miniDSP Device Console & OG Software Comparison!

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  • Опубліковано 1 січ 2025

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  • @ants9574
    @ants9574 Рік тому +12

    Yes please make a new tutorial series on the new software device console!!! Your last one helped so much!

    • @csimet
      @csimet 11 місяців тому

      It is mostly the same with no real underlying fundamental changes and I would think re-making all his videos would be a ton of work. I appreciate the time he puts into these tutorials, even if based on the older software. It is still perfectly useful on the new interface.

  • @C_Luna_16
    @C_Luna_16 3 місяці тому +2

    Please new updated video without any cut aways. Looking for a complete walkthrough.

    • @HomeTheaterGamer
      @HomeTheaterGamer  3 місяці тому

      I'm currently working on the updated video. I have a video releasing today that's not related, but the next video releasing sometime next week will be the updated tutorial. Subwoofer only calibration for reference.

  • @jeffgontech
    @jeffgontech Рік тому +7

    looking forward to the updated MiniDSP videos! you do a great job, thank you for all you do!

    • @-onemoretry
      @-onemoretry Рік тому

      Agreed. I. Looking to do this in about 2 months and would love to watch as I go.

  • @-onemoretry
    @-onemoretry Рік тому +1

    Any idea when you will do this new series? Looking forward to it.

  • @AaronHamm-co7fm
    @AaronHamm-co7fm Рік тому +3

    Thanks for the Video.
    Are you still planning on re-doing your multi-sub setup to reflect the new interface?

  • @runer1971
    @runer1971 10 місяців тому +2

    I will look forward to the updated series .. realy found them informative 😃

  • @gregroth87
    @gregroth87 Рік тому

    Thanks!

    • @HomeTheaterGamer
      @HomeTheaterGamer  Рік тому

      Thank you so much for the support, Greg! I truly appreciate it.

  • @ray_at_home354
    @ray_at_home354 9 місяців тому

    Thanks! Really learned a lot from you videos. Any status on updating the miniDSP series with the new device console.

    • @HomeTheaterGamer
      @HomeTheaterGamer  9 місяців тому +1

      Wow! Thank you so much! You just made my day. You rock!
      I just finished revamping the theater room which should definitely allow for a far easier time recording tutorials. I’ll be working on and shooting the updated miniDSP stuff starting next week! Woohoo!

    • @ray_at_home354
      @ray_at_home354 9 місяців тому

      I’m sure quite a few people will be happy to see the new series.

  • @welds63
    @welds63 Рік тому

    Thanks for doing this video. I would not have known about Device Console without it. Thanks again!

  • @ts6640
    @ts6640 Рік тому +4

    I increased the volume to 0db, as you did, in respect to the master volume feature; I have been wondering though……..given the voltage limitations inherent to the MiniDSP HD will doing so increase the chance of ‘clipping’? I wonder if the default setting was intentionally set by the manufacturer to prevent such?

    • @ts6640
      @ts6640 Рік тому

      Home Theater Gamer………Any thoughts?

    • @Rachominator
      @Rachominator Рік тому

      Am waiting on this, too. I think I read somewhere that Master Volume should be set at -10, and -15 to be even safer, but am not sure if they were talking about this particular Master Volume (or the Master Volume within Dirac in the DDRC-24).

    • @ts6640
      @ts6640 Рік тому

      @@Rachominator looks like Home Theater Gamer isn’t particularly interested in providing the answer to the question

    • @Rachominator
      @Rachominator Рік тому

      @@ts6640 Probably just hasn't seen it - or just too many comments to go through. I googled, and I found that my Google-Fu is lacking. Haha. (ie, couldn't find a definitive answer)

    • @kevinhollenbeck7503
      @kevinhollenbeck7503 10 місяців тому

      Has anyone found an answer to this?

  • @JKing-uy8ly
    @JKing-uy8ly 11 місяців тому

    Agreed! Please work on the updated series.

