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2012/03/25 02:02:24
maxtree
So I am new to Guitar tracks and recording.I have read a few reviews and GT's looks great, but what cables etc will I need to use it? I have a few guitars but nothing to plug them into the computer.Now is the GT's USB basically the USB and the software? Sorry for all the questions!
2012/03/25 04:58:17
SteveStrummerUK
 
Hi there Max, welcome to the forum.
 
Just to clarify, and to make sure you get the correct advice, did you get THIS VERSION of Guitar Tracks Pro 4, with the included UA-1G USB interface?
 
 
Steve
2012/03/25 09:11:18
maxtree
Well I haven't bought it yet, but it is what I was leaning towards.However I am finding it impossible to find the GT pro 4 usb.I have looked at several different stores on line and cannot find the UA-1G so now I am looking at buying the DAW but looking at a different audio interface.
2012/03/25 09:48:46
SteveStrummerUK

Ah, I understand.

If you get a USB interface of any kind, it will connect direct to your PC with a USB cable (often supplied with the hardware, if not you can pick one up cheap enough - it's the same lead you'd connect a printer up with for example).

Most audio USB interfaces will have a number of inputs and outputs, depending on how sophisticated thay are.

Depending on your needs, you'll probably want one with a ¼” jack socket to plug your guitar into direct. You might also need a Line Level input to take a feed from an outboard guitar prtocessor or amp with a direct output, and possibly an XLR input for connecting a microphone. If you use a condenser microphone, you might also need a unit with phantom power (usually 48V).

Again, depending on your needs, your USB interface can probably be used as your PC's audio soundcard, so if you intend to use it permanently, you will need to ensure the output options are sufficient. You'll probably need a headphone socket, and maybe also Line Level out sockets (either 2 monos or 1 stereo) so you can either run a pair of powered monitor speakers or feed to a separate amp and speakers.


2012/03/25 10:09:33
maxtree
Thanks for the reply.Can you recommend any audio interfaces? My budget is $400 US and down.As for needs I am just an amateur guitarist ho wants to record his own music.
2012/03/25 13:09:49
StevenMikel
Line 6 UX2,M-Audio Fast Track Pro and Fast Track Ultra are decent interfaces in your price range.You might also check out Native Instruments Komplete Audio 6.The UX2 comes with PodFarm 2.5(a ampsim program) and Komplete Audio 6 comes with Komplete Elements.
2012/03/25 16:32:47
SteveStrummerUK

Some good choices there Steven.

I use a Line 6 TonePort (now rebranded as POD Studio) UX2 as my soundcard. The POD Farm amps and effects are very good. Check it out HERE.

I also use a Cakewalk V-Studio 20 as a control surface for running Cakewalk SONAR. As well as being able to be used as your soundcard, this also features some very good inbuilt Boss effects. Check it out HERE.
2012/03/29 22:36:59
ksbol
you can either run a pair of powered monitor speakers or feed to a separate amp and speakers.
2012/03/29 23:49:18
RobertB
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