logic pro and zoom H4 interface problem

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logic pro and zoom H4 interface problem

Hi all

iv been using a zoom H4 as an interface with logic pro no problem. i did a software update about a week ago and now logic only reads the H4 as H4 OUT. all the record enable buttons go away when the H4 in activated as an interface.

any ideas how to fix the problem will be much appreciated .
Thanx,
Marc

Mac OS X (10.5.6)

Posted on Jan 2, 2009 12:09 AM

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Answer 1

Jan 2, 2009 4:52 AM in response to hand stand

Hi Marc,

according to their site:
"Please note: The Zoom H4 will not mount as a USB Drive on MAC OS X 10.5.0 Leopard unless you update to H4 Firmware version 2.10 or higher.
You may download the latest H4 driver and read the installation instructions at Zoom's site here"
http://www.zoom.co.jp/english/download/software/h4.php

You have to make sure before making an upgrade, that you have support drivers!

Jorge

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hand stand Author

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Jan 2, 2009 10:46 PM in response to Jorge Costa

Hi Jorge,
thanks,
i will try that now. i did check the zoom site but i didnt see anything so i guess i need to take my time before i do upgrades as well... live and learn.

your help greatly appreciated.
marc

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hand stand Author

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Jan 3, 2009 1:29 AM in response to hand stand

Hi Jorge
I already have the current version (2.20)
any other ideas??

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briwil

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Jan 7, 2009 9:06 PM in response to hand stand

I'm having the exact same problem, and it seems to have nothing to do with the H4's firmware- that only affects its ability to mount on the desktop as a USB device. Logic's inability to now read the H4 as a recording device seems to have something to do with the latest Leopard update.
PLEASE, someone, I can't record anything anymore!...

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Eriksimon

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Jan 8, 2009 1:43 AM in response to hand stand

briwil wrote:
I'm having the exact same problem, and it seems to have nothing to do with the H4's firmware- that only affects its ability to mount on the desktop as a USB device. Logic's inability to now read the H4 as a recording device seems to have something to do with the latest Leopard update.

Maybe not, if the sig of the other user is right. He's only on 10.5.2..

PLEASE, someone, I can't record anything anymore!...

have you thoroughly checked the Zooms' settings? And have you inspected the Audio Midi Setup utility?

You can still use the built in Audio of your Mac, it has the same resolution (16bit-44.1kHz) and I doubt if you'll hear the difference.

regards, Erik

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Answer 6

Jan 8, 2009 3:29 PM in response to Eriksimon

I've got the exact same problem. It's all the more frustrating that when I go in the audio settings of my MacBook, the Zoom H4 input is detected. Same thing with garage band, the H4 input is detected. But not in logic pro.

I confirm this problem appeared after the upgrade to mac OS 10.5.6

I guess i will record in garage band and then export the audio files to logic pro. But that's a huge waste of time. Hope someone will find a way to fix this.

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hand stand Author

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Jan 9, 2009 12:02 AM in response to Freaky Rom

Hi all,
so i posted this thing about the zoom H4 over a week ago and i got in touch with zoom and they sent me this.( if only the B@#$#@#s put this info on their web). i dont know if it works as i have already gone back to OS X 10.5.5 as it was the update 10.5.6 that stuffed everything up. i know this as all works fine on my friends computer running 10.5.5

SWo the golden rule is never ever update untill you get writen word from the interface guys you use. as i have learned, updates are great for your average joe blow but when you start getting into more serious stuff using hardware it can be a different story.

anyway below is what Zoom sent me ...good luck.can some1 tell me where i find the logic pro 8 serial number as im over seas and i dont have the box!!!
Hi Marc,

Today I received the following reply fro Zoom regarding your issue.

Please let me know if this does not help you.

1. Open the "Utilities" folder from "Applications" folder.

2. Click on "Audio MIDI Setup" icon to start "Audio MIDI Setup".

3. Click on "Open Aggregate Device Editor" from "Audio" in menu bar.

4. Click on "+" button to add "Aggregate Device".

5. You can change the name to new one by double-click on "Aggregate Device". Put the new name (ex."H4 Audio IN/OUT") here.

6. Check both "H4 Audio In" and "H4 Audio Out" boxes and click "Done" button.

7. Set the default input and output to a newly created Aggregate Device (ex."H4 Audio IN/OUT") from the "Audio MIDI Setup" window.

8. To use the create Aggregate Device in your DAW software, select the created "H4 Audio IN/OUT" through audio setup menu of the DAW software.

Regards,

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Answer 8

Jan 9, 2009 1:52 AM in response to hand stand

Hi all,

this trick from Zoom support works fine.

Thanks a lot, Hand Stand.

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