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The MOTU M4 is congested but has more apparent bass than all the others which tells me its not the cleanest

@@ZiwaHD Got you.

@@nafawi7965 Thank you ! The gear list is shown in the video . This was done as a single performance at 24bit 48 kHz into the Akai force then played back from Akai Force into all others for the sake of consistency . If this was recorded live through each of the devices there would inherently be slight variations in performance thus tarnishing objectivity.

@@ZiwaHD Got it. So you re-recorded the signal into each interface. Wasn't sure if you used a splitter to capture simultaneously.

@ no splitters involved ; used highend balanced Vovox cables for the transfer

@@ZiwaHD While I have you on the line, can you clarify something about the Quantum HD units. Website reads 32-bit (not 32-bit floating point). Elsewhere on UA-cam, some reviewers believe that the HD2 and HD8 record in 32-bit floating point...perhaps since Studio One can record into 32-bit floating point. Can you verify what is actually true? Thanks again !

@@nafawi7965 studio one can record way above 32bit … studio one is a 64 bit DAW . The HD versions are indeed 32 bit and the ES version is 24 bit 😌

@@JoeyBendito 🙏

Sí, de hecho

@@Freddiebeans101 🙏

My bad

I will soon ! busy and hot summer 118 to 121 degree weather’s no joke and that AC bill is killing me 😢!

@@ZiwaHD dang, good luck with that AC, and I can't wait bro.

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@@deansaghafi8926 your take on Motu and Antelope was spot on . Quantum is not even at the almost stage though ! I reckon it has something to do with UA-cam streaming!

@@ZiwaHDWhat do you mean by this? The Quantum was as good at the Antelope or worse?

@@gregdeluca3469 nah quantum is no where near Antelope Pure 2 😂🤣 quantum is okay and can get basic recording down but not mastering whatsoever!

@@ZiwaHDI hear ya. I have an Antelope Orion HD. It sounds great but I’ve had nothing but problems with their software/drivers. They’re trash tbh. I’m just looking for something reliable that’s also not a step back.. sounds like this is a step back unfortunately. Thanks

@@gregdeluca3469 🤣😂funny you say that I tested the Orion Studio and latest Motu 828 this weekend. Antelope pure 2 still beats it in so many ways but you can tell they have the same DNA 🧬. l might make a new video about what we experienced in the process of driver and software installation…..!

I appreciate the fuel ⛽️ I get from supporters like you … I get to keep the fire burning 🔥

@@tri-unetrl3966 it has good dynamic range and goes loud enough for discomfort … you won’t need an external amp

@ZiwaHD K thanks bro

@@tri-unetrl3966 If your studio is not making income don’t buy an external preamp…the preamps on this are really clean 🧼 and are enough to handle any mic or signal you feed it! If you are looking for a color, then a tube preamp, or a channel strip should be on your wishlist for when you can afford it !

@ZiwaHD K cool thanks! Do you have a FB or IG?

@@tri-unetrl3966 same name on both ZiwaHD

Channel count indeed ; ensembles, bands etc

@ZiwaHD Oh okay cool. I have the HD2 but I'm thinking about returning it and buying the HD8 for only two reasons but still crucial to me. #1 because of the extra headphone jack #2 to save desk space I don't know if all the other features are going to benefit me, like all the extra ins and outs what do you think? I mean, I don't record live bands and such. I just produce beats and record songs by myself for the most part. What else could I benefit from the HD8 if I was to get it??? Your opinion.... 🤷🏽 Thanks in advance 🙏🏽😉

@@tri-unetrl3966 HD2 will suffice for your needs it seems ; HD8 will indeed give you the option to have a dedicated headphone out in the event you need to record someone e.g different headphone mix for the talent vs you or record a guitar player and singer simultaneously while having all your drum machines and other synths/instruments plugged in and ready to go at all times …MORE IS MORE in terms of flexibility

It makes a negligible difference in sound honestly!

Something in the way your unit is configured is not right … have you updated to the latest firmware? If not do that first and report back with your findings

Did your auto gain issue get resolved by a firmware update?

@ZiwaHD Thanks for asking, it was already up to date. Like i said, when I press the auto gain button it mutes the input (mic) I have to turn the encoder while in auto gain mode to be able to hear it again. Does yours do this??

@@tri-unetrl3966 auto gain always starts at 0 ; don’t touch the knob till your mini performance to check levels is complete

@ZiwaHD Auto gain works, but like I said, it mutes the input (the mic) while doing the mini performance. When auto gain is complete, it eruptly turns back on once it auto sets its gain. The problem here is that you should be able to hear (monitor) yourself while you are doing the mini performance test. In other words... how in the hell are we supposed to "mic check" a mic if we can't even hear ourselves speak into it??? This makes no sense to me!! 🤷🏽🤦🏽 Do you know what I'm saying now??

This 👆☝️💯😌

Antelope has the worst drivers for Windows and doesn't support WDM surround. I was a former Antelope users for many years. My LCD display also failed and pixeled not long after the warranty expired. I'll never buy another Antelope interface ever again.

