Recommend me an external soundcard-- or some other option-- so I can plug my guitar into my laptop and record.

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I used to record a lot on my old desktop computer through a Soundblaster Live! that had a 1/4" input jack (the standard plug that you use with guitars and microphones), but I have now upgraded to a laptop which has an 1/8" input, the size of small headphone jacks. I've tried putting my 1/4" jacks into it with the help of an adapter, but the sound quality is just abysmal. I would like to use the 1/4" jacks without adapters. I've heard that there are external USB adapters/sound cards available that can help me, but I'm not really comfortable just buying one without hearing about any firsthand experience. What are my options here, and is there a reasonably cheap setup that anyone can recommend?

thanks!

― Jaz Colman, Tuesday, 21 February 2006 04:51 (twenty years ago)

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― what does this confusing fream mean? (Matt Chesnut), Tuesday, 21 February 2006 04:53 (twenty years ago)

Budgetwise, M-Audio does the "Mobile Pre" for I believe $150, I paid $100 with my guitar center discount. That has 2 1/4" imputs and 2 XLR's, and connects via USB. However it doesn't come with software. For that, you can get Sony Acid for relatively cheap. The prior version is still available til middle of 06, which is $70 with a $30 rebate, so $40. Its not the most versatile, but its a great basis. If you're looking for better quality sound stuff, there's tons of programs to check out.

― Bryan Moore (Bryan Moore), Tuesday, 21 February 2006 04:56 (twenty years ago)

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