RME ADI-2 Pro FS R Black Edition Review, vs. ADI-2 DAC!

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00:00 - Intro
01:46 - Unboxing & Design
02:34 - I/O & Controls
04:53 - Screen
05:41 - Two DAC Chips
07:38 - Headphone Amps
11:40 - Remote
12:25 - Equalizer/DSP Features
14:26 - DAC Performance
16:08 - DA/AD Filters
16:55 - ADC
19:25 - Not a Mic Preamp
20:20 - Software/Drivers
21:03 - Conclusion
22:02 - ADI-2 DAC vs ADI-2 Pro
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@TechReflex 3 года назад

Oh God, I just keep finding new things about this, even after months of getting it. At 7:16, I said that there are some limitations with EQ, because I thought you couldn't set subwoofer with a low pass filter below 200Hz, but the thing is that you can actually also set the first band to low pass filter, so if you want to only have

@xxgamerxxchrischris2325 3 года назад

Hiii man I am really really looking forward to seeing wether it is actually necessary to even have to buy a dac is it really truly necessary as much as I think it might be

@xxgamerxxchrischris2325 3 года назад

I really really could use some help getting some recommendations

@mikaeljonsson99 2 года назад

@@xxgamerxxchrischris2325 If you are used to phone or laptop on cheap headphones, you are going to have a religious experience with the ADI-2 PRO/DAC paired with some better phones. You dont need the $1500 Heddphone to do justice to these boxes. The Sennheiser HD650 @$300 is an excellent and very popular choice. If you are sceptic and doesnt need the AD recording part of the PRO version I would audition an ADI-2 DAC/Sennheiser HD650.

@alexfoxpoker Год назад

Very fast talk.

@ankurbaghel1293 29 дней назад

Im looking for one used

@gwapster13 2 года назад

This is a great device without any audiophile BS, and your review is equally no-nonsense excellent! Thanks for this.

@TechReflex 2 года назад

Thank you. :)

@AQUPAS 2 года назад

Perfect in depth overview, I am considering picking one up this holiday season. Thanks!

@TechReflex 2 года назад

Thanks and welcome. :)

@ANSWERTHECALLOFJESUSCHRIST 2 года назад

Such a helpful video. Contrary to some other reviewers, you say a lot of information with few words in an easy-to-understand way, and I appreciate that!

@sekritskworl-sekrit_studios Год назад

Agreed!

@FirearmTutorials 11 месяцев назад

Thanks for sharing all those details around the features and use cases. Really helped me dial in my choice.

@TechReflex 11 месяцев назад

@Admajors Год назад

You just sold me on getting this dac/amp over the non-pro model. You were very well-spoken and kept this very detailed, yet concise. Well done!

@metastaticmince2386 2 года назад

extremely good video on a great device. You are like RME - no snake oil, professional, rich in information and i learned a lot. The best part indeed was the snackpause :-)

@TechReflex 2 года назад

Thank you. :)

@compoundaudio 2 года назад

great video, ive been looking into these more and more, thanks for this excellent break down

@TechReflex 2 года назад

Thanks. :)

@carlosortega8357 Год назад

That was an excellent presentation and crash course on sound engineering for us regular audiophiles. Thanks a lot and keep up the good work! (from Colombia, S. America)

@TechReflex Год назад

Thanks and welcome :)

@darrylweller6143 2 года назад

Hi I really enjoyed your review, I have the hedd phones, Should I invest in the balanced cable?

@coolassloser 2 года назад

Wow this was an excellent review of all the use cases. I have an existing RME DAC 2 FS. I am considering the Pro version because I want to run a power amp and also integrate subs. So in the beginning of your review, you mentioned that switching between headphone out to line out does not work the same as the regular ADI DAC?

@TechReflex 2 года назад

Thanks, and it works the same as ADI-2 DAC on ADI-2 Pro, it's just that the DAC chips for one of the HP outs and rear line outs are different units, so you have to use the PH3/4 of you don't enable dual phone out mode.

@BradMaestas Год назад

So much great info here. I have been considering the Pro FS ADAC for so long and now I think this has pushed me to invest. Thank you for your efforts!

@TechReflex Год назад

Thanks :)

@ChandanSingh-tu4zk 2 года назад

I have no words to appreciate your efforts in making these videos. Just one word, "wow".

@TechReflex 2 года назад

Thanks!

@jimwiki 2 года назад

Thank you for a review,. I’m from Russia and I understood every advantage of the device in 20 minutes. Saved a lot of time :)

@TechReflex 2 года назад

That's great to hear :) Thanks, and welcome.

