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[Quicksilver]

Annoying problem...

I have an M-Audio FastTrack Pro.

If I want to monitor my mic at a high enough volume, the mix nob needs to go all the way to the left.

If I want to hear my recording played back at a loud enough volume, the mix nob needs to go all the way to the right.

If the nob is centered it sends a "mix" of both monitor and play back BUT there isn't enough gain in the headphone amp to reach a desired volume for either.

So, I have to... Record. SPIN THE NOB. Listen back. SPIN THE NOB.... Record Again... SPIN THE NOB... Listen back.

Trying to find a solution so I can have a reasonable volume from both monitors and playback in my headphones without having to spin a nob.

Anyone moved on to greener pastures from the Fast Track Pro or know of an easy solution outside of just an outboard headphone amp?

Thanks,

DC

[georgethetech]

Just a weak headphone amp and a poorly designed mix control, biggest gripe about that product, personally... And that fact that one client with a Windows XP PC must unplug his when he powers on his HP laptop or it won't boot up at all. Upgrade or get a headphone amp. It's offspring the M-Audio C400 is well liked (was, I see now that it's discontinued). Scarlett 2i2, Propellerhead Balance, many other better options exist...
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[Quicksilver]

Thanks George!

Can anyone weigh in on their experience with any of these boxes? What are you all using that you like/dislike?

[georgethetech]

Quicksilver, why waste everyone's time regurgitating what they've already said about the products I recommended to you? It's all right here in the forum. I don't just make this stuff up!
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George Whittam
GeorgeThe.Tech
424-226-8528
VOBS.TV Co-host
TheProAudioSuite.com Co-host
TriBooth.com Co-founder