| Features Overview |
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| Getting Started Using GuitarJack Model 1 with FourTrack | Plug GuitarJack in before launching FourTrack. The GuitarJack control panel is located under Song Tools in FourTrack. This is where you can select a mode and set the input level before recording. The default input configuration, when GuitarJack is connected, uses the Instrument (1/4") input in Lo-Z mode for the left channel and the Mic/Line (1/8") input in Normal mode for the right channel. This allows GuitarJack to work well out of the box with most third party audio apps like tuners, amp modeling apps and other recording apps, even if they do not have a GuitarJack control panel. |
| Input Gain Control | GuitarJack Model 1 allows you to adjust the analog input level for 60 dB of analog input gain (72 dB with the 12 dB pad) controlled with the GuitarJack control panel, located under Song Tools in FourTrack. Observe the metering in the GuitarJack Song Tool to prevent clipping and set gain level appropriately. |
| Input Monitoring | Input monitoring is on by default in FourTrack. The input signal can be heard through the 1/8" headphone output on the GuitarJack Model 1 via the GuitarJack Song Tool so you can adjust your input settings, but will be silent when you exit the GuitarJack Song Tool. Arming a new track will begin monitoring in the headphones. |
| Using GuitarJack Model 1 with apps that do not have a GuitarJack Control Panel |
GuitarJack Model 1 is compatible with many recording apps, guitar tuners, and audio effects apps, even if they do not have a GuitarJack control panel. To change modes or set levels for use with third party apps, configure the settings using an app with the GuitarJack control panel (FourTrack, GuitarTone, or Taylor EQ), then quit to launch the third party app (like these). The GuitarJack will retain the current settings and levels. However, if the iOS device sleeps (auto-locks), GuitarJack Model 1 will return to the default settings. You must return to FourTrack or another GuitarJack control panel enabled app to restore the settings. This is not necessary when using an app with the GuitarJack control panel. (GuitarJack Model 2 is improved in that it remembers your settings even if the iOS device sleeps.) Sonoma Wire Works is preparing the GuitarJack Control Panel SDK for third party developers now, similar to the AudioCopy/AudioPaste SDK. Stereo recording and simultaneous instrument and voice recording is only possible while using GuitarJack with FourTrack. |
| Compatibility |
GuitarJack Model 1 is compatible with iPod touch (2nd and 3rd generation). GuitarJack Model 2 ($149) for iPhone 4, iPad 2, iPad and iPod touch (2nd, 3rd and 4th generation) offers improved compatibility with the latest devices and the addition of an AD/DA converter. Email sales@sonomawireworks.com with questions about compatibility. The GuitarTone amps and effects app requires iOS 4.2 or later, and is recommended for iPhone 4, iPhone 4S or iPod touch (4th generation). While GuitarTone will work with iPhone 3GS and iPod touch (3rd generation), it will not work as well as with later devices. GuitarTone is not designed to work on iPhone 3G or iPod touch (2nd generation). iPhone 3G and iPod touch (2nd generation) users may use the GuitarJack control panel in Taylor EQ (free). FourTrack 5 now requires iOS 4.3 or later. iPod touch (2nd generation) and iPhone 3G cannot be updated to iOS 4.3, and will not work with the latest version of FourTrack and GuitarTone because Apple has chosen to not update the operating system on those devices. |
| More Information |
For GuitarJack Model 1 frequently asked questions, see the GuitarJack Model 1 FAQ and GuitarJack Forum. For more information on recording with FourTrack, visit the FourTrack Guide. GuitarJack Model 1 features GuitarJack Model 2 features, GuitarJack Model 1 technical specifications, GuitarJack Model 2 technical specifications. For GuitarJack warranty and proper usage information, please review the GuitarJack Warranty page. |
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