Focusrite Saffire Pro 14

monkeytoffee

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Hi all

Just after some advice.

I've installed the Saffire Pro 14 onto my Dell PC which has W8 running on it.

I have a mic plugged into the XLR and it records perfectly into the DAW and relays back via the monitor (headphones).

However I can't get any sound from programmes like iTunes, Media Player and Spotify.

Under manage audio devices the Saffire is set as default for playback and recording. I've also disabled other devices listed, BenQ monitor, NVDIA graphics card etc.

Am I right in thinking I should be able to hear sounds from the other devices?
Is it something to do with the Mix Control software?

Any advice or ideas gratefully received.

Thanks
 

My Computer

System One

  • OS
    W8
    Computer type
    PC/Desktop
    System Manufacturer/Model
    Dell
I have a home recording studio, using Sonar X2.

I used to have a Saffire Pro 40 recording interface and not all "PC audio" would play through it. I would have to use the PC's sound card and speakers for some audio, such as Internet and Goldwave (audio editor). The Saffire Pro 40 died and I replaced it with a Roland Octa-Capture and it works about the same way - not all "PC audio" plays through the Roland and my headphones or studio monitors.

Focusrite is there in the UK and their tech suport is helpful and may have some suggestions for you, to set the Saffire Pro 14 as the "PC Sound Card" (if possible).
 

My Computer

System One

  • OS
    Win 10
    Computer type
    PC/Desktop
    System Manufacturer/Model
    Home Built
    CPU
    i7 6700K
    Motherboard
    ASUS ROG Maximus VIII Hero
    Memory
    16 Gb G Skill TridentZ DDR4 3400
    Graphics Card(s)
    Intel (i7 CPU)
    Sound Card
    RealTek Integrated
    Monitor(s) Displays
    27" Dell SE2717HR
    Screen Resolution
    1920X1080
    Hard Drives
    500GB Samsung 850 SSD, 3TB for backups
    PSU
    EVGA Supernova 750 G2
    Case
    BeQuiet Silent Base 600
    Cooling
    Deepcool Captain 120EX
    Keyboard
    Microsoft Wireless
    Mouse
    Logitech wireless
    Internet Speed
    Cable - 100MB Downlink
    Browser
    Edge/Firefox
    Antivirus
    Microsoft
    Other Info
    Sonar Platinum 64 bit recording studio software with MOTU 896Mk3 Hybrid recording interface unit.
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