December 19, 2024

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Microphones Audio InterfacesMy VSX and Evo4 on a tableAudient makes a nice range of entry-level interfaces. I’m currently using the EVO-4, which I’m happy with. I was considering the ID4, as well.One crucial thing about interfaces is the number of inputs. I only record one thing at a time. At most, I need two inputs

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December 13, 2024

Reaper Interface Tweaks

Customizing Track Layouts If you right-click on any track in the Track Control Panel or Mixer, you can adjust track height, color, visibility, or give a track a custom icon to set it apart visually. You can also mouse over the bottom of a track and click and drag to increase the height.Track HeightWhen you

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December 13, 2024

Reaper Interface Tweaks

Arranging Effects WindowsReaper, with floating FX displayed across the window.Working with effects in Reaper extends beyond simply applying plugins to tracks – the strategic arrangement of effects windows plays a role in maintaining an efficient workflow. For organization and efficiency, consider these key approaches to arranging your effects windows:The FX button on any track opens up

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December 13, 2024

Reaper Interface Tweaks

Imagine naming a track and having it automatically have a color and icon applied. That’s what you can do with this powerful Reaper script. It saves time and helps you organize your workspace, visually. What Is Auto Color/Icon/Layout?Reaper’s Auto Color/Icon/Layout feature automatically assigns colors and icons to tracks, regions, and markers based on their names.

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December 13, 2024

Reaper Interface Tweaks

Toolbar Setup and Organization Toolbar customization represents another flexible aspect of Reaper’s layout capabilities. Right-click on the toolbar area, to access the “Customize Toolbar” option, so you can create personalized toolbar shortcuts that streamline your workflow.The Main ToolbarYou can create a toolbar item out of an action (or multiple actions) from the action list. Then

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