@richm4402 2 года назад

Thank you for this excellent review ! will the remote change input to analogue in ? I'd like to use the input for a HT bypass. Any chance it has a volume memory for inputs? thanks

@Megamare1 2 года назад

14:27 to check which DAC chip is being used look at your serial number. The ESS DAC will have a “C” located after your serial number whereas the AKM will not

@goodboid 3 года назад

Wow. Didn't know I can use the Adi2Pro's headphone out on my sub. That's gold! Thanks a bunch. As it stands, I hate my sub right now, but with the ability to EQ it now, it should make it more tolerable. Love your deep dives! Thanks again.

@TechReflex 3 года назад

Thanks and welcome. :)

@thomas95270 2 года назад

Hello, I would like to connect my sub to the 3/4 headphone outputs, but I don't know which cable I should use? my sub has a balanced xlr input, what would be the best choice? thank you

@TechReflex 2 года назад

You mean that your sub as dual XLR inputs, right? Does it also have RCA or TRS inputs?

@thomas95270 2 года назад

No, my sub own a xlr input so it's balanced. Thanks!

@TechReflex 2 года назад

Which model is it?

@parp2323 9 месяцев назад

Extremely thorough review, well done!

@TechReflex 9 месяцев назад

Thank you! ☺️

@mikaeljonsson99 2 года назад

Thnx for a great review! I can only concur to the ingeniuity of these two devices. RME has put all their studio digital knowledge, which goes back 25y, and put it into consumer DAC´s.

@subashgandhi4724 3 года назад

Me wearing a Bluetooth headset and thinking of buying this DAC. 😅.... Everytime i just Love your content bro..! So much of content behind every video. Kudos..!!

@TechReflex 3 года назад

Thanks. :)

@HardwareMana 3 года назад

Great video bro! It's a powerhouse for sure. I have one doubt. It's a USB Device so why not provide GUI for accessing the advanced features. Won't it simplify the process to a great degree? Is it related to signal degradation? Thanks!

@TechReflex 3 года назад

Except for things like renaming EQ presets, you can actually do things faster with the physical controls and remote, once you get a hang of it, and a lot of people don't use a PC with these devices. They do have software like DIGICheck for this and TotalMix for their other products, and there are some elements in their MADIface drivers control panel that let you control some settings like sampling rate and ASIO channels. Besides, most of the time that I am operating this, I already have software running on my screen, so not needing to switch to another GUI is something that I value, I used to use Equalizer APO earlier, and not needing to use that is a big relief as it interrupts your flow. Lastly, most DACs don't even have a screen or a menu system, and even the ones that have it have a very basic implementation, so this is lightyears ahead. They could develop a GUI for this, but that's mostly going to be a waste of resources, especially as most people don't really change settings after settling on the ones optimal for them.

@srg-yo 6 месяцев назад

Excellent review and comparison!

@jordanpop11 3 года назад

I’m mostly interested in the pro so my wife and I can listen simultaneously. Is the unit easy to change independent volume from the two headphone outputs? She usually listens at much lower levels than myself. GREAT review btw. Liked and subd

@TechReflex 3 года назад

Thanks, and yes, you can change volume independently easily, just pressing the volume button switches between which headphone out it controls, and you can also control it via menu.

@r1ley420 Год назад

I think this is the best review of the Pro I have seen. Mine arrives today. Are you able to attach multiple devices to the breakout cable? I want to be able to play music from my server through the Pro to my receiver. I can avoid using USB and use the AES XLR. To connect the turntable would I use the breakout cable RCA’s or the analog inputs with an adapter? Thanks

@alexfont 2 года назад

Congrats for the video 👍🏻

@SpaceEncounter 3 года назад

Great review! Which SW are you using for the recordings on the PC?

@TechReflex 3 года назад

Thanks! I used Adobe Audition for ADC Recordings. :)

@chaskunovich427 Год назад

Hello! Love the video and content! 😊👍🏻. Quick question, do you know the exact cable you are using to connect into the dual headphone ports of the Pro FS? It’s the XLR Female to dual 1/4 inch cable. Where were you able to purchase that exact one, do you remember? It looks nice and high quality!

@TechReflex Год назад

It had to be custom made, as I mentioned in video, it has Neutrik connectors, which are high quality. The diagram for it is in the manual, any one making custom cables should be able to help you with it.

@dentboxhero1717 3 года назад

Good job on simplifying the Pro's capability for the non pro audio users that are considering on purchasing. I also have both but FS was the more current purchase for me for desktop purposes.

@TechReflex 3 года назад

Thanks! A focus of this review was to simplify the complexities of this device, so great to hear that that was noticeable. :)

@dentboxhero1717 3 года назад

@@TechReflex Trust me, the other reviews from supposed to be expert audiophiles are sad to very infuriating as clearly they don't know anything about pro audio gear. Just because they are dumb founded on how to use and tap into the ADI-2 pro/fs features they pretty much make it as a huge con lol.

