How to Hear Out of Computer and Focusrite in Garageband

Introduction

Garageband is a popular music production software that allows users to create and edit music on their computers. While Garageband is primarily designed for Mac users, there is a way to use it on Windows as well. In this article, we will guide you on how to hear audio output from your computer and Focusrite audio interface in Garageband on your PC.

Setting Up Your Focusrite Audio Interface

Before we dive into using Garageband, it’s important to properly set up your Focusrite audio interface. Follow these steps:

1. Connect your Focusrite audio interface to your computer using a USB cable.
2. Install the necessary drivers for your audio interface. You can find the drivers on the official Focusrite website.
3. Once the drivers are installed, open Garageband on your PC.
4. Go to the Preferences menu and select the Audio/MIDI tab.
5. Under the Audio Output and Audio Input sections, select your Focusrite audio interface as the default device.
6. Click on the Apply button to save the changes.

Configuring Audio Output in Garageband

Now that your Focusrite audio interface is set up, let’s configure the audio output in Garageband:

1. Open Garageband and create a new project or open an existing one.
2. Click on the Track menu and select Show Track Info.
3. In the Track Info pane, click on the Output tab.
4. Under the Output section, select your Focusrite audio interface as the output device.
5. Adjust the volume level as per your preference.

Configuring Audio Input in Garageband

Now that the audio output is configured, let’s configure the audio input in Garageband:

1. Click on the Track menu and select Show Track Info.
2. In the Track Info pane, click on the Input tab.
3. Under the Input section, select your Focusrite audio interface as the input device.
4. Adjust the input level as per your preference.

Testing the Audio Setup

Once you have configured the audio output and input in Garageband, it’s time to test the setup:

1. Connect your instrument or microphone to the appropriate input on your Focusrite audio interface.
2. Play your instrument or speak into the microphone.
3. You should be able to hear the audio output through your computer’s speakers or headphones.

Conclusion

By following the steps mentioned in this article, you can successfully hear audio output from your computer and Focusrite audio interface in Garageband on your Windows PC. Enjoy creating music and exploring the various features of Garageband!

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