- Why is my audio interface distorted?
- Why is my audio interface not working?
- Do audio interfaces go bad?
- Why is Pro Tools not making sound?
Why is my audio interface distorted?
If your recording is distorted, the first thing to check is the mic preamp gain control. This amplifies the low level signal from a microphone or instrument so that it can be recorded. If the Gain is set too high, it can cause distortion the recording. ... If the red LED flashes, there is too much gain.
Why is my audio interface not working?
Make sure you've downloaded and installed the correct drivers for your interface. ... Make sure the cable is connected to the correct input of your interface. Try another cable, a common problem is a broken/faulty cable.
Do audio interfaces go bad?
An interface has very few moving parts, so if cared for it should last indefinitely. But sometimes your DAW (or other) software doesn't offer support for older models, or newer computers don't support the interface (i.e. cable types,etc).
Why is Pro Tools not making sound?
The first steps towards getting sound out of Pro Tools are to ensure compatibility and install the correct driver. Whenever that doesn't solve the problem, trashing the Pro Tools Preference files and selecting the correct Playback Engine often will.