On Dec 30, 2006, at 5:32 PM, fusionhead5 wrote: > Core Audio Overload is a nasty, annoying problem that has plagued > me for years through > every computer (G4 and G5), every operating system upgrade, every > version of Logic, any > amount of tracks, any amount of plug-ins, or any other variation of > conditions. It seems to > be mostly random but unfortunately frequent. I personally believe > it is a problem with how > OSX handles data transfers either from hard disk and/or from DSP > cards (I am using two > UAD-1 cards) or converter (I am using a MOTU 828MkII). > > I have tried many bits of advice from LUG folks, UAD forum folks > and others and, though > some of these methods may reduce CPU load or disk access rates, I > have still not found > anything that has helped me avoid seeing this particular problem > occur repeatedly during > every session. I would love to find the silver bullet that kills > it, but I fear it is in Apple's court > and still doesn't seem to be on their radar. FH I'd be interested in seeing one of your sessions. I have 2 UAD-1's, a Powercore, and use either a Yamaha i88x M-Lan audio interface, a Digi M-Box Pro, or just use the digital out of my Mac, and do not see this issue very often. I have run sessions with as many as 40+ 44.1 24 bit tracks, and a handful of audio instruments, as well as 20 to 30 audio fx plug-ins, including 5 or 6 space designers. In my experience, I'd suggest that something else is the issue. Do you have a high quality line filter, power regulator, like a Tripplite? I have a 15 amp/ 1800 watt version, and run all the power to the gear in my studio through it. I used to have random issues before I got it, that have cleared up since. Have you tried playing audio just from the Mac, to make sure your audio interface, or one of the cables in your system isn't messing things up? Are you sure you don't have a 3d party plug-in that is causing the problems? There are over 15,000 users here on the LUG, and I would suggest that if this was such an overwhelming issue, that that wold be all we would ever be talking about. Most of the time, it is one of the things I've suggested, or maybe a hardware problem, like ram, a bad drive, logic board, or something as simple as a bad usb hub. I'd be happy to help if I can. I do installs and tech service here in LA for one of the bigger pro stores, West LA Music, and so far we haven't been able to overcome a problem, eventually. And please understand I'm saying this with no disrespect meant, really. I know how frustrating this computer stuff can be. Also, make sure you update to the latest UAD-1 drivers. There have been a couple of issues lately that are being solved with the latest updates. Good luck... George Leger III ________________________________________________________ http://www.myspace.com/georgelegeriii http://www.utopiaparkwaymusic.com Mac AND PC: The only way to fly 8-}