  • @mikeortiz2139
    @mikeortiz2139 Рік тому +4

    I really appreciate videos like this. Simple stuff, but I always end up learning and referring back just like your minidsp series.
    In your minidsp series, would it be possible for you to address diy subs that use pro amps? Specifically getting the gain settings right.

  • @miguelrivera836
    @miguelrivera836 Рік тому +1

    Good morning, I've purchased the mini dsp and umik 1. Watched all your videos multiple times. Yet I've hooked up and set up everything as you instructed and when getting to the point of level matching the subs, I can't get the sub signal to output noise to for level adjustment? I am using the new device console which was a curve ball. The high, and low bypass in device console crossover section is confusing me. Can you help, 🙏

  • @garryhammond3117
    @garryhammond3117 Рік тому

    Thanks Brad! - I have four subs and the MiniDSP 2x4 HD and and the UMIK-1 out of the box, but not tried or connected yet.
    I've been sorting through numerous UA-cam videos and seeing new releases of the various software.
    I'm pretty knowedgeable in this field, but I do find the proposal of getting it all running somewhat overwhelming in it's complexity.
    I found this particular video went too fast for me to follow. - Ideally, I'd like to see a guidance video that I could follow along with WHILE I set up the unit and the S/W with pauses at the appropriate times that I can make settings, then measurements, move on to the next step, then draw some conclusions.

  • @Chriswelder1
    @Chriswelder1 6 місяців тому

    I would imagine we can still fallow along with the old DPS videos with the new software so long as we know where to click on the new interface right? The software just got a face lift for the most part. I have the minidsp coming in today and ordered a second Rythmik LV12M yesterday and plan on using your dsp videos to set them up. Ide hate to have to wait for the new videos...

  • @D-n-W-Hometheater
    @D-n-W-Hometheater 10 місяців тому

    Really hoping you will be doing a new tutorial using the new device console if you haven't already. Your other videos have helped in many ways, but for some reason I am struggling hardcore trying to get everything in my home theater working correctly. Basically a complete noob to home theater. Spent the last six months diving pretty deep into it and now all I have left to do is get it to sound the way I know it can.

  • @gregroth87
    @gregroth87 Рік тому

    I had the 2x4 but the tutorials were not great. I recently ordered the 2x4 HD and was looking forward to using your HD tutorial. So you have another fan looking forward to your updated version. Until then Ill do my best with your original excellent tutorial. Thanks!

    • @HomeTheaterGamer
      @HomeTheaterGamer  Рік тому

      Thanks, Greg! The current series should work for you just fine as long as you don't mind kind of hunting for the some of the settings vs. where they are in the original series. I actually find the device console much easier and more intuitive to use, so I can't wait to make a new tutorial using it.

  • @eyefly001
    @eyefly001 Рік тому

    Looking forward to the new series. After I updated to device console, I can't get the same results with REW and uploading the biquads file. Not sure if there is something I'm doing wrong or what.

  • @Youthman
    @Youthman Рік тому +1

    Finally able to rename configs. Nice!

  • @Saturn2888
    @Saturn2888 Рік тому

    I bought an analog Rolls crossover. I had no clue I could use a miniDSP instead.

  • @csimet
    @csimet 11 місяців тому

    Very cool... way better interface! I see no need to update the videos, but that is up to you. ;) Your time is appreciated.

    • @HomeTheaterGamer
      @HomeTheaterGamer  11 місяців тому

      Thanks for taking the time to comment. I really love the updated interface, even with a few of its shortcomings. Hopefully they can fix those with future updates.
      I’ve actually implemented some different methods for subwoofer alignment and calibration over the past few years using REW data instead of just “eye-balling it”, so it’ll be nice to update the guide for those that want to try those methods. I also have been working hard wt making the tutorials more cohesive and easy to follow, with clear distinctions of what step you’re on in the tutorial at all times (without looking at the timestamps). So just some quality of life improvements all around.