@04yellowjacket 2 года назад

Great review. I have owned every version of the RME ADI-2 DAC and I now have the 'PRO FS R Black Edition'. It is quite simply the best piece of audio gear I have ever come across. Even at a full list price of $2000 USD, it is an amazing value, worth every penny. I bought mine open box for $1300 (all in) and I could not be happier. In an amazing device that is absolutely LOADED with incredible features, the one feature I cannot do without is the 'loudness'. When listening with my favorite headphones (Audeze LCD-XC 2021), the loudness feature takes them from a 9 to a 10, especially when listening at very low volume. Once you set up and use RME loudness, there is no turning back! The RME ADI-2 DAC (or PRO) will make any good sounding headphones sound great and make great sounding headphones blow your mind. Also with the amount of power the PRO puts out in 'balanced mode" it can power any headphone on the market except E-Stats, ribbons or maybe the Susvara. Any other headphone you can name- Abyss 1266 TC, Hifiman HE6 or DCA Stealth, you name it. This amazing device has power to spare. - Snake oil NOT included.

@TechReflex Год назад

Yep, totally agree. :)

@levinste2750 Месяц назад

I have the RME ADI-2 DAC FS / headphones Dan Clark E3 Would you recommend to upgrade to PRO FS R Black Edition ?? I do not use speakers / monitors Thank you

@04yellowjacket Месяц назад

@@levinste2750 I don't think you NEED to upgrade. I have the Audeze LCD-5 which have the same sensitivity as your E3 and the ADI-2 DAC FS runs them fine. I do run them balanced from the PRO and it might sound a touch cleaner/wider (because in balanced there is less crosstalk), but we are talking MAYBE 1% difference here. If you look at the power charts for both RME units, you will see why the difference is small. At the lower impedances of our headphones (both the LCD-5 and your E3), the power difference between the RME ADI-2 DAC and the Pro in balanced, is only a few MW. The power difference is much bigger with higher impedance headphones.

@rpennon6912 Год назад

Absolutely the best review on the RME ADI-2 FS R BLACK EDITION hands down. I'm so glad I ordered this device a few days ago, I now feel I've made the absolute best choice....CUDOS TechReflex on a wonderfully produced review and video😬😬😬😬😬😬

@TechReflex Год назад

Thanks :)

@danfloresmusic Год назад

amazing review. thanks so much!

@TechReflex Год назад

@Alex-ut5qw 2 года назад

Great video! Might you please share your gorgeous wallpaper?

@veggienation4537 2 года назад

Amazing review, thank you

@TechReflex 2 года назад

@beskimo2 2 года назад

Hi thank you for your review on the Pro model. I was wondering where did you get the balanced cable adapter? That looks like it would be really nice to use with the HEDDphone. Thank you!

@TechReflex 2 года назад

As I mentioned, that was a custom made adapter made by the retailer I bought it from, and the store you are buying from should also be able to get you in touch with someone who makes custom adapters like those. The wiring diagram is present in the manual, which will let anyone who makes custom cables easily make an adapter like that. There are also ready made adapters available, but they are difficult to find.

@beskimo2 2 года назад

@@TechReflex Hi Thank you for the reply. I'm sorry I missed that part in the video. I did go to the manual on RME website and it was nice to see plenty of useful information.

@denemehesap1260 Год назад

Thanks for very detailed review. I am just looking for a DAC to connect with my Balanced AMP to listen headphones, I don't need other features actually. But can I ask if DAC is better in Pro FS or they are same when you listen them as a DAC through same AMP?

@TechReflex Год назад

The DAC is the same. Though, the Pro FS has AKM chips, while the DAC FS has ESS chips, and some people say AKMs are better. I'd just go with the DAC FS in your situation.

@giovannicordova1834 2 года назад

Hi Siddharth, first of all thanks for your amazing reviews - My main monitoring system is a pair of HEDDphone and a RME Babyface PRO FS and I'm pretty happy of how they sound together. Q1: Since I'm thinking of making a DAC upgrade I'm wondering if using the RME ADI-2 DAC would actually make a notable difference in sound. Q2: Do you really hear a big difference between the unbalanced 6.3 out of the ADI-2 DAC and the 2 balanced of the PRO? Thanks in advance. I mainly work on mixing and mastering and I always monitor at relatively low volumes. So all I'm looking for is the best detail and representation. Thank you in advance, Giovanni.

