GarageBand FAQ: Record Line-In

Q. How do I record in Apple's GarageBand using the Mac's Line-In?
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A. It depends on which processor your computer uses.

For the older PowerPC CPUs

1. Set your System Preferences -> Sound-> Input control panel to Line-In
2. Open GB, Create a New Basic track and hit record
3. There is no 3.

For Intel CPUs

1. Open GB's prefs, select the Audio MIDI tab, and choose "Built-In Input" from the Input popUp menu.
2. Create a New Basic track and hit record
3. There is no 3.

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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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