  • @hofmarskal
    @hofmarskal 10 місяців тому

    Also, how to use it, plug it in, whats it fore ect 😊

  • @user.1425
    @user.1425 Рік тому

    How are you launching the device console? I did the updates to "USB Audio Control" and "XMOS Firmware" but do not see how to launch the console.

  • @anandshah71
    @anandshah71 8 днів тому

    Is it possible to use both old and new versions on same computer

  • @mattb4251
    @mattb4251 Рік тому

    This may seem like a simple question but can I unplug the USB from my MiniDSP after config? Had to stretch cords across my room since I dont have a laptop and do NOT want to keep it like this.

    • @HomeTheaterGamer
      @HomeTheaterGamer  Рік тому +2

      You can definitely unplug the USB cable once you’re done. This is something I forgot to mention in this guide but it will be corrected in my upcoming updated miniDSP tutorial. Sorry about that.

  • @hazembata
    @hazembata Рік тому

    Can this be used for other speakers or is it just for subs? If so, can you explain that? Thanks.

  • @AmitKumar-ow8ck
    @AmitKumar-ow8ck 11 місяців тому

    This mini DSP console are using all AV receiver or only use OLD receiver ..? and is this output is better then direct AV ouput ?

  • @adjayadi5557
    @adjayadi5557 7 місяців тому

    Is this only for bass or can i juse for mid highs or driver

  • @yardi20005
    @yardi20005 Рік тому

    how do you get the device console download is it on mini dsp website , I have 2 2x4hd and I cant find the device console feature

  • @gene8933
    @gene8933 Рік тому

    I now have the new Device Console and usb update cant get it update firmware to 1.50 so it wont connect. Do I have to get rid of old console that still works?

  • @abdullaalthahaba1693
    @abdullaalthahaba1693 10 місяців тому

    Is the new tutorial series coming anytime soon ?

    • @HomeTheaterGamer
      @HomeTheaterGamer  10 місяців тому +1

      It is! Just been busy with work outside of UA-cam. Once I get caught up I will be back to making videos on a regular basis and the new tutorial is at the top of the priority list.

    • @abdullaalthahaba1693
      @abdullaalthahaba1693 10 місяців тому

      Good to know, I just started going through the old videos to redo my subs configuration, and I have a few comments on the old series. I would assume that users even though some are tech savvy, most could use a thorough instruction on the inputs of every step, the reason is that, although the default input in your screen and software might be set at certain inputs it could be totally different for another user. Case in point, while following the guide today, I had weird measurements during the level alignment of my subs then I noticed that the generator was set to "-12.00 dBFS" instead of "-20.00 dBFS". Had it been mentioned in the video would have made things easier and so forth.@@HomeTheaterGamer

  • @justbrowsing5279
    @justbrowsing5279 4 місяці тому

    Dang. The minidsp software I used is older than the "old version" in this video.

  • @Bakerlooly
    @Bakerlooly Рік тому

    Ugh! I just updated my firmware and now device console doesn't recognize my MiniDSP. Windows does and I tried reinstalling and everything but no luck. My MiniDSP says it's 1.5 and everything. It's just that the console can't see it. Any ideas??

  • @534jgm
    @534jgm Рік тому

    Great vid! After updating did you have to reload your saved settings at all?

    • @HomeTheaterGamer
      @HomeTheaterGamer  Рік тому +1

      It automatically imported all the previous configs over when I updated, but I’d recommend making a backup of your current configurations just in case.

    • @534jgm
      @534jgm Рік тому

      @@HomeTheaterGamer Perfect! Thanks sir!

  • @gofo4474
    @gofo4474 3 місяці тому

    Are going to update or redo the minidsp 2+4 hd I am very interested thank you

    • @HomeTheaterGamer
      @HomeTheaterGamer  3 місяці тому

      Absolutely. It's coming, I just don't have an exact timeline. Right now I'm shooting for sometime in first half of October.