I concur as this is not my first unit from the company I had an antelope eclipse before . It's the detailed sound and separation that i have been unable to find anywhere else except for JCF Audio,Burl and Prism . The only one i cannot speak of is Apogee ...I would love to test that brand ! If you are looking for the next level ; please do not leave the earth without experiencing JCF DA8 ; it is to me the Pinnacle of the cream of the crop ! I and my other mastering engineer friends are always on the hunt and shoot out very price restrictive interfaces for fun and i must say that is one to try

​@@andynonimuss6298 That sounds unfortunate if you had those issues as the sound quality had a noticeable difference in this video , I have never used a Antelope on a PC , I use a lynx & a Crane Song thank god I have never had a drama like that.

@@Jared-marston I'm not the only one with a bad experience and driver issues from Antelope. Plenty of online comments and reviews out there to back it up.

Houston not Hoyston lol

I’m feeling it today

The HD 8 has better preamps and latency is a non-issue when using the dsp mixer . Also the HD8 looks and feels more professional. That being said "If it aint broke don't fix it" keep using what you have and only move on when you are truly ready to make the (Quantum HD ) leap 😄

Not everyone has thunderbolt, for example.

And that's actually the reason bc the latency is better on the 2626.

@@ZiwaHD The latency IS an issue, wehen you´re playing VI´s. Especially in bigger projects where a lot of instruments are already inserted this is important. I wonder how the MOTU has such good numbers, I have a 828es and my 2626 beats it easily..

@@MarinSubasicthey have a custom driver for Mac which allows it to go that low I tested the new 2024 release of the motu 828 and it’s exactly the same as the M4

Mine came with a rubber dust protector that also doubles as spill proof and dampens any noise from keystrokes during recording sessions

You can get one direct from the company for $24.90 logickeyboard.com/shop/logicskin%e2%84%a2-silicone-cover-3604p.html

K koo.... 😎 that's wassup I appreciate you bruh. Is there a positive difference in the feel of the keys with it on?? Because to be honest I really don't like feel of the keys like that but I LOVE ALL THE KEYBOARD SHORTCUTS!! 😁

@@tri-unetrl3966 yes because it’s made of silicone the Keystrokes are softer

I concur ; one can only hope !

Thanks 🙏

It is class compliant but you will have to get a USB C to USB A Cable as it only comes with a USB C to C . Also consider Tascam Model 12,16 or 24 specifically works with no hicks with the Force

Tascam Model 16 for example gives you higher channel count for less $$$

​@@ZiwaHD Good look. Gonna do a bit more research. The form factor of the interface is a tad more appealing for my purposes. I wonder if there's any difference in latency? Maybe you or someone else can chime in with any other reasons someone might lean one way or another. My idea is to use the interface for inputs, and use the mixer within the Force to control levels for a live band and a few internal instruments on the Force. Space is a concern so that seems like it would be a nice and tidy setup. But open to ideas.

@@ImLordBaltimore I understand the form factor concerns but channel count to cost ratio is definitely better on the TASCAM side

Correct ✅

@@ZiwaHD So why do you use them?

@@hugolosker why not use them ?

Exactly. You used the wrong inputs. Front inputs are instrument level only e.g. guitars. You needed to use the line level inputs on the rear of the HD8. Useless audio test 😢

​@@scatman1186 How so ? Akai Force was used as a tape machine to have the signals playback . Akai Force outputs are instrument and line level . Hope this helps !

Presonus is louder and has a better dynamic range than motu m series on all outputs including the headphones 🎧

QHD8 also has less THD it really is cleaner 🧼 than motu M series on the outputs

If you can afford Neve then buy Neve . The Pres on the QHD8 are transparent; Neve Pres have a euphoric sound that we are used to hearing on the radio due to transformers involved !

Thanks for sharing your thoughts 💭

To me 😂 It does not have dsp on board in the sense that I consider however you can use universal control to introduce the FAT CHANNEL into your recording chain if you wish ; the only DSP Onboard to me is the auto gain but hey if they say it in the description then it’s there 😂

Also they say DSP monitor mixer plus loopback audio ….there is no where that I can find that indicates the processing is off loaded onto the unit but that’s one of the issues with this release that I’m not too keen on … one person says Y and another says Z including when you contact customer support… they seem oblivious regarding the details on the device which is not helpful… but if you’re interested in it buy it !

Pro Tools HDX, Antelope Audio devices as well as UAD to me are the true implementers of DSP in the sense that I consider! In the presonus line however I say the studiolive mixers have offloading … get my drift ?

@@ZiwaHD Actually, I am interested in it but would like to get some reviews from people such as yourself before pulling the trigger. With regard to DSP I’m not sure I need it. I am getting mixed reviews on DSP as well.

Thanks for watching; let me know if you have any questions

Thank you 🙏 for listening and showing your support !

@@ZiwaHD Thank you for sharing! Keep up the good work bro

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@@ZiwaHD thank you 🙏🏽

@@mikevenus4117 no problem

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Thank you 🙏!

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@@ZiwaHD ive been trying to get my hands on manuka honey for a while now, guess its finally time.