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What is the difference between Mic, Line, and Instrument settings on the front of my audio interface?
What is the difference between Mic, Line, and Instrument settings on the front of my audio interface?
Mic
: for recording using a professional microphone
Instrument
: for recording electric guitar or bass directly into your computer
Line
: for plugging in electronic instruments like synthesisers or drum machines
Here's a video that explains in more detail:
https://youtu.be/VRdLJYz_k_c