@TechReflex 2 года назад

1. The ADI-2 series does have better DACs than Babyface, Babyface was designed primarily as an interface, so even though it does have a nice DAC and amp, I think the ADI-2 series devices should sound significantly better. DAC differences may not be super dramatic though. 2. Coming to whether there's a difference between SE of ADI-2 DAC, and BAL Out of ADI-2 PRO, at least with the HEDDphone, I can tell you that there's a significant difference. It's not about the volume, but the overall 'body' of the sound, so even at lower volumes, the balanced out will sound better. There are Amps that can drive HEDDphone well in single ended mode well, but ADI-2 DACs HP Amp isn't amazing for HEDDphone. The HEDDphone just requires more power to sound right. I was also quite confused about this before getting adi 2 pro.

@giovannicordova1834 2 года назад

@@TechReflex Thanks a lot. That just resolved all my doubts :)

@linn4538 9 месяцев назад

I got into RME via the Babyface Pro (not the FS version). Then I moved up to the ADI-2 DAC FS (4490 dac Chipset) and I truly believe there was a noticeable improvement in sound quality when I compared them.

@wforkel1 Год назад

Thanks for the great review. I wonder if the device offers 32 bit floating AD conversion when used for recording. I did not find any relevant information in the published specs.

@TechReflex Год назад

I don't think it supports that.

@wforkel1 Год назад

@@TechReflex I’m afraid you’re right. Let’s hope that this will be delivered as an upgrade because the converters should be 32 bit float capable and this feature is meanwhile available even in low cost recorders eg from Zoom and Tascam. Would be great for digitizing vinyls.

@cvanstaden1980 Год назад

Thanks, great review. What cable connector did you use for the unbalanced to balanced connector for the Hedd headphones?

@TechReflex Год назад

It was a custom made cable, the diagram for it is in the manual, any custom cable manufacturer should be able to make it.

@cvanstaden1980 Год назад

@@TechReflex are you simply connect the Adi-2 to your Mac/PC with USB? If so, does it work well?

@wendohgermaine6448 2 года назад

Well I have to say this was a super good review.

@lvlingsheng 2 года назад

Hi, thanks for reviewing, I am wondering what's the adapter you showed in the video for HEDD headphone? The one from two 6.5mm to XLR. Thanks

@TechReflex 2 года назад

As I mentioned in review, that was a custom made adapter made by the retailer I bought it from, and the store you are buying from should also be able to get you in touch with someone who makes custom adapters like those. The wiring diagram is present in the manual, which will let anyone who makes custom cables easily make an adapter like that. There are also ready made adapters available, but they are difficult to find.

@filipkrstevski5449 2 года назад

I think those outputs are all balanced but one are xlr and the other twp are trs outputs good review cheers

@MerajTypeBeat 2 года назад

It was all thanks to you that I was able to decide on which one to get. I was stuck on what the real differences were between the units, but ended up going for the Pro FS R. Appreciate this detailed video!

@TechReflex 2 года назад

Thanks, that's great to hear. :)

@ethnicrao 2 года назад

Hai boss..very nice detaing about product

@jasoncarpenter2878 5 месяцев назад

Wow, great review.

@edenhunter9904 7 месяцев назад

thorough - good job. 😀

@milkyway8353 5 месяцев назад

great video man, thank you

@TechReflex 5 месяцев назад

@jeanbibi8970 2 года назад

Thank you for this analysis. I would still like to know what the sound is on a high-end hi-fi system. Is the product dynamic, the soundstage is well staged. Thank you

@TechReflex 2 года назад

Thanks, and yeah, this is pretty much amongst the best in all areas.

@linn4538 9 месяцев назад

We are currently testing the RME against some more expensive DACs (amplifiers used are Benchmark AHB2 and Bryston 4B3). We wanted to see how well the RME would fare; how close it would get. Surprised us by outperforming a DAC (just a DAC) that cost twice as much. @@TechReflex

@TechReflex 9 месяцев назад

@@linn4538 wow, that's an interesting find.

@JTB-- 3 месяца назад

Is the RME Pro using the AKM DAC chips in 2024? Great video btw. I'm trying to decide between the two units and your video is beyond helpful. Leaning towards the Pro for the Balanced HP option

@angelowiechert8900 3 года назад

Great video! Please, put some audio test!!

@TechReflex 3 года назад

I have put the ADC recorded files in description, you can compare them (original vs. Recorded) to see how good the DAC is at reproducing the signal. :)

@victorong9212 2 года назад

Would you recommend basic or pro if I mainly plan to use it for a Totl IEM? Also, is it suitable for the Unique Melody Mest MK2 or Sony IER Z1R iem?

