I'm looking for a reasonably priced, yet quality A/D / control surface. It'd be for a broad range of use from studio recording to theater sound design to video sound editing. I'm liking the US-428, is that decent? Would i need outboard pres? Also, is it worth the money for moving faders? Thanks.

I'm looking at reasonably priced control surfaces/ A/Ds. I'm liking the US-428, mostly for price. Is it gunna crap out on me or sound bad? is it decent enough? I need something for a broad range of work. Everything from video to theater sound design to studio recording. Worth the money? Also, how worth it would it be to splurge on moving faders, or is that overboard?

Hey all,

Wondering what outboard A/Ds you use when out on location. My current ones (inside an Alesis Masterlink) leave, , something to be desired...

Cheers,
Mike

I'm looking for a high-end converter unit to use as a front end for a PC native DAW (SONAR.) It's my understanding that...for such a device (Lavry, Apogee, UA, etc.) to interface with a PC DAW...I would need a PCI digital interface (e.g., AES/EBU.)

Is that correct?

Hi folks,

I have an orig MOTU 2408 with 20 bit A/D.
I would like to record into Cubase with 24bit
recording switched on.

Is it ok to use 20 bit A/D with 24 bit recording?
For ex, will I get any unwanted artifacts?

Any comments greatly appreciated - thanks

-jrmixman

First of all, I'm impressed by the level of professionalism and passion that people bring to these forums. A lot of very useful information is floating around in here. I've lurked on this board for a number of months and finally joined. I'm seeking some input on planned upgrades.

I've got the Digi002 and I want a 2 channel preamp and an A/D converter that I can then go into the SPDIF inputs of the 002. ...

I'm looking to spend anywhere between $1000-$2000 for both things together. I wonder if anyone has any suggestions for the best stuff I can get in this range for this purpose?

Thanks!

I'm looking at getting an 8 analog input A/D converter that converts to ADAT Lightpipe. The AI-3 is looking tempting, and I can't afford an Apogee. Does any have anything to say about the AI-3? I've read mixed reviews online. Any suggestions under $1500?

Can someone help me understand. Which matters most?
The digital to analog converters or the bit resolution?
Mainly, going to CD or even CD-R.

What do you think of the costs of A/D converters? Do you think cost really does represent the true value of them? Also if so or if not, which converters do you like or dislike?