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lowcost AD/DA converters ?
Posted: Tue Apr 22, 2014 6:06 am
by finfreluchette
Hello,
I want to add 8 analog inputs to my Pulsar II.
I saw that there are some lowcost solutions:
_ Berhinger ADA-8000
_ Berhinger ADA-8200
_ Alesis AI3
_ Motu 2408 Mk2 (in standalone mode)
_ Alesis ADAT Black (16 bits)
Any other idea ?
Do I need the Creamware Syncplate ?
Thanks you in advance.
Re: lowcost AD/DA converters ?
Posted: Tue Apr 22, 2014 7:48 am
by ehasting
No need for the sync plate, you can sync using the ADAT or spdif.
I have the MOTU mk2 (currently only working in standalone mode - after i managed to force the firewire cable in the wrong way

).
Its quiet good, but my impression after getting the Ferrofish A16mk2 is that it feels a bit dull in sound (compared). But its not bad.
I have heard good things about the ADA from behringer, and have considered getting 8200 as a cheap expansion.
The rest on the list is outside my knowledge
Re: lowcost AD/DA converters ?
Posted: Tue Apr 22, 2014 8:27 am
by Eanna
Presonus digimax fs.. Ad and DA.. Lively sounding pres..
Re: lowcost AD/DA converters ?
Posted: Tue Apr 22, 2014 8:48 am
by yayajohn
Eanna wrote:Presonus digimax fs.. Ad and DA.. Lively sounding pres..
I've had this Presonus for a few years now and am very happy with it.
Also, I bought this one (Sonorus-no longer in production)with my original Pulsar1 back in 99 and it is still working fine (in my brother's studio now)
http://www.ebay.com/itm/181371739445?_t ... EBIDX%3AIT
maybe you can find one like this used?
Re: lowcost AD/DA converters ?
Posted: Tue Apr 22, 2014 8:54 am
by garyb
yes, the Presonus is a good sounding choice.
if you are trying to get the most bang for the buck, i'd get the Behringer ADA8000. it's decent and has 8 mic pres that work in addition to the 8 channels of AD/DA for about $230 new.
Re: lowcost AD/DA converters ?
Posted: Tue Apr 22, 2014 1:49 pm
by finfreluchette
Thanks for your fast answers !!