My synthesizer (Yamaha mx88) is plugged into the back (which has no gain controls) of my audio interface (Focusrite Scarlett 4i4) and that is plugged into my laptop (MacBook pro) running Focusrite control and Ableton live. The signal reads around -36db. Is this normal? Why is the signal so low?
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2can you provide more info: what settings on synth, what kind of interface, what input and gain are you using on it. etc– Rory Alsop ♦Oct 1, 2020 at 9:30
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1@RoryAlsop yes I'll do an edit– Cam WhiteOct 2, 2020 at 19:24
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Sounds like your signal is too low.
This can come, e.g. from impedance mismatch (i.e. output and input aer a bad couple).
Sometimes using the headphone output helps.
A preamp inserted might help. However, e.g. with impedance mismatch, you may experience more noise.
