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    Inspiron 1520 mic recording weird

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by Sepharite, Mar 5, 2008.

  1. Sepharite

    Sepharite Notebook Consultant

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    I tried recording my piano playing using Audacity and Sound Recorder, but when I played back, the notes are literally higher than they are. Also, it distorts to the point where it shouldn't be listened to anyone. And nah, I've had lessons, I think my playing is okay ><''

    Any ideas?
     
    Sepharite, Mar 5, 2008
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    I know that's a problem with some recordings (especially cassette) about pitches being off, but that sounds extreme. Sound drivers up-to-date?

    Oh, and mic drivers?
     
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    I'm assuming no (but I did get this laptop in December), where would I find these wonderful drivers? =)
     
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    In device manager you can click on the devices and choose to update them, or from the Dell website support.dell.com
     
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    Sorry for being a noob, but where can I find the drivers in the Support Site. I am completely blind =/
     
    Sepharite, Mar 6, 2008
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    There should be a link right there that says Drivers & Downloads. See attached.

    dell.jpg
     
    pixelot, Mar 7, 2008
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    I found the solution, it wasn't the drivers. For those who might the same problem, disable the enhancements in the Sound - Recording, in the Control Panel.

    Thanks for the help though, Pixel.
     
    Sepharite, Mar 13, 2008
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