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Once you have set your sampling rate and input levels, you are ready to
start recording. If the meters do not move, check your sound card
softwareÕs mixer program and make sure that you have the proper
source enabled for recording.
When you record audio, Pro Audio stores each audio clip in a separate
Þle. These Þles have the same format as a wave (.wav) Þle, but they have
special names and are stored in a separate directory on your hard disk.
Pro Audio automatically manages these audio Þles for you, making it
easier for you to manage your projects. If you want to work with these
Þles directly, or to learn more about how Pro Audio stores audio data, see
ÒDigital Audio Data ManagementÓ on page 13-13.
To Check the Input Levels…
1. In the Track view, set the sources for the tracks you want to
record, and arm the tracks for recording.
2. Choose
View-Console
,
or click on the Views toolbar to
display the Console view. Meters will be displayed for the tracks
that are armed.
3. The default meter range is from 0 dB to -60 dB. To change the
range, right-click on the meter and choose a new range from the
menu.
4. Perform at the loudest level at which you plan to record.
Watch the meters respond. Increase the input volume as high as
possible without ever letting the meters move all the way to 0 dB,
even for an instant, or letting the Clipping indicator turn red. If
either of these things happen, reduce the input volume just
enough to avoid them during the entire performance. Note that
some kinds of audio, such as percussive or plucked musical
instruments, can produce very short, high-level “transients” when
struck or plucked aggressively, which can lead to clipping if the
input volume is set too high. Consider the possibility of these
transients when examining the meters and setting your record
level.
Note: If the Clipping indicator is illuminated, click on it to reset.
5. When you are satisfied that your input level is correct, you are
ready to record.
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