    • @gofo4474
      @gofo4474 3 місяці тому

      Thank you

  • @-onemoretry
    @-onemoretry 4 місяці тому

    Whatever happened to the new tutorial is it still in the works or canceled?

    • @HomeTheaterGamer
      @HomeTheaterGamer  4 місяці тому +1

      Still in the works and definitely NOT canceled. Unfortunately life happened, and I ended up with a TON of freelance work starting in January which took up most of my time. I'm happy with the money I made, but I'm not happy with how my channel has suffered because of it. Due to that, I have a few videos left to edit for a client before turning my full attention back to my channel.
      I have 3 videos I've shot for this channel that I need to edit, which will give me ample time to shoot and edit the updated miniDSP tutorial. I also have an Audyssey MultEQ-X tutorial in the works along with some others. Lots of awesome stuff coming. Thanks for sticking around. I really appreciate it.

    • @-onemoretry
      @-onemoretry 4 місяці тому

      Thanks for the update. Looking forward to the up coming content.

  • @RealKC
    @RealKC Рік тому

    Great Video! I hope that they now invest in making a good App with all these features so I can make changes through my phone or Tablet

  • @andrew1977au
    @andrew1977au Рік тому

    Does this new software work with the no HD version? And what are the real differences between them?

  • @shaolin95
    @shaolin95 Рік тому

    I wish they will allow to show less than 10hz in rhe graphs :/

  • @alelys66
    @alelys66 Рік тому

    my 2x4hd locks up when i tryed to update it. also, now i have lost all my erlier settings.....

    • @HomeTheaterGamer
      @HomeTheaterGamer  Рік тому +1

      Try doing a full hard reset using the reset pin on the device itself (you’ll need a paper clip or something). I recently ran into the same issue with a client and that worked for him.
      As for your earlier settings, unfortunately if you didn’t back them up manually prior to updating then they are probably gone for good. That definitely sucks however I always recommend backing up your miniDSP profiles after you’ve completed calibration. If you have the file on your drive somewhere then you’ll be able to load it up after the update.

    • @alelys66
      @alelys66 Рік тому

      @@HomeTheaterGamer I'll check my old pc, might have saved some calibration and dsp stuff on that one :)

  • @ralphsmith5612
    @ralphsmith5612 Рік тому

    Just discovered I need to run the latest Mac OS 13 ON MY MAC BOOK before I can use the latest minidsp 2x4HD CONSOLE which I’d have known this before I bought the minidsp latest version Feb 2023.

  • @muffin6810
    @muffin6810 Рік тому

    Can you help me by explaining how you updated your firmware so you could then update it to the 1.5 for the new Device Console. I am constantly getting errored and it seems I need to update my firmware the old way but I dont know how anymore. Almost all their downloads are missing/empty from the user downloads, I cant even download the OG Software anymore...

    • @HomeTheaterGamer
      @HomeTheaterGamer  Рік тому

      You know what’s weird? I had zero issues updating the firmware on my 2x4HD which is a couple years old, but I went to set up a brand new 2x4HD yesterday for a local client and I had no luck updating the firmware on it and ended up having to use the old 2x4HD interface to get everything dialed in. His 2x4HD was on firmware 1.18 I believe and would just fail the firmware update every time. So strange.
      The 2x4HD “user downloads” page has two files to download: the big download button on the right hand side (which has the older XMOS firmware update tool and update file to, theoretically, get you up to date for device console), then the actual device console below that. I used XMOS update tool and updated my miniDSP that way, but like I said, that method failed completely on my client’s and I could never get it to update and also didn’t have time to troubleshoot for very long as I was doing a calibration for him.

    • @muffin6810
      @muffin6810 Рік тому

      @@HomeTheaterGamer I got it working by resetting via the little button. I tried about everything you could think of lol. I tried doing it thru a VM, updating on both windows 10 and 11 machines. But resetting instantly fixed it luckily.

