record enable light flashes and does not turn red

I have two input mics with which I wish to simultaneously record into garageband 10. I have selected the "record enable" button in the track header, and I have allocated each audio input to the appropriate audio interface channel. The record enable buttons only flash at me and do not allow for multitrack recording--that is, unless I have selected a single specific track which then allows the track to be armed for recording.

Posted on Apr 4, 2014 11:16 AM

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Apr 4, 2014 11:51 AM in response to VeeRonna

VeeRonna wrote:


I have allocated each audio input to the appropriate audio interface channel.


it always helps to give us complete information; to what did you set each track?



VeeRonna wrote:


I The record enable buttons only flash at me and do not allow for multitrack recording


the flashing is normal. what happens when you record enable 2 tracks and begin recording?


i saw in another thread that you watched the multiple interfaces vid, perhaps the multi-track recording entry would be more appropriate:


http://www.bulletsandbones.com/GB/GBFAQ.html#multitrackrecordinggbv10

This FAQ entry offers a Minute GarageBand video tutorial

(Let the page FULLY load. The link to your answer is at the top of your screen)

Apr 4, 2014 5:55 PM in response to VeeRonna

The blinking red Record Enable button appears only on Audio Tracks when doing Multitrack recording. It is just a signal to tell you which Track will switch into recording once you hit the Record Button. Once you hit the Record Button, the blinking buttons turns to steady red button. Once you stop recording, the button start blinking again.


Here is an exceprt from my new book "GarageBand X - How it Works"

User uploaded file

THe behavior on MIDI Tracks is different regarding the Record Enable Button.


Hope that helps


Edgar Rothermich

http://DingDingMusic.com/Manuals/

'I may receive some form of compensation, financial or otherwise, from my recommendation or link.'

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