@TechReflex 2 года назад

Basic would be better, because it's extremely low noise IEM out can be essential for very sensitive IEMs, especially on the higher end, and you only need the pro version for extremely demanding headphones.

@erfzjepacapej7648 Год назад

Can you use the trs outputs on the back to connext your hardware synth? Then use the analog inputs to complete the loop? Also assuming the front 2x trs can be used to record analog synths?

@letsgobrandon6545 2 года назад

Can I use USB input and then Optical out to another DAC? Does EQ work w SPDIF out in this case?

@giltayag2543 2 года назад

Hi Thanks for this video. I am wondering if I can connect this dac/ amp to a powered or active speaker like the bang &olufsen beosound 2 or is it too much power for the speaker. Thanks

@TechReflex 2 года назад

Yeah, this is meant to be paired with active speakers only, it can't power passively powered speakers without a speaker Amp.

@giltayag2543 2 года назад

@@TechReflex thanks for your timely reply. More power to you!

@harishdesai269 3 года назад

Great information bro 🙂 Can you please suggest me the best gaming headset between Rs 2000 to Rs 2500 ? Love your videos BTW 🤠

@TechReflex 3 года назад

Thanks, you can go for OneOdio A71, or EKSA E900 Pro if you want the most comfortable headset (but it doesn't sound as good as A71), I'll also be making video on the new Boat gaming headphones next. :)

@harishdesai269 3 года назад

@@TechReflex Thanks bro! But boat headset is not having 3.5 mm jack 🌚

@AshutoshSingh-wg5km 3 года назад

Thumbnail game on point.

@TechReflex 3 года назад

Thanks, spent a lot of time on that. :)

@luca_rr4660 2 месяца назад

Great review! Thanks. Is it possible (on the non pro version) to set a low pass filter separately for both the RCA and XLR outputs? And can volume to the RCA output and XLR output be separately changed? Thinking to connect 2 stereo subwoofers to the RCA outputs and main speakers to the XLR outputs. Thank you.

@TechReflex 2 месяца назад

No, that cannot be done. Output will work on both RCA and XLR, but they can't be separately controlled. You could use the PH3/4 out as a separate output for subwoofers tho which can be controlled and EQed separately.

@StefanUrkel 2 года назад

TechReflex I am curious have you tried HQplayer with rme 2 and tried upgraded power supply? Wonder if it makes significant improvement. Also have you tried REW or Dirac? Lastly, have you compared headphone amp to something like drop thx 789?

@TechReflex 2 года назад

I used REW to generate filters for room correction for my speakers, and I use them with adi-2 pro. Haven't tried HQPlayer. Upgrading power supply doesn't seem to make a difference, according to what I've read in RME forums.

@StefanUrkel 2 года назад

@@TechReflex did rew make a big difference?

@TechReflex 2 года назад

@@StefanUrkel Yeah, but REW was just used for measuring room with a measurement mic, then dialing in those settings in ADI-2 PRO, or you could use any software with parametric EQ.

@anupamkakkar 3 года назад

So what I understand from your review is that I can use an external Amplifier with all the features of ADI-2? I believe there are some features dedicated to ADI-2 amp?

@TechReflex 3 года назад

Yeah you can use all features of ADI-2 DAC / Pro with an external amplifier, whether you connect it via XLR/RCA/TRS/Front HP Jack. All features available with ADI-2 Amp can also be used with an external amplifier.

@rohanleander 3 года назад

Dude can you make a video of the best beginning dac and amp offerings.

@TechReflex 3 года назад

Yeah, I had to get some thing top tier for comparison, so I could test the beginner stuff. Will try to cover once I find some nix option (current best option is ZenDAC but that's like 11-12K device, so I am not sure if it can be truly classified as a beginner device)

@goodboid 3 года назад

If you're looking for an entry level interface, that has great headphone outs, check out Julian Krause's channel where he compares the HP outs of all the beginner level interfaces. I think the video is called "Interface Headphone Amp Comparison"

@bluesteelbass Год назад

What sampling settings have you decided to use when listening to music or gaming? I found oversampling to 192 kHz, and having the filter set to Slow or SD Slow produces the best results to my ears and setup. Although this setting technically causes lag / delay because of oversampling, I have not had any issues playing games on a TV with input and processing lag around 12 milliseconds. Be carefult when using this oversampling setting. Make sure there is proper ventilation around the RME, or even have a small fan blowing through it. The processing power to oversample a 44.1 kHz track is not a small task. The learning curve is far larger for this compared to other DAC/ADC units. The payoff in sound quality is well worth it.

@TechReflex Год назад

I use NOS filters, works great with my Adam speakers and HEDDphone with AMT drivers, as they can sometimes be a bit bright, and it also sounds more natural.

