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Thanks to both of you. I think I've got it.

I'm afraid I don't understand the help menu explanation re: the Graphic Dynamics plug. I'd like to increase the volume of a file--this will require the use of compression--so as to match the volume of other files. I'm uncertain as to how to use Ratio, Threshold, and Gain [plus Auto gain...

Have you got a link for the Aardvark support group--I had it, but can no longer find it. Thanks.

Thanks for giving it a shot--at least now I now cause wasn't anything I was doing wrong. From what I understand Sony has pretty much abandoned the Batch Converter and no support/upgrades are available. As you've noted, using the bit depth conversion function within SF works fine, though using...

Here's hoping you haven't forgotten. . . .

I believe you. Would you do me a favor and test the bit rate converter function on your copy of the software? Specifically, would you dither a 32bit file down to 16 [using Highpass Triangular dither and Equal Loudness Contour Noise Shaping] and see what results you get. I've tried different...

I'm aware *now* that I should have saved the processed files in another location so as to save the originals. The bit converter was the only plug-in in the chain and there is no volume setting on that plug-in so I don't think that is the problem. But what's weird is that although zero waveform...

Thanks for trying, Spin, but I'm afraid that both techniques failed. Still no waveform.

I just used the Batch Converter to dither a dozen files from 32 to 16 bit. Opening the files upon completion, I discover that the files no longer have any waveform. I'd say they've been erased completely but each one still shows a specific time and size in mb. a] What happened? b] Is there any...

I've done a search and have noted that the DAC1 gets very high marks. I'm just curious to know how much difference [if any] there would be with the Lucid. Opinions appreciated.

Yes, I believe that's correct. I can, from the phono preamp, enter the soundcard via unbalanced RCAs--but in so doing I would need someting like 40-50dB of gain to bring the signal up to about -3dB, which is where I'd like it to record. [B] Oh sure, if it were merely a question of a few dB I...

Thanks, mixsit. I've spent more time dicking around with this and have determined that the DMP2 is the culprit--specifically the 1/4" input from the phono pre to the mic pre. It seems that MAudio has configured the 1/4" inputs as high impedance instrument ins, which may be why I'm having the...

Gain levels on the DMP2 are *very* low and the levels on the Lucid meter do not indicate overload. The feed to the DMP2 is via my stand alone phono preamp that requires a signal boost [so there's no overload from the source]. But whether I adjust the mic pre very low or higher and the adjust the...

Try as I may, using the above setup to record vinyl [the source] to my hard drive is giving me a compressed squared-off waveform where louder passages slam up against an imaginary line. I'm using a coax connector from the Lucid to the S/PDIF on the Audiophile card. I've tried lower preamp levels...

Other than a meter and different gain configuration, was anything else done to the DMP3 such that it's an upgrade from the DMP2?

1. Will I be defeating my purpose in upgrading were I to use the MAudio with the Lucid? 2. What mic pre [for let's say under $250] would allow the Lucid to be used at its potential? Thanks in advance.

Well, to be honest, I don't have any complaints with the Direct Pro's preamps, so if I could find something comparable I'd be happy. My concern is that I don't want to get a mic pre that will compromise the quality of the Lucid AD. Any help appreciated.

I've replaced my Aardvark 24/96 Direct Pro with a Lucid AD96 and now need a decent mic preamp. I'm looking to stay in or around the $150 range and find something equal to or better than the pres in the Direct Pro. One candidate [maybe?] is the MAudio DMP3. Any thoughts appreciated.

Thanks, guys. No, I've got a phono preamp, but gain is insufficient plus I need a way to adjust that gain when I record--hence the need for mic pres. And I'm cool with quality TT, vacuum disc cleaner, etc. But back to my original question, would the Lucid/MAudio combo provide any sonic...

Am I correct in assuming that the converters in the Lucid are superior to those in the Direct Pro? Am I also correct in assuming the mic pres in the MAudio DMP3 are superior to those in the Direct Pro? If that's the case, am I going to hear any difference between the Lucid/MAudio combo [approx...