Recording

Issues relating to recording audio in Mixcraft.

• When I record something, unwanted audio from other tracks is in the recording.

  If unwanted audio from other tracks (or the metronome) is showing up in your audio recordings, here are some things to try: First, if you're recording from a microphone, make sure you're using headpho...

• How to record more than two tracks with a multi-track audio interface.

  Assuming you've got an audio interface that allows you to record more than two tracks simultaneously, first make sure you've got the latest driver installed from the manufacturer's download page. Once...

• What Microphone should I use?

  There are three basic types of microphones you can use for recording audio: Dynamic Condenser Ribbon See this informative video outling the pros and cons of each with audio samples of each....

• Can I record using the computer keyboard?

  If you do not have a MIDI enabled keyboard or other controller, you can use a virtual MIDI controller, allowing you to play with your qwerty computer keyboard! Here are some examples that you can down...

• My recordings are too loud and are distorting! What do I do?

  Distortion can ruin a good recording, and the worst part is, once you've recorded distorted audio, there's no way to fix it. If your meters are lighting the meters up all the way and the peak indicato...

• Recording Is Not Working

  You can play audio, but you can't record anything! There can be many reasons why this is not working. Here are a few:  1.Make sure your hardware/microphone/guitar is plugged in properly! 2.Make sure t...

• I'm trying to record, but I'm not getting any sound!

  Make sure you have the correct recording source selected. To choose your recording source in Mixcraft, click on the small down arrow that appears to the right of the Arm button on track you want to us...

• Skipping or gapping when recording the audio output of another application

  If you're recording the playback from another program, like a MIDI sequencer or any other audio program, and you experience small drop-outs, skipped audio or gaps in the recorded audio, try turning of...

• New Tracks Are Recording Sound From Other Tracks

  First, make sure you've selected the correct recording source. If possible, it's best to choose a specific source, instead of something general like stereo mix, what you hear or digital wave. For exam...

• ASIO Is Not Available

  Assuming you have an interface or sound device that came with an ASIO driver, make sure you have the latest drivers for it. Go to the manufacturer's website to download and install the latest drivers....