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analogtones

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SM Pro Audio ADDA DAC - Anybody use this? new

#629271 - 22/06/08 07:33 PM

Hello,

I'm looking into a ADDA converter to connect via spdif to my audio interface. I own a Tascam US-144 audio interface, and don't really know how the DAC is inside of it--and I'm limited to using a usb audio interface. I will be recording instruments/vocals/analog synths.

After doing some searching, I came across the smpro DAC, but cannot find a single review online.

Is anybody familiar with this--and will it increase the quality of my recordings?

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Re: SM Pro Audio ADDA DAC - Anybody use this? [Re: analogtones]
#657046 - 16/09/08 09:59 AM

Hi
I'm thinking of doing the same thing myself. How did you get on??

Cheers,
Al.

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Re: SM Pro Audio ADDA DAC - Anybody use this? new

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#657153 - 16/09/08 01:15 PM

If you're attempting to improve audio quality by adding a ADC/DAC then you may be disappointed, since most budget models are unlikely to provide higher quality than those already found in typical modern interfaces.

Think about it - audio interfaces sell in far greater quantities than standalone converter boxes, so their prices tend to be a lot keener.

I respect SM Pro Audio (I have one of their M-Patch 2 monitor controllers in my studio) but for them to put a ADC and DAC into a 1/2 rack case, along with two mic preamps, and then sell it for £200+VAT means that while I'm sure it will sound good, it's unlikely to sound any better than a £200 interface with similar features.

If you have a £200 interface and want to achieve better audio quality by spending an additional £200, a safer bet is probably to sell your existing interface and buy a new one costing £300+

Martin

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