Two usb mics and Audacity in Linux ubuntu

[Benigmatix]

Has anyone tried running two usb mics (for recording) into Audacity on Linux or Linux Ubuntu? Are there any pitfalls? I'm thinking of getting a second usb mic, then running them simultaneously to create two audio tracks which I have read is possible in Linux. I previously had a audio interface but I ran into problems with that at times.

 

[Benigmatix]

I've also read that two usb mics that are the same make (and model as I understand) might confuse the computer. But I'm thinking of getting a USB mic that's the same make as the old one but the next level up if that makes sense. Sub zero condenser mics.

 

[KGIII]

In the future, you can just edit your first post rather than making a 2nd post before anyone has even commented.

That said, I think Audacity only allows for a single input at a time. You want a digital audio interface. I'd have to go root around in the settings, but I think even Bitwig only allows a single input at a time. You can get a cheap interface for not a lot of money. You're likely to find deals at Reverb or eBay. If you want to go new, you can often find them on sale at the usual online music stores. They're not very expensive and you'll wonder why you waited this long to get one.

There's also a Linux for musicians forum out there. They'll be more suitable for music questions, though they're not very busy. They have some smart people there, from what I've seen.

 

[dos2unix]

If you really want multiple (stereo) inputs, I recommend a hardware mixer.
The other option is record each channel independently.

For just stereo, something like this works.

Amazon.com

But it you have a big band, You may need more channels.

Behringer Xenyx Q1204USB Mixer with USB

12-input, 2/2-bus mixer with 60mm faders, 3-band EQ, and USB Audio Interface

www.sweetwater.com

 

[Benigmatix]

In the future, you can just edit your first post rather than making a 2nd post before anyone has even commented.

That said, I think Audacity only allows for a single input at a time. You want a digital audio interface. I'd have to go root around in the settings, but I think even Bitwig only allows a single input at a time. You can get a cheap interface for not a lot of money. You're likely to find deals at Reverb or eBay. If you want to go new, you can often find them on sale at the usual online music stores. They're not very expensive and you'll wonder why you waited this long to get one.

There's also a Linux for musicians forum out there. They'll be more suitable for music questions, though they're not very busy. They have some smart people there, from what I've seen.

 

[Benigmatix]

Thanks for the advice and tips about audio interface, I have tried an audio interface before with varying degrees of success. I think with the fact that most audio interfaces have software designed usually for windows and Mac only there may be some future issues.

 

[Benigmatix]

If you really want multiple (stereo) inputs, I recommend a hardware mixer.
The other option is record each channel independently.

For just stereo, something like this works.

Amazon.com

But it you have a big band, You may need more channels.

Behringer Xenyx Q1204USB Mixer with USB

12-input, 2/2-bus mixer with 60mm faders, 3-band EQ, and USB Audio Interface

www.sweetwater.com

Do you mean a hardware mixer like they have at open mics to manage the sound? As opposed to an audio interface.

 

[dos2unix]

Do you mean a hardware mixer like they have at open mics to manage the sound? As opposed to an audio interface.

Yes.