When searching for an Audio Interface...

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M. F. Ruckus
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When searching for an Audio Interface...

Post by M. F. Ruckus » Thu Dec 10, 2009 6:23 am

how can I tell how loud the output is going to be?

I currently own a M-audio Fast Track Ultra and am finding the output to be to low for DJ use. I don't want to buy another card only to find out it's not loud enough either. So what am I looking for when buying a new interface?

I have heard good things about the NI Audio DJ interfaces but trying not to tie up a USB port in case I want to add another midi controller (firewire is an option).

M. F. Ruckus
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Re: When searching for an Audio Interface...

Post by M. F. Ruckus » Fri Dec 11, 2009 12:33 am

Anyone?

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Re: When searching for an Audio Interface...

Post by sherman » Fri Dec 11, 2009 5:23 am

Most sites will list the max output level. That's the number you're looking for. Most sit around +10 dBu and should be fine, and you'll additional amps to drive a bigger system anyway.
--sherman

M. F. Ruckus
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Re: When searching for an Audio Interface...

Post by M. F. Ruckus » Fri Dec 11, 2009 5:27 am

thanks

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