    • @HomeTheaterGamer
      @HomeTheaterGamer  Рік тому

      I didn’t even think to try that. That’s good to know! It’s something we shouldn’t have to do but glad it worked out for you!

    • @Bakerlooly
      @Bakerlooly Рік тому

      Ugh! I just updated my firmware and now device console doesn't recognize my MiniDSP. Windows does and I tried reinstalling and everything but no luck. My MiniDSP says it's 1.5 and everything. It's just that the console can't see it. Any ideas??

  • @welderfixer
    @welderfixer Рік тому

    Brad, This great info and surely a great unit to have in a sound system. Luckily, I don't need it here.
    Please keep going with all of your efforts. Someday, your hard work will pay off for you.

  • @SealedOrPorted
    @SealedOrPorted Рік тому

    MiniDSP is the ultimate “Set it and forget it” device in HT.

  • @jerzyboy1210
    @jerzyboy1210 Рік тому

    I installed the new software today. It says I need the wi-dg in order for my 2x4hd to be recognized. Am I missing something? Can I not use the new software at all until purchasing the $75 wi-dg?

    • @HomeTheaterGamer
      @HomeTheaterGamer  Рік тому +1

      You don’t the wi-dg. I don’t have the wireless adapter and just plug straight into the 2x4HD from the computer. Everything works like you’d expect.

    • @jerzyboy1210
      @jerzyboy1210 Рік тому

      @@HomeTheaterGamer I'll try reinstalling the software. Thanks!

    • @HomeTheaterGamer
      @HomeTheaterGamer  Рік тому

      No problem! Someone else mentioned in a comment that they had an issue updating, and they were able to resolve it by resetting their 2x4HD with the physical button on the device itself. Hopefully you get it sorted!

    • @jerzyboy1210
      @jerzyboy1210 Рік тому

      @@HomeTheaterGamer I did! Yup, resetting did it for me. I just got dual sb1000 pro’s to pair up with my pb2000’s. It’ll be fun setting these up 😈

    • @HomeTheaterGamer
      @HomeTheaterGamer  Рік тому

      Awesome to hear! Yeah, it'll be a lot of fun setting those up!

  • @gustav3443
    @gustav3443 Рік тому

    Hello, I have a problem. I'm installing the 1.50 software upgrading from 1.18, when I get to the USB Audio Device Firmware Upgrade and browse for the file and press start I get this error "The firmware upgrade has failed. To try again, disconnect the device, turn the power off and on, and reconnect it" PLS help I have both tried on mac and windows and can't find the answer, could you possibly help me?

    • @HomeTheaterGamer
      @HomeTheaterGamer  Рік тому

      I think someone else had the same issue, and they said that doing a full hardware reset using the pinhole on the 2x4HD fixed the issue and allowed them to complete the upgrade. So I would give that a shot. Just make sure to backup all of your current configs on the miniDSP as the reset will completely wipe them out.

    • @gustav3443
      @gustav3443 Рік тому

      @@HomeTheaterGamer Hello, could you tell me how I do it, should I hold it in or should I press it how long should I hold it or should I hold it in before I turn it on?

    • @Senta_1
      @Senta_1 Рік тому +1

      Press it and hold then turn it on
      e-connect power. Then I installed old firmware first then the newer firmware afterwards. I though I bricked it at first but it’s gtg now.

  • @iariag1
    @iariag1 Рік тому

    Brilliant, now, where do I look for an upgrade?

    • @TokeBoisen
      @TokeBoisen Рік тому +1

      The new software is in your user downloads

  • @chebrubin
    @chebrubin Рік тому

    Does mini dsp make a big difference for 2 x subs?

    • @HomeTheaterGamer
      @HomeTheaterGamer  Рік тому

      It can make a difference but it also depends. The two biggest advantages of the miniDSP is pretty easy time alignment of the subwoofers and EQ, which the EQ alone is more robust than what is offered through most receivers and/or room correction software.

