how do I record onto a macbook pro with no audio input

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how do I record onto a macbook pro with no audio input

I'm looking to buy a new macbook pro, but I notice they have only a headphone socket. How can you record from an external device into Logic with no input?

Posted on Feb 12, 2013 3:36 AM

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Answer 1

sig

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Feb 12, 2013 4:51 AM in response to Ros

If you are referring to the Retina line:

Microphone:

1 (Internal)

Sound In:

1

Details:

Dual internal microphones. Has a single "headphone/optical digital audio output (minijack)" port. Supports Apple iPhone headset with remote and microphone.

Sound Out:

1

Headphone:

1

Details:

Has a single "audio in/out" port.

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Feb 12, 2013 5:28 AM in response to Ros

USB mic works too.

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Ros Author

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Feb 12, 2013 5:46 AM in response to sig

What if I'm recording from analogue outputs, say from a keyboard or mixer? I would need an input not an internal microphpne wouldn't I? Do I need additional equipment?

What about the non-retina line?

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MartinR

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Feb 12, 2013 6:00 AM in response to Ros

The current 15" MBP has both audio-line-in and audio-out.

The Retina MBPs and the 13" MBP only have audio-out (no audio-in). With these models you will need a USB or Firewire device to connect analog audio equipment. For example, here are some carried by B&H PhotoVideo. Note that if you get Retina MBP and an audio device with a FW interface you will also need to get the Apple Thunderbolt-Firewire adapter.

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Ros Author

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Feb 12, 2013 6:17 AM in response to MartinR

Egad! All the extras! Thanks Martin.

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