Hey guys i just got my c4 mics in today and i had everything set up (pics to come) c4s>ua5>jb3 and was recording my computer playin music and it jsut doesnt sound right like some of the recordings ive herd with the same setup i have very little knowlage about dbs and stuff so if someone could help me out on how to set up the mics and what settings the ua5 and jb3 need to be on that would be awsome
No matter what you do, recording your PC speakers will never sound the same as recording a full PA at a bar / venue / arena.
MicsTry a variety of configs and see which you like best: DIN, ~7-8' high is a great starting point.
JB3turn off the IR remote
optical input
select WAV when recording
UA5ADV switch to OFF (on back of unit)
sample rate = 44.1k or 48k, your choice
Rec source = analog
Set your levels so the -3dB "peak" light on the UA5 lights up a handful of times over the course of a loud song. Use the JB3 meters go balance L/R channels since the UA5 has only a single light. It takes a while to get accustomed to setting levels with the UA5 and JB3 - don't worry, you'll get the hang of it. Or, get an SVU-1 or -2 for more precise metering. In the meantime, run a little conservatively - you don't want to clip.