Native Instruments B4 II - Manual (Page 26)

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Sample rate: The drop-down menu will display compatible sample rates for
your audio interface. 44.1kHz is the same sample rate used for CDs, and is
the most “universal” choice. However, some audio interfaces offer 48kHz and
96kHz (B4 II accepts up to 96kHz sample rates). These higher rates stress
your computer more, but offer somewhat better high frequency response. If
you are using B4 II standalone, choose whichever rate you prefer. When used
as a plug-in with a host program (
e.g., Cubase, Digital Performer, Logic, Sonar,
etc.), the host will determine the sample rate.
Output Device: Use ASIO written specifically for your audio interface (not
“ASIO DirectX” or “ASIO Multimedia,” unless no other choices are available),
or for the Mac, Core Audio.
Output Latency: This field displays the output latency. For some drivers you
can adjust the latency individually using a fader.
Adjust latency for the fastest possible setting that gives consistent audio
performance. The CPU may not be able to keep up with fast settings, result-
ing in possible crackles or pops in the audio. Slower settings will give more
consistent audio performance, but the amount of delay may be musically
unsatisfying.
Experiment with the latency setting until you find the best compromise be-
tween consistent audio performance and fast response. A quick way to adjust
latency is as follows:
Select any instrument and play it while moving the Latency slider.
Move the Latency slider to the left until you start to hear clicks in the audio
output.
Now move the slider to the right until the clicks disappear. This is the opti-
mum setting.