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# The Interface

### Main Console

<figure><img src="/files/1aQPmgwUUvmHphY3CjKP" alt=""><figcaption><p>Console Section</p></figcaption></figure>

### Level Controls

**INPUT TRIM**

* Adjusts the gain of your incoming signal
* Watch the input meter - aim for green with occasional yellow
* Red indicates clipping - turn down your interface or INPUT TRIM

**MASTER**

* Controls the final output volume
* Does not affect recording levels
* Double-click to reset to unity (0dB)

**Meters**

* Green: Good signal level
* Yellow: Hot signal (fine for peaks)
* Red: Clipping - reduce levels

### Status Indicators

**ACTIVE (Green Light)**

* Solid green: Audio engine running normally
* Off: Audio stopped - click to restart

**Sample Rate Display**

* Shows current audio sample rate (e.g., 48 kHz)

### Other Controls

**Console Icons**

* Tuner Icon - opens the tuner
* Metronone Icon - opens the metronome&#x20;
* Speaker Icon - mute toggle for the guitar/bass&#x20;
* Dim Icon - reduces the total volume
* Settings Icon - opens the user setting window

**Record & Practice Modes**

* Click the Record or Practice buttons to hide those sections.
* Both can be turned off completely in Settings&#x20;