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    hi,guys
    i want to record my self playing guitar, i have a sure sm57 mic in front of a speaker cab, mic then connects to a line6 hd500 ,i got the hd500 connected to a pc using the usb ports from hd500 to the pc, then using audacity program to record myself,

    at the moment the hd500 is connected to the pc using a usb cable is this right thing to do yes/no ???
    or do i connect the hd500 using the unbalanced output connections (image below) to the ear phone on the pc yes/no???

    i am using hd500 as a audio interface, do you guys thinks this is ok, or would guys recommend me use another audio interface ???

    big thanks for your time,
    bluesfloyd,

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  • #2
    Re: recording guitar

    Actually not familiar with any of the Line 6 Pods, but my Scarlett 2i2 connects by usb, as most interfaces do. If not FireWire. So it seems to me you've got it right.

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    • #3
      Re: recording guitar

      Try mic > HD500 mic input > USB to computer.

      What kind of computer? What DAW are you using?
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      • #4
        Re: recording guitar

        Originally posted by TwilightOdyssey View Post
        Try mic > HD500 mic input > USB to computer.

        What kind of computer? What DAW are you using?
        hi,
        i am using a laptop running windows 10,

        What is DAW ???? not sure what this is,
        bluesfloyd

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        • #5
          Re: recording guitar

          DAW = Digital Audio Workstation.
          Its recording software. Many different software makers. I use Reaper.
          Last edited by Swampy; 01-01-2017, 07:09 PM.

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          • #6
            Re: recording guitar

            Did the Line 6 come bundled with recording software? Use that.
            Why don't you take your little Cobra Kais and get outta here?!
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            • #7
              Re: recording guitar

              Make sure that, if there are drivers needed, they are installed. Then, make sure the USB of the POD is selected in your software's input menu.
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              • #8
                Re: recording guitar

                Originally posted by Swampy View Post
                DAW = Digital Audio Workstation.
                Its recording software. Many different software makers. I use Reaper.
                hi,Swampy
                you say you use reaper, I believe it costs $60 to buy the licence, is this a one off payment or do you have to buy a new licence every year,
                thanks for your help,
                bluesfloyd.

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                • #9
                  Re: recording guitar

                  Originally posted by bluesfloyd View Post
                  hi,guys
                  i want to record my self playing guitar, i have a sure sm57 mic in front of a speaker cab, mic then connects to a line6 hd500 ,i got the hd500 connected to a pc using the usb ports from hd500 to the pc, then using audacity program to record myself,

                  at the moment the hd500 is connected to the pc using a usb cable is this right thing to do yes/no ???
                  or do i connect the hd500 using the unbalanced output connections (image below) to the ear phone on the pc yes/no???

                  i am using hd500 as a audio interface, do you guys thinks this is ok, or would guys recommend me use another audio interface ???

                  big thanks for your time,
                  bluesfloyd,

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                  Is it OK? Why do you ask? Does the HD500 have an audio interface built in? Read the manual.

                  But your connection is correct though.

                  Audacity is a DAW. But if you are looking for a DAW that supports MIDI and totally free, no strings attached, I recommend Zynewave Podium. http://zynewave.com/podium-free/

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                  • #10
                    Re: recording guitar

                    Originally posted by bluesfloyd View Post
                    hi,Swampy
                    you say you use reaper, I believe it costs $60 to buy the licence, is this a one off payment or do you have to buy a new licence every year,
                    thanks for your help,
                    bluesfloyd.
                    One time.
                    You can use it for free for a limited time. Honestly, you can use it much longer for free by just clicking the "Still Evaluating" tab.

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                    • #11
                      Re: recording guitar

                      Originally posted by Swampy View Post
                      Actually not familiar with any of the Line 6 Pods, but my Scarlett 2i2 connects by usb, as most interfaces do. If not FireWire. So it seems to me you've got it right.
                      hi, swampy
                      you say you use a Scarlett 2i2, can you use two mic's with the Scarlett 2i2 to record a amp? I hear some guys use more then one mic when recording a amp,

                      thanks for your time,
                      bluesfloyd.

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                      • #12
                        Re: recording guitar

                        It has two mic pre's in that unit so yes you can.

                        However I recommend starting with one and adding in a second one once you got a handle on mic placement etc.
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                        • #13
                          Re: recording guitar

                          Originally posted by Kamanda~SD View Post
                          It has two mic pre's in that unit so yes you can.

                          However I recommend starting with one and adding in a second one once you got a handle on mic placement etc.
                          Or maybe, never. There are many strong arguments for using a single microphone!
                          Why don't you take your little Cobra Kais and get outta here?!
                          My collaborative PROGRESSIVE ROCK PROJECT, As Follows.

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                          • #14
                            Re: recording guitar

                            hi,
                            thanks Kamanda~SD and TwilightOdyssey for your help,

                            all the best, bluesfloyd

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                            • #15
                              Re: recording guitar

                              Originally posted by TwilightOdyssey View Post
                              Or maybe, never. There are many strong arguments for using a single microphone!
                              I am interested in your arguments for using one mic only. I now use 5 by the way: 2 in the front (1 for each speaker), 2 in the back (1 for each speaker), 1 ambient mic (will add another one once I get another stand), plus 1 direct.

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