MOTU 828mkII with external clock. Improvements?
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MOTU 828mkII with external clock. Improvements?
Hi guys! I got a question about using an external clock with a MOTU 828mkII. If I connect let's the SPDIF out from an Apogee Mini Me into the SPDIF in on my MOTU and choose to use the external clock coming from the Mini Me through the SPDIF, will it improve the sound of the MOTU unit. Will it's ins and outs sound better?
Why I ask is because I feel that I am not satisfied with the sound I get when recording. And now I have read stuff about external/better clocks that might improve the sound.
I greatly appreciate any help!
Best Regards
Why I ask is because I feel that I am not satisfied with the sound I get when recording. And now I have read stuff about external/better clocks that might improve the sound.
I greatly appreciate any help!
Best Regards
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I have been clocking my 828mkII with the Presonus Digimax FS for a few weeks now. I read Andy Hong's review and bought it right away.
I'd say it was a huge improvement, almost night and day than using the MOTU clock. It just sounds more clear, less hazy. I really don't know how to describe it better than that.
I'd say it was a huge improvement, almost night and day than using the MOTU clock. It just sounds more clear, less hazy. I really don't know how to describe it better than that.
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Update... WOW
Here's an update. I have had my MOTU clocked to the RME ADI-2 via SPDIF coaxial and other times SPDIF/TOSLink now for a while and noticed some improvement. But the BIG improvement slapped in the face a wek ago when I bought two optical cables and clocked via ADAT clock. I can't believe the punchy bass and wider stereo image I have now. It is absolutely no imagination. All the harsh treble calmed down, the bass impact multiplied and the steeo image improved alot. I feel like in heaven!
I just wanted you all to know. I am now a big believer!
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EDIT:
I don't know exactly why the difference is so big between SPDIF and ADAT clocking. Someone who can shine in and explain why this is the case?
I just wanted you all to know. I am now a big believer!
Best Regards
EDIT:
I don't know exactly why the difference is so big between SPDIF and ADAT clocking. Someone who can shine in and explain why this is the case?
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