  • @josephfranzen9196
    @josephfranzen9196 Рік тому

    I’ve been having headaches trying to update the firmware on my 2x4 HD so that it can run the device console. I’ve tried the work around suggested by MiniDSP to no avail.

  • @rexdeshon5274
    @rexdeshon5274 Рік тому

    Thanks for video. Can't wait till series update then I'll bring my minidsp back out and hook up.

  • @RealKC
    @RealKC Рік тому

    and now I know I need to check firmware....

  • @kez2252
    @kez2252 Рік тому

    I haven't touched my dsp since getting it in 2021. I honestly don't even really remember how to do anything on there anymore.
    To that extent, if you revise your old dsp vids then I'll lose a reference point in a way, unless i also go ahead and update firmware.
    So, the firmware is how i get the newer display menu?

    • @HomeTheaterGamer
      @HomeTheaterGamer  Рік тому +1

      I should clarify: the old series will still be sticking around. I’ll just rename them the “Legacy” series or something like that when the new series releases.

    • @kez2252
      @kez2252 Рік тому

      @@HomeTheaterGamer I was hoping you'd say that 😉. Sweet, thanks for all you put out!

  • @mthiassou4628
    @mthiassou4628 Рік тому

    Hello from France, I'm a fan of your channel! thank you for all these informations which helps me a lot. It would be great if, with your knowledge, you could make tutorials on the MSO (Multi-Sub Optimizer) software which is very complementary to REW and the mini-DSP. Thank you again for sharing your passion with enthusiasts around the world!

  • @Carlos-gc4hb
    @Carlos-gc4hb Рік тому

    The new upgrade looks nice but I haven’t upgraded mine yet.

  • @TylerStout
    @TylerStout Рік тому

    Wow looks like a nice upgrade. I honestly need to rework my subs again but I'd rather see a tutorial for the mains calibration than sub again.

    • @HomeTheaterGamer
      @HomeTheaterGamer  Рік тому +5

      I'm thinking of trying to incorporate it all (sub calibration and full manual calibration) into one holistic series, covering everything in what I consider the easiest order and workflow. So first video would cover subwoofer calibration in its entirety, second would cover speaker time alignment, third would cover speaker EQ, etc. I'm not entirely sure if that will work, but I'm still in the early stages of planning.

    • @andrew1977au
      @andrew1977au Рік тому

      ​@@HomeTheaterGameris this only for the HD version?

    • @Sandisc2
      @Sandisc2 Рік тому +1

      @@HomeTheaterGamer Sounds great! Looking forward to this, Thanks!!

  • @kalaimani7354
    @kalaimani7354 Рік тому

    Your are Mr.Perfect.Thank you for this Video.Greeting from Malaysia.

  • @TokeBoisen
    @TokeBoisen Рік тому

    I was utterly confused when I got my DSP just the other day. Had no idea the Device Console was a replacement for their old software. Looking forward to really testing it out

    • @HomeTheaterGamer
      @HomeTheaterGamer  Рік тому +1

      It’s a huge improvement over the old software in my opinion. Also really enjoy the dark mode.

    • @jefffan171
      @jefffan171 Рік тому

      I've not booted my laptop up as am still watching. So is the console just there? Or do I need to download something? As downloads from MiniDsp scare the pants out of me that I do it wrong and brick the dsp
      So the new feature for auto updates seems really cool for a tech phobia guy like me

    • @jefffan171
      @jefffan171 Рік тому

      @@HomeTheaterGamer apologies.. just got to the 14: 30 time stamp and seen the explanation on how to install. And yes definitely I never updated the firmware for the same reason it's awkward as to update the older version. Mine must be 2019 ish from the last time I checked 🙄🤦‍♂️

  • @McRibHunter
    @McRibHunter Рік тому

    what!! yessssss