GarageBand FAQ: Record From Headphone

Q. Can I record into Apple's GarageBand from my earphone jack to my Mac's Line-In?
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A. Yes. Watch the volume (I’d suggest you turn the volume very low or even completely off to start with, turning it up gradually while playing it and watching GarageBand’s meters).

Follow the same steps as recording from a cassette deck. The only difference is that the cable you need is simply a STEREO 3.5mm patch cable (it will have the same plug on both ends). This will definitely NOT get you the best quality, but it will work.
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GarageBand from Apple Computer uses audio loops and MIDI loops in Apple Loops format. It can work with Audio Units plug-ins. Apple Macintosh Compatible FireWire and USB interfaces can be used to connect Audio and MIDI instruments to your Mac, and be recorded into GarageBand.

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