Unable to change buffer size

[pilp]

Hi,

I'd like RME's buffer size change in PT (under Hardware) to take effect without the need to restart the app, but it doesn't. Anyone?

[sw rec]

Are you letting Windows use your PT interface as the “default sound device?” You need to designate that task to the onboard sound card.

[pilp]

oh. yes...my RME Babyface Pro is also my default W10 audio I/O as it has one set WDM device in its USB settings panel. Should I just turn that off then?

[sw rec]

You need to designate that task to the onboard sound card. If you don’t designate a “sounds” device, it’ll grab the first one it finds, which appears to be your RME. ProTools is a total diva when it comes to hardware sharing.

[pilp]

Thing is, I don't use my onboard sound card. In fact, I turned it off in my mobo's BIOS. Can't I just turn the RME WDM I/O off and call it a day?

[sw rec]

How will Pro Tools access it if you turn it off? See above. You need to designate SOMETHING for Windows sounds, even if you don’t intend to use them.