@tomfoxmusic 2 года назад

great vid!

@TechReflex Год назад

Thanks!

@EternallyNone 2 года назад

Though I completely agree with you that hardware eq is better, 5 band just doesn't cut it for me. But again most other dacs dont even have eq

@04yellowjacket 2 года назад

With the latest firmware updates the unit can be configured to add the B/T 9bass and treble) to the saved EQ profiles, effectively making it 7 bands.

@BKZ55 Год назад

Thanks for the video. Can I connect studio monitors? I have a preamp. Would the recording chain be correct : microphone into the preamp into the rme into my laptop via USB? Thank you

@TechReflex Год назад

Yep, that is correct, and you can of course connect powered studio monitors.

@BKZ55 Год назад

@@TechReflex thank you for the quick reply. 🤝

@samk.871 2 года назад

Is it capable of running speakers, shelf speakers or maybe bigger? Can you show me couple of mid to high end speakers that it can run, power wise? Thanks for the help

@TechReflex 2 года назад

This isn't a speaker amplifier, so it will only send audio signal to speakers. You can either use active speakers with it, or use a speaker amplifier.

@samk.871 2 года назад

@@TechReflex thanks for the info. One more question please, to add this DAC between music source and speakers or headphones understanding that if I have floor speakers then I need amp, what is the benefit to the sound I will get?

@TechReflex 2 года назад

The sound signal that you get will be of highest quality, then it depends on the quality of speaker and headphones. If you have high end speakers and headphones, then this device will provide the needed quality to them.

@samk.871 2 года назад

@@TechReflex Also, for personal use at home (non professional use) should I get the basic or the pro black edition with money not being an issue? What is the differences between the pro and the regular one?

@TechReflex 2 года назад

Basic DAC version is good enough for most people who just want to listen to music using this. You only need this if you have special power demanding headphones like the HEDDphone, or you need to record audio signals. For just using with speakers the basic DAC version is as good as the pro version.

@Seconds84 2 года назад

What adapter would you buy to turn it into a balanced headphone amp?

@TechReflex 2 года назад

There's a readymade adapter by some brand (I showed in video), that could work, or you could contact anyone who makes custom cables and ask them to make an adapter with Neutrik or Amphenol connectors by sharing the wiring diagram provided in the manual.

@___joez 2 года назад

can you give more guidance on how you made the balanced quarter inch to XLR adapter??

@TechReflex 2 года назад

The wiring instructions are in the manual, you just need to find someone who knows how to make audio cables, and they should be able to make it for you. I got it made by my retailer (Ansata computers), but you could also ask the retailer in your region, or anyone who makes custom audio cables, it should be easy. Ready made adapters are available from some brands, but I am not sure about their availablity in different regions.

@___joez 2 года назад

@@TechReflex ok thanks. Amazing video btw good work

@fahryst 2 года назад

So if I understood correctly, analog outputs each use one of the dac chips. Only if you use headphone outs in balanced mode it uses both of the chips. So if you use an external amp, it shouldn't be different from Adi-2 dac technically.

@TechReflex 2 года назад

Yeah, that's correct. However, if you really want to use both dac chips for some reason, you could connect the HP outs in balanced mode to the headphone Amp (as they can also work as line level outputs), though I don't think would make a big difference in sound.

@billymisfits 2 года назад

where did you get the balanced female xlr to dual 1/4 adapter? can't seem to find it even on amazon.

@TechReflex 2 года назад

It was custom made, as I mentioned in video (along with how you can also get one made)

@billymisfits 2 года назад

@@TechReflex thanks. will be sure to watch the entire video 👍

@sebastianhanzlik4644 3 месяца назад

Very imformative! Asome video.

@TechReflex 3 месяца назад

Thank you!

@jaykabel 3 года назад

Can you please add a link to the dual 1/4" to 4-pin XLR adapter you use?

@TechReflex 3 года назад

Mine was custom made by my Indian retailer Ansata.net, but I think many other retailers must also be able to make one. There's a diagram in the manual on the wiring of the adapter. The ready-made one I showed in video screenshot is made by Dyson Audio, but I am not sure where you can buy that: www.zozcollection.com/product/new-dyson-audio-rme-adi-2-professional-silver-balanced-headphone-cable-adapter/

@strngbns1370 2 года назад

wow,VG review!

@anatol1204 2 года назад

Can you add 2 chanel external pre amp and use it like interface for a hi end stereo recording for example ?

@TechReflex 2 года назад

It can record analog signal from a preamp in very high quality, though the output level on it is line level, so it won't drive full sized speakers if they're not powered.

