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How to... Record your tracks
Recording: Home equipment
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06 Soundcards
There are loads of different cards with many different configurations.

How to... Home recording basics
The card will fit inside your computer and what's called a 'breakout box' sits outside.

This contains all the ins and outs that you'll need for your audio connections.

You can buy cards with 16 or more inputs and the same goes for the number of outputs but you'll only need a card that meets your immediate needs.

If you're just starting out, a soundcard with 4 ins and 4 outs should meet your requirements.
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