Hi Tyler,



This channel labeling in Sonar would be normal when the Multimix is using ASIO drivers (which Sonar seems to run better under). The channels are paired together so channel 1 will include channels 1 and 2, channel 3 includes channels 2 and 4, and so on. So if you have an input connected to channels 1 and 2 on the Multimix, you would be able to get a stereo mix sent into a track in Sonar.



Unfortunately the Multimix firewire is not yet Vista compatible. We strive to make all of our products compatible with as many operating systems as possible. As with any major OS upgrade, Microsoft's Windows Vista presents its own set of challenges for users and manufacturers. We are working diligently to make all products Windows Vista compatible and compliant. For the dual core issue, I will forward this for our engineers to look into.









Best Regards,

Justin Baro



Alesis Technical Support

200 Scenic View Drive

Ste.201

Cumberland, RI 02864

401-658-5760



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Gives them a good face, anyway. I can't believe the processor issue dates back as far as it does, though... doesn't give much room for good expectations.

How do you do the thing where it auto sets the affinity when you launch that exe?

Tyler,
Let's see if email worked.

I had a phone conversation with Alesis tech support. No one in tech support has a dual CPU setup. But the guy (not Justin Baro) told me the developers know something about it and TC is involved too. Unfortunately it's probably behind Vista and 64-bit in their way of thinking.
Bill

I replied to your email.

These "techs" need to upgrade their systems if they aren't running dual core by now. :P

have you guys fixed this problem? I am getting scared of getting an Alesis.

If your looking for a multi-track recording mixer, and you are stuck on CakeWalk (I have heard of no similiar problems with any other software), I'd maybe recommend investing in the Mackie firewire line found here. Make sure the package you get comes with the firewire add in, because it's not built in and they can come without it. This is what I would invest in instead of the Alesis, that is, if it would be impossible to get my hands on a Digidesign/protools solution.

The Alesis "is" working fine for me right now. You have to run CakeWalk with only one of your cores in your dualcore/multiple cpu system (even though the program itself supports multiple CPUs), and the weird playback problems disappear. Apparently this bug is on Alesis's side, and hasn't been fixed going on a full year or more. The Alesis's come with Cubase so it seems to me they just don't care about anything else, but still promote that it's compatible. Which it is...

Now, I've personally had problems with WDM vs. ASIO in cakewalk, as well. I hear this is fixed by using older drivers, but the only real problem with using ASIO is that it forces you to use the mixer as the output as well, while with WDM you can use your computer's sound card instead.

The MultiMix works, but I've found I waste a lot of time troubleshooting, even now after I have it figured out. But for it's price, it's really the only thing there is. Still, saving up for Digidesign or the Mackie is probably the better option.

hope that helps with your decision ;)

Tyler

Hi,

I spoke with Alesis people before i buy Alesis multimix FW to use in Cakewalk sonar.

They said they do not have any problem with Sonar. I am reading lot of complaint abt some problem here in this Forum.

Is ther any problem with respect to dual core??.

Can anyone Be able to use Sonar with Mulitimix FW.

Plz Post here.

Does anybody know how to get the internal effects on the Alesis Multi Mix 16 to work with in recording?

I know how to turn the effects on, off, how to adjust the level and all that other good stuff.

Its just that when I record using the effects its seems that it doesnt record with the effect on even though I can hear the effect via the headphones.

There has to be a way to do this, any suggestions welcome!!

ORIGINAL: Native Import

Does anybody know how to get the internal effects on the Alesis Multi Mix 16 to work with in recording?

I know how to turn the effects on, off, how to adjust the level and all that other good stuff.

Its just that when I record using the effects its seems that it doesnt record with the effect on even though I can hear the effect via the headphones.

There has to be a way to do this, any suggestions welcome!!

There is only one effect processor, not separate ones for each channel. The output goes to "2 trk", which can be recorded on the main stereo input, not on individual channel inputs.
Bill B.

Hey all,
It is now two years down the line from most of the posts on here. I would have thought they would have cured these problems by now. I just bought a Firewire 12 mixer and have the same problems as you have all been having. I'm in the UK and support is terrible here. Justin Baro in the Staes has been on the ball and responsive. Wish I could say the same about the mixer. My laptop is optimised for recording, have all latest drivers. Mixer worked the first time I tried to use it (Sonar 5 Producer). After that it disappeared never to be seen again.

I have loads of Edirol and Line6 gear. As sounds cards go they just work first time and everytime. Bought the Firewire12 as I thought added bonus of being able to record more than one instrument portablt sounded great. What a waste of money. Let's hope they get some proper technicians to sort this out.

I was originally going to get a Phonic firewire as I had good feedback on it. I should have trusted my original instincts.

Cheers,

Bill Colacicco

ORIGINAL: bill52pa
Justin Baro in the Staes has been on the ball and responsive. Wish I could say the same about the mixer.

Hi Bill,

Does Justin Baro offer any explanation for all the trouble?

I tried to help a friend of mine set up his MultiMix 16 FireWire and received very poor results. The mixer (drivers) would be there and then disappear as yours did! Even when it was present, the audio was very distorted and unusable.

What is Justin (Alesis) saying about all of this. Are they working on the the problem?