@TechReflex 2 года назад

No it can't be used as mic pre Amp, you'll have to add a preamp between this and mic.

@anatol1204 2 года назад

@@TechReflex so i can add the stereo mic pre in the inputs but i won t be able to listen very well throughout my speakers?and what about the headphone out ?

@TechReflex 2 года назад

If you add stereo pre, then you can record/listen to your mics via speaker out (I said it had line level output), you can plug it into an active speaker or a speaker Amp that is powering speakers.

@anatol1204 2 года назад

@@TechReflex thanks very much for the answers..i try to avoid to buy also new interface because i have the fireface400 and i m not totally satisfied by the pres the headphone amp and maybe the DA conversion.I thing this machine must be many steps up..

@atacamabeatsindierecording8406 2 года назад

Hi, what about if i just want to mix and master. The DAC, not the pro, can be usefull. I would keep my m-Tracks eight for Recordings ?????

@TechReflex Год назад

Yeah, you can just use the DAC, though, I can bet that you will find a use for pro in future, especially with all the digital inputs and outputs it has.

@SS-cl5ph 2 года назад

does this one has a ui interface on computer so I can change settings on screen instead of looking at the small screen

@TechReflex 2 года назад

No, you'll have to use the small screen.

@ankurbaghel1293 29 дней назад

Wants to buy one used

@franciscojimenez7169 Год назад

CAN RME BLAC EDITION THIS BE USE AS PREAMP AND DAC WITH THE PEACHTREE GAN 1??

@mrmrschandvlogs8927 3 года назад

can i directly record vocal with an external preamp to pc without any audio interface??

@goodboid 3 года назад

You need to convert the analog signal into digital. The preamp just boosts the analog signal, doesn't convert to digital. So, no you can't.

@mrmrschandvlogs8927 3 года назад

@@goodboid it is ad da converter ??with usb output??

@goodboid 3 года назад

@@mrmrschandvlogs8927 Yes. But unlike the Adi2Pro, which is a AD/DA convertor only, most interfaces come with mic pre-amps. All interfaces have AD/DA convertors (via USB or Firewire) but not all AD/DA convertors have mic pre-amps.

@mrmrschandvlogs8927 3 года назад

@@goodboid so i asked if i connect a external mic preamp.. . With it... Can it record via it's usb port to pc??

@mrmrschandvlogs8927 3 года назад

@@goodboid i know it doesn't have mic preamp....

@BangaloreSnaps 3 года назад

Super👍✨

@johnratcliffe6438 2 года назад

Someone summarise please; does the Pro offer sufficent additional performance to justify the cost? I really don't like ESS.

@TechReflex 2 года назад

The Amp and dac performance is same unless you run balanced, and pro has lots of additional digital I/O features. Now they have different DAC chips, so it's a bit complicated, but the Pro is easily worth the extra cost, especially if you don't want to add a dedicated Amp to the setup.

@johnratcliffe6438 2 года назад

@@TechReflex Perfect, thank you!

@raztube90 2 года назад

But in terms of audio quality and jitter speed both of these units are same right? I honestly just need a DAC I might just get the DAC version.

@TechReflex 2 года назад

ADI 2 DAC ans ADI 2 PRO are using different DAC chips now, so there might be minor differences.

@raztube90 2 года назад

@@TechReflex which one got an upgrade?

@04yellowjacket 2 года назад

@@raztube90 Not an 'upgrade' really. I have owned all versions of the RME ADI-2 (DAC V1, V2 with AKM or ESS also PRO AKM). From a DAC standpoint they all sound the same. There may be differences, but they will be very subtle, mostly coming down to filter selection. The latest 'upgrade' only applies to the DAC version. There is supply issues with the AKM 4493 (factory burned down) so they switched to ESS ES9028Q2M. The PRO will continue to be produced using the AKM 4493, which is what I have currently.

@linn4538 9 месяцев назад

How does the SDLD filter (AKM 4493) sound compared to the ESS Brickwall filter? Thank you if you can provide an answer. @@04yellowjacket

@kurt120032002 6 месяцев назад

a) so far we got 3 different reports. 1st that "they don't sound the same" 2nd "non-pro measures better" and 3rd. that "fs and pro sound exactly the same" at this point is anyone's guess if for the dac alone is any difference. b) this is a DS dac. The only NOS dacs are DSD DACs and R2R DACs. it is imposible to have a nos DS DAC just like it is impossible to have a PCM DAC play DSD natively or vice versa. Unless there are 2 DACs in that box, and I strongly doubt there are, this is not a native DSD dac.

@manykzdj792 5 месяцев назад

Rme adi-2 pro better than antelope amari?

