Apple Logic Pro /LogicExpress Discussion

(cross-posted on Logic-users)

Hello all-
I am new at computer recording, but have had a bit of success. I am very happy with the sound quality (makes my mediocre playing stand out though!).

I have been getting system overload messages, and assume I may be pushing my computer too hard- it's a 933 mHz Quicksilver. I just save a lot and restart Logic often. I will work on getting something closer to 2gHz power.

One more problem I have-- In the "arrange" window, I have 12 tracks, but only ten are showing in the track mixer. Some have been somehow paired, meaning I will press record on one and the other shows the record button lit up, and the same when I press it again. One of those tracks does not show in the track mixer. Any ideas? I am sure it's something I've done, but can't find any answers so far. WHen I created a new track in the arrange window, it didn't show up in the track mixer.

Having recorded 12 tracks, I am on to mixing. I have a Logic Express 7 book from Amazon coming, which should help, but am wondering if anyone has any tips there, or a general overview of the mastering process.

Thanks in advance! I'm having a lot of fun, just running into some roadblocks.

-Brian