recording tracks db volume

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  1. r3neg8

    r3neg8 Newbie

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    hi, let' say i have an analog drum machine connected trough an audio interface, What is the best quality level volume you choose.

     
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  3. Radio

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    I would set the drum machine's volume control (if available) to 75%. I would create a new, empty project in my DAW. Set the DAW's output control to -0.1 dB and the input control to minus 8-12 dB headroom. I would then run the drum machine and lower or raise the input control, i.e., the headroom, until I can hear the drum machine comfortably and clearly.
     
  4. SacyGuy

    SacyGuy Producer

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    I record my drums at -6db
     
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    A few dB of headroom.

    Learn simple gain-staging and you will be fine. It ought to be the first thing one learns.
     
  6. Smeghead

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    Record as hot as you can without clipping.
     
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