Audio interface input gain question

torkolort

Inspired
A couple of questions:

I have a Focusrite Saffire 6 USB interface. It has a L-R input for Mic / Line / Instrument signals in one. Should I use Line or Instrument when connecting 1/4 from the Axe-Fx? Is does the input gain knobs alter the signal other than volume? I mean, I get the same volume if I have the input level in the Saffire at 10 o clock and the Axe-Fx output level at noon, as with input level at 3 o clock and output level at 8 o clock (ish). Also, what is the point of the pad switch? I know it attenuates the signal, but why use it?

Thanks!
 
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