Thank you, Hugh. Clock source advice noted (never thought of that).

Just curious: the Focusrite Scarlett range has (at least some of them) loopback recording internally, whereas the Clarett range does not. Is it possible for me to run an optical cable from ADAT out to ADAT in and use this as loopback if the need should arise? No practical application for this, just ...

If I understood your question correctly you want to record the Boss instead of going direct into Amplitube? How are you connecting the GX-100? Line out to line in would be the best way, and enable input monitoring on the Scarlett. I don’t know that particular interface, but have a Focusrite myself. ...

Haven’t been able to find Line audio, unfortunately. I'm surprised because they are manufactured in Sweden. However, they only sell through certain specialist dealers like https://www.scandinavianphoto.no/line-audio/cm4-condenser-microphone-1053650 Thanks - never occurred to me to check a photo/cam...

Thank you all. Røde seems to be the most available brand here in Norway - both the M5 and NT5 matched pairs are in stock. Haven’t been able to find Line audio, unfortunately. As for the MIDI keyboard, I think I need properly decide what I actually need, as the amount of choice is overwhelming for a ...

I've been thinking about getting either one or two mics for recording solo acoustic steels string guitar. My options are either getting one additional mic to use with my ancient Røde LDC, or buy a set of two matched SDCs. I'm thinking that the latter option is the more versatile, as that would enabl...

Quick update: got the Clarett and got it hooked up. Threw out the Behringer line mixer and Chinese Neve pre knockoff. Now running four mics into the UA 4-710D, and line out into the Clarett. In addition, two mics and instrument DI into the Clarett. Impressions of the Clarett were very positive. Buil...

Using the ADAT optical ports for additional inputs is a great way to expand an interface. No problem with that. The question is whether the latency-free mixer (which normally routes analogue inputs directly to the headphone output bypassing the computer and thus its associated latency) can access t...

Hi everyone Just thought I’d pop back in here and let everyone who’ve helped me know that I ended up buying a Focusrite Clarett+ 8pre. My Duet started acting up, so it forced my hand. Haven’t gotten it yet, but looking forward to get something newer and more practical with my current setup. Thanks a...

Yes, 2ms is not much and probably wouldn’t bother me. I think rule of thumb is a foot/ms or thereabouts.

Thanks, James. 2ms sounds quite tolerable. I'm not sure about the monitoring either, but it seems to be the recommended way to expand inputs by, e.g., using the Octopre in Focusrite's literature, so I would kind of expect it to be possible. As I understand the documentation, the ADAT channels from a...

Thanks for that quick and thorough reply. Seems I'll be going analogue then. Didn't quite understand what you meant with the ADAT in - there is an optical out from the UA preamp, and an optical in on the Clarett, but seems like latency-free monitoring is out anyway when using that, so I'll just go w...

I've ordered a new interface - Focusrite Clarett+ 8pre - and I'm thinking about connecting my UA 4-710D preamp via ADAT optical. If I understand it correctly, the usual solution for latency-free monitoring is to have the montor signal pass through the interface directly without AD/DA conversion. Wil...

I think if you think RME are the gold standard, buy one. In answer to your second question, about the UA preamp, I’d keep it, just as an alternative. Thanks - I’ll keep the pre. As for RME, I don’t know, I’ve never used one. I was referring to the high esteem they seem to be held in by several peop...

I think if you think RME are the gold standard, buy one. In answer to your second question, about the UA preamp, I’d keep it, just as an alternative. Thanks - I’ll keep the pre. As for RME, I don’t know, I’ve never used one. I was referring to the high esteem they seem to be held in by several peop...

RME has always been thought of as the gold standard, as I understand it. For my needs, I see the relevant models are too expensive. The Babyface could work, but for various practical reasons a desktop model is not ideal. Thank you all who’ve contributed. Are there any thoughts on whether to keep the...

The Elf wrote: ↑Thu Jun 22, 2023 10:06 am If your budget runs to it I would offer up the RME Fireface range for consideration.

Sorry, for some reason I misread your post as RME Babyface. I’ll take a closer look at the Fireface.

I’d say go for the Clarett, we all have different opinions, and priorities, but as far as sound quality goes, I’d say you’ll be very happy with the Clarett. I’ve owned various Focusrite interfaces over the years, and the sound has always been very good. RME have a great reputation for software comp...

Thanks, it has crossed my mind. I would ideally prefer the 19” form factor, but the price is similar. Will absolutely think about it

I’ve previously asked a few questions regarding interfaces, and I’ve gotten good answers from the membership. This has in turn made me think about the practicality (or lack of it) with my current setup. Currently I’m running an ageing Apogee Duet 2, which is fed from a Behringer line mixer (the weak...