FL Studio 9: Why can't I hear sound while I record?

Question

Okay, so. I'm using the demo version of FL Studio 9 so I can decide if I want to buy the full version or not. I make a basic drum track for the background and I play it and I can hear it just fine. I plug in my guitar, microphone, whatever, and press record audio into edison. It tells me I need to switch my output to ASIO. So, I switch my output to ASIO and it lets me record.
The thing is, I can only have 1 output at a time, so I can't make the output ASIO /and/ my speakers at the same time, so I can't hear anything while I'm recording. How can I fix this?

Answer 1

You shouldn't have the output as an input, what kind of ASIO are you using?

The way I record is through the mixer. Works fine, I use headphones to hear the track playback and record additional sounds (mic/guitar) plugged into the input of my soundcard. It then records to a .wav file. Feel free to contact me if you have detailed info & questions.

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Make sure to get the Producer Edition or Signature Bundle if you need audio recording, the cheaper versions don't include ASIO in recording or Edison.

Answer 2

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Answer 3

Many things could lead to distorted sound. Everything from overdriving the initial amplification, to a blown speaker. Set your volume low and listen again. If it sounds ok, you have a setting problem. Without knowing what system you're using, it's impossible to tell you how to set it. If you still hear a pop and a fuzz, then you need to look at your speakers.