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#776047 - 09/12/23 08:20 AM
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MAC issue: Where has the Line-in input gone in today's Mac computers?
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On my old Mac Pro (Intel generation) there was a dedicated "Line-in" input for transmitting sound directly into the computer, but now that I'm looking at getting a new Mac, I cannot seem to spot any mention of Line-in connectivity at all, on any model  Has Apple, in their infinite wisdom, decided we all just don't want such a thing anymore? And if so, how are my fellow MAC users transmitting sound into their computer these days?
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#776079 - 09/12/23 02:38 PM
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Re: MAC issue: Where has the Line-in input gone in today's Mac computers?
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I’ve owned several Macs since 2010 with my current one being a Mac Mini M2 Pro. From day one my input has been via a USB interface … so I’m obviously not any help!
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#776084 - 09/12/23 03:37 PM
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Re: MAC issue: Where has the Line-in input gone in today's Mac computers?
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I think Bud answered the question even though he thinks he didn't.
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#776094 - 09/12/23 06:59 PM
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Re: MAC issue: Where has the Line-in input gone in today's Mac computers?
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I’ve owned several Macs since 2010 with my current one being a Mac Mini M2 Pro. From day one my input has been via a USB interface … so I’m obviously not any help!
Bud +1 Get a proper audio interface.
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#776097 - 09/12/23 11:01 PM
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Re: MAC issue: Where has the Line-in input gone in today's Mac computers?
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I think Bud answered the question even though he thinks he didn't. That was my very thought too! 
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#776098 - 09/12/23 11:07 PM
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Re: MAC issue: Where has the Line-in input gone in today's Mac computers?
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Get a proper audio interface. Care to elaborate on your definition of the term? My keyboard doesn't transmit audio via usb, btw, only midi (hence why I've been going with simple line this far) which somewhat complicates the issue.
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#776108 - 09/13/23 05:25 AM
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Re: MAC issue: Where has the Line-in input gone in today's Mac computers?
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You can certaily get a MIDI to USB interface device. I have several made by Roland which work flawlessly (Roland UM-one). As a suggestion only...
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#776126 - 09/13/23 11:50 AM
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Re: MAC issue: Where has the Line-in input gone in today's Mac computers?
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You can certaily get a MIDI to USB interface device. I have several made by Roland which work flawlessly Well worth a look, thanks
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#776129 - 09/13/23 03:59 PM
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Re: MAC issue: Where has the Line-in input gone in today's Mac computers?
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Focusrite units are worth a look too (although I do like Roland and have a bunch of their stuff .. just not an audio interface curently)
They have two input devices fairly inexpensive (you'll want stereo for the keyboard).
I use a 2i2 for off site recording when needed (portable).
2i2 is USB powered and has a headphone jack and line outs for monitors .. pretty simple to set up
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#776136 - 09/13/23 05:55 PM
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Re: MAC issue: Where has the Line-in input gone in today's Mac computers?
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Get a proper audio interface. Care to elaborate on your definition of the term? My keyboard doesn't transmit audio via usb, btw, only midi (hence why I've been going with simple line this far) which somewhat complicates the issue. You're joking right? Elaborate on what? There's nothing complicated about any of this.
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#776146 - 09/13/23 08:41 PM
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Re: MAC issue: Where has the Line-in input gone in today's Mac computers?
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I was simply wondering after your first comment what might constitute as "a proper" audio interface in your view, that's all.
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#776147 - 09/13/23 08:45 PM
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Focusrite units are worth a look too (although I do like Roland and have a bunch of their stuff... As do I, including my keyboard, so I shall certainly look into your helpful tips, thanks 
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#776269 - 09/15/23 06:07 PM
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It's like trying to find a USB socket on an iPad  I like the Line In, Mic In and Speaker Out. 
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#776290 - 09/15/23 11:11 PM
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I like the Line In, Mic In and Speaker Out. My sentiment just, I'm the biggest "If it's not broken..." you'll get! 
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