications. I do not answer PC related questions, or questions pertaining CD/DVD copying or ripping.
URL: River CIty Junction
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I have been working in studios for over 20 years both as a recurring artist playing on my own recordings & as a session musician, engineer & producer. I run a Mac based studio from my home, use mostly Logic or Garageband. I'll use Garageband for writing & Pre-Prod & move the project over to Logic afterwards. I also have experience using Pro Tools, Digital Performer, Ableton Live & many others. My preferences are Logic & Pro Tools & as such my area of expertise is focussed in these two apps. I'm also an IT guy, sysadmin & electronics technician so can help with technical questions relating to studio operation & maintenance.
Organizations
River CIty Junction (Guitarist)
Education/Credentials
Musician's Professional Workshop Scholarship (CHOM FM)
Vanier College (Classical Music - Guitar)
Herzing Institute (Micro-Computer Electronics)
Have taken numerous online courses in recording/engineering
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