Apple Logic (1.1) - Manual (Page 102)

102 Chapter C Connecting Logic to a Mixer
Mixing Desk With Sub Groups
If your mixing desk has sub groups, use them for recording. Connect the first sub group
output to Logic input 1, and the second sub group output to Logic input 2. The
recording level is controlled with the sub group faders. If your audio hardware supports
more audio inputs, connect more sub group outputs to them as needed.
Connect the Logic outputs to the first few channels’ Line or Tape inputs. Connect the
rest of your sound sources (effect processors, microphones etc.) to the remaining
channel inputs.
During recording, route the channels that are to be recorded, or even better: the sub
groups to your desk’s stereo (master) outputs. It is preferable to use Logic’s Monitoring
Function, rather than listening to the signal after conversion by your audio hardware’s
A/D and D/A converters (see below for more details).
Note: Avoid connecting Logic’s recording inputs to your desk’s main output (Main
Out)—these (and the Control Room output that usually carries the same signal), are
meant for your monitoring equipment and your stereo or two track tape machine.
These outputs include a mix of Logic’s output signal, which you do not want to re-
record.
Note: As Logic can generate files destined for master CD-Rs, or burn them directly, the
following information may not apply to your situation. If you choose to use a
conventional mastering machine, a DAT or MiniDisc recorder or an analog tape deck,
connect it directly to the mixing desk’s “Control Room” output, or to the “Tape Output”
of the HiFi amplifier used to monitor your mix.
Software Monitoring Function
Dependent on the latency of your audio hardware, Logic’s Software Monitoring facility
may be a good choice, or you may be better served by monitoring the signal directly
with your external mixer.
If you find that latency is unacceptable, we recommend that you disable Software
Monitoring in the Audio > Audio Hardware & Drivers panel. Monitoring should be done
at the input channel of your mixer, as it avoids latency completely. To monitor the
signal you are recording, simply assign the input channel of the mixer (receiving the
source signal) to the main L/R outputs and the subgroup or aux that feeds Logic’s
input.
Activation of Logic’s Software Monitoring facility is desirable as it offers great routing
and processing flexibility of the monitor signal, from within Logic. Using today’s state-
of-the-art computers, latency is less of a problem. When Software Monitoring is enabled,
route the recording signal solely to Logic, or alternatively, turn down the monitor signal
on your mixing board.