Recording help

[GSingleton]

I have both a 6 and 7 string, but I want to start recording things. I only have a laptop but have access to a music lab with all iMacs. I have a Line 6 spider IV 75 watt amp, which includes a pod quality line out. What can I use to plug it up to a computer and record songs/riffs etc? What type of cable and program would I need. I have cubase, but I have no idea how to actually use it. The iMacs of course have garage band.

Any info and links are appreciated. I really need to record myself for practicing and hopefully some recitals.

 

[ThisWorldIsOurs]

Well you need to have an audio interface to connect the line 6 to in order for the signal to get to the computer.

line 6 amp,Interface,computer. Firewire interfaces are the way to go if you have the ports for it.

 

[GSingleton]

Well I figured the amp would be able to do that?

Is There not just a guitar to USB cable I could use?

 

[ThisWorldIsOurs]

Yeah I think behringer makes something like that but you'd be better off spending like 60 more dollars and not getting something that is completely subpar

 

[GSingleton]

Just found a deal on an M-audio firewire solo for 75 bucks. woop.

 

[ThisWorldIsOurs]

yeah dude those are awesome thats actually the first interface I had and it did everything I wanted it to! Good luck man

 

[richardgstudios]

Same here, started out with the firewire solo, had some bugs but was good for what it was worth. Good Luck!

 

[S-O]

If your laptop has firewire, do it up. If you still want to be able to record with your laptop, and it doesn't, find a fast track, Craigslist is usually filled with them.

 

[GSingleton]

new problem...I dont have a firewire port on my laptop. I need a way to switch it to a USB (Adapter/converter/etc.) Links are appreciated. Returning my solo isn't an option.

 

[S-O]

Well, the best option other than selling it and getting a new interface, is to check if your laptop has a slot for an express card:

Dynex™ - FireWire 800 ExpressCard Adapter - DX-ECFW

Amazon.com: StarTech.com 2 Port ExpressCard Laptop 1394a Firewire Adapter Card (EC13942): Electronics

Too bad I didn't post my previous comment before you purchased it!

 

[GSingleton]

well...just by looking at it, it doesnt. so any cables I could get?

I am gonna try to send it back and get a fast track, but since it was a deal I doubt I can.

 

[GSingleton]

For my problem I stumbled upon this
IOGEAR USB 2.0 / FireWire Combo Hub GUH420 Hub - 4 ports

would this fix my problem if it connected to my laptop via usb?