Happy_amateur wrote:There is a learning curve and getting used to with ADI-2 DAC/PRO. They are not overly intuitive, but not that bad either. Given all the features packed into these small boxes.
Dont worry about stupid questions, youre in good company here!
Yes, I've had this unit for over a year now but until yesterday, I only used it in my mastering chain in AD/DA mode and honestly never touched it once I got it working as a basic converter in and out. I set it and forgot it.
Yesterday I started trying to use it as a main USB interface for my mobile rig and that's when it got overwhelming.
In the end, I was able to get it to work so I can toggle between listening to USB 1/2 and 3/4 via headphones 3/4 so I can compare two tracks in my DAW by simply toggling the source on the unit itself.
The sound is great. I was trying to see it was better than the Grace m900, and better enough to justify the extra power cable needed, as the Grace m900 is conveniently bus powered which I know, comes with a compromise to some degree.
Between the extra stereo monitoring channel which I find handy, and notable (not huge but noticeable enough) better sound of the DAC and headphone amp than the m900, I think this just earned a spot as my main mobile interface and the Grace m900 while still very very good, will be a backup and for quick stuff where I don't feel like (or can't) deal with another power cable needed.