@2k9flash 8 месяцев назад

I have a Rme Adi-2 DAC FS which has unbalanced headphones output. Is there any way to make it balanced somehow by connecting any external device? If yes, can you recommend any make and model and how can I connect it ?

@TechReflex 8 месяцев назад

You can connect a balanced headphone amp and connect it to the line out of the ADI 2 DAC, and you'll get balanced output. Aune S7 Pro and Topping A90 are such devices.

@2k9flash 8 месяцев назад

@@TechReflex those 2 amps are a bit expensive but thank you for your answer.

@tango_gru 6 месяцев назад

Do they have separate models for 220 Volt and 110 volt ? or both voltage standards are supported by the same device ???

@TechReflex 6 месяцев назад

The power adaptor can be plugged into both 220 and 110 V, so it works with both levels of voltages.

@tango_gru 6 месяцев назад

@@TechReflex thanks a lot .... this makes a lot of difference for me

@SanjayVinayak Год назад

Where did you get the dual balanced to XLR adapter for this?

@TechReflex Год назад

Got it custom made from Ansata

@FaramarzMoeeni Год назад

Would you please give me a link to buy the Dual 6.3m to XLR adapter here? Or even the brand name of that converter.

@TechReflex Год назад

It wasn't readymade, I had to get it custom made by a pro audio equipment shop. There's a diagram in the manual, you may use that to get it made by someone who makes custom audio cables.

@FaramarzMoeeni Год назад

@@TechReflex tnx

@sekritskworl-sekrit_studios Год назад

What do you think of the new 2/4 version?

@TechReflex Год назад

Pretty good, but overkill IMO, the new 4.4mm balanced out is nice, but you can already do that with this with an adapter. And the other extra channels are not that necessary IMO, esp when you can already do 4 channel out with ADI-2 Pro.

@jaycranmer2001 4 месяца назад

Does this work with xlr microphones and if it does how much better is the microphones quality better than the rme baby face?

@TechReflex 2 месяца назад

Doesn't work with XLR mics directly. Need a preamp in between.

@invincible2536 3 года назад

How's shanling's UA 1 the most affordable dac

@TechReflex 3 года назад

It should be good, however I am not sure if it'll provide a dramatic difference over devices that you may already have. Many flagship phones at least come with pretty good dac+Amp these days.

@invincible2536 3 года назад

@@TechReflex Thank you bhai

@d_dude_is_here 2 года назад

Are you selling rme adi ?

@happyforestgump1 Год назад

can you set up two different audio zones on roon since it has two dacs?

@TechReflex Год назад

It does show separately selectable DACs in USB mode, so probably yeah.

@happyforestgump1 Год назад

@@TechReflex interesting, thank you.

@Seconds84 2 года назад

Anyone know the power output in balanced headphone mode for 300 and 600 ohm headphones?

@TechReflex 2 года назад

Check out the graph on top at 7:40

@Seconds84 2 года назад

@@TechReflex thank you, hard to get exact numbers but I appreciate it

@raginisharma2235 3 года назад

Very nice

@sancessounds 8 месяцев назад

Aren't the headphone quality on both machines the exact same?

@TechReflex 8 месяцев назад

Single HP out is the same, but when you use the adapter to use it in balanced mode, the power output on Pro model doubles.

@jatinsingh2276 3 года назад

hey from where you got a money printing machine? XD

@AbhishekYadav-jg2cv 3 года назад

ever heard robbery

@ee1yd 2 года назад

yes, hello tech support? another one has escaped

@KritarthKundan 3 года назад

Bro when you are uploading your room tour ??

@TechReflex 3 года назад

As soon as I can finalize getting one final remaining upgrade, which should happen soon.

@6doublefive3two1 3 года назад

I was a little disappointed TotalMix FX wasn't included. It would be much easier to make adjustments in TotalMix FX than the very small display.

@RobertoMusu Месяц назад

but can the two side outputs be used for 2 pairs of monitors?

@TechReflex Месяц назад

XLR and RCA can be used at the same time, but volume control will be tied between 2 pairs. PH3/4 and XLR outputs can be used as 4 channel outputs with individual volume and EQ controls between two pairs.

@RobertoMusu Месяц назад

@@TechReflex What does it mean that it will be tied between two couples?

@TechReflex Месяц назад

@@RobertoMusu means it will control volume of both pairs at same time, and EQ settings can also not be separated between two pairs.

@RobertoMusu Месяц назад

@@TechReflex So if I would like to use two pairs of different monitors what should I do? I’m very confused about this part here

@TechReflex Месяц назад

@@RobertoMusu you can use them, and adjust the volume using the volume control knob on the monitors. You can decrease or increase volume of all monitors at the same time using the ADI device.