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braincell
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32 bit Float

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I'm thinking about switching to 32 bit float in Cubase (from 24 bit). The Scope manual says that more bits will use more DSP power. I have 9 DSP chips. Will this really be an issue? I'm using Scope for mixing only and generally don't use a lot of the DSP load.
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Re: 32 bit Float

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I guess the best thing would be to just try it on a couple of different projects. I don't think the Scope 32 bit ASIO modules will use up a lot more dsp than the 24 bit modules, but can't say for sure.

But while on the subject of bit depth i came across a very good article that explains things so much better than I can, and it is definitely worth a read anyway as it also covers other related matters.

http://www.popmusic.dk/download/pdf/lev ... -audio.pdf

I got that link from the following GS page

http://www.gearslutz.com/board/music-co ... audio.html

He explains it very clearly so hope that helps a little at least :)
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Re: 32 bit Float

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More KHZ uses more DSP power. Bit width doesnt seem to make much difference on my system.
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Re: 32 bit Float

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Recording at 32float should not effect DSP in Scope at all.
Been recording in 32float for 10 years now (Samplitude) with no impact on Scope DSP.

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