M-Audio SONO 88 manual Recording from a Microphone to an Audio Track

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ProKeys Sono 88 User Guide

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Recording from a Microphone to an Audio Track

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In this scenario, ProKeys Sono is being used as an audio interface to record a microphone:

The microphone’s output signal is received at the microphone (XLR) input jack on ProKeys Sono and sent to the computer through the USB connection.. Sequencer software running on the computer can then capture the microphone signal on one of its mono audio tracks (the track is labeled “Mic” in the illustration above)..

This signal can be monitored while recording or played back after it has been recorded.. Monitoring can take place over powered speakers (connected to the 1/4” main output jacks on the rear panel) or by headphones (connected to either one of the 1/4” headphone jacks on the front panel)..

Keep in mind that—depending on how the Mono button is configured to function—the microphone input routing can be altered to make the microphone appear on both channels (one and two) of a stereo track (i..e.., “centered” in the stereo field).. This functionality may be helpful in direct monitoring situations where headphones are being used.. To learn more about this, see the section titled “The Mono Button” within the “ProKeys Sono Audio Setup and Controls” section of this User Guide..

TIP: Signal from the ProKeys Sono microphone input is usually available on input channel one within your recording software. To record from a microphone, this mono audio track must be configured to receive signal from audio input channel one. See your audio application’s documentation to learn how to configure an audio track.

TIP: When recording with a microphone in your studio, it is recommended that you turn off your speakers and monitor through headphones. This prevents feedback loops which may be very loud and can damage your equipment or harm your hearing.

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Contents Sono ProKeys Sono 88 User Guide ProKeys Sono Audio Control Panel Windows Only Introduction Keyboard ProKeys Sono 88 FeaturesBuilt-in Audio Interface Minimum Requirements Standalone Operation Bus-Powered OperationTop Panel Diagram Controls and ConnectorsTop Panel Descriptions ProKeys Sono 88 User Guide 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 Rear Panel DescriptionsMidi Connections Hardware ConnectionsAudio Inputs Audio OutputsExample Operating Scenarios Example Setup #1About the audio inputs Example Setup #2ProKeys Sono Premium Voice Selection Layer ModeUsing Voice Controls in Layer Mode ProKeys Sono as a Standalone InstrumentProKeys Sono GM sound selection Using Midi in Layer ModeTo return the Data keys to control the transpose value ProKeys Sono Demos Low latency software monitoring Basic ProKeys Sono Setup in WindowsProKeys Sono Setup in Mac OS Audio Tracks Using ProKeys Sono with a ComputerRecording from a Microphone to an Audio Track Recording an Instrument to an Audio Track Recording the Aux Inputs to an Audio Track Recording Midi and triggering sounds on a virtual instrument Midi TracksProKeys Sono 88 User Guide Port Using the Microphone and Instrument Inputs ProKeys Sono Audio Setup and ControlsSetting Input Gain Using Direct Monitoring Using the Aux InputsMono Button Latency ProKeys Sono Audio Control Panel Windows OnlyAbout Routing Midi Data to and from your Computer Routing Midi Signals from your Software Routing Midi Signals to your SoftwareSending Midi to the ProKeys Sono sound engine Audio Options in Edit Mode Advanced ProKeys Sono Functions in Edit ModeMono Input Record Key To select alternate Data button functions Button, Knob, Wheel and Pedal Jack AssignmentsUSB Record Key Data Transpose button Assignment OverviewTo assign the Data and buttons to transpose Data Button Assignment OptionsTo assign the Data and buttons to control octave shift To assign the Data and buttons to send bank change messages Program ChangeTo assign a Midi controller message to the Modulation wheel To re-assign the Modulation wheel to its default functionWheel Assignment Some examples of useful Midi CCs areKnob Assignment To re-assign the Sustain Pedal jack to its default functionTo re-assign the Voice Volume knob to its default function Pedal AssignmentRestoring Default Assignments ProKeys Midi Output SettingsVel Curve Selection Local On/Off Midi Out Mode KeyTo send data on channel Panic To send a specific program change message in Edit modeTo send a single bank change in Edit mode Sending a Bank Change or Program Change MessageProgram & Bank Changes Midi Messages In-DepthNRPN/RPNs Troubleshooting Solution Appendix a General Midi Instruments Appendices Useful Midi DataThese sounds are ProKeys Sono premium-quality voices Key# Drum Sound Appendix B Channel 10 Drum MapRPN MSB Appendix C Standard Midi Controller Numbers Midi CCsAppendix D Additional RPN Messages Appendix E Piano Reset ButtonMic Inputs Technical SpecificationsWarranty Terms Warranty Registration WarrantyTechnical Info 9329-65018-00
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SONO 88 specifications

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