Hi, could be the cable is on its way out. If you're running through a hub or an adapter that could also cause an issue. Maybe try some different USB ports or on another computer if you can, try to isolate the problem. Another weird one I'm come across before is the WiFi interfering with the interface connection. Switching off the Wifi solved it, could also be worth a try.

Thanks yeah they fly under the radar a bit to be honest - Really good gear though!

Hi, to be honest the UFX III is probably overkill if you just need 8 analogue ins. The UFX III has MADI I/O and can handle 188 channels total (24 analogue + 164 digital), so is really designed for studios and live rigs running hundreds of (physical) channels. If you're sure the UFX III is the one you're interested in though, check out the Sound On Sound review here for an independent opinion: www.soundonsound.com/reviews/rme-fireface-ufx-iii You'd probably be better off with either the UFX II (basically a UFX III without the MADI), 802 FS or the UCX II, which is like a mini UFX (8 x analogue I/O, 12 x digital I/O). A UCX II and an ARC USB remote is a fantastic setup for smaller hybrid studios. Sound quality across the range is essentially the same with RME's latest generation of interfaces, all of which feature SteadyClock FS (i.e. RME's latest clocking tech which provides highly accurate AD/DA on all inputs/outputs). The feature set is also very similar, although the 802 FS lacks the DURec feature found on the UCX II / UFX II / UFX III, which allows for standalone recording to USB thumb drives and external HDs. We therefore always recommend basing your decision on the number of channels you need. All the RME Firefaces also have ADAT I/O, so you can add an additional 8-channel AD/DA or Mic Pre at a later date if you want to expand. Hope that helps a bit, lots to think about for sure! Finally I'll also point out that the Apollo X16D is a Dante interface with no built-in analogue I/O (other than the stereo XLR out), so you'd need an external AD/DA or pre to go with it.

@@SynthaxAudioUK Wow what an answer tyvm. My only thought was that the Apollo x16 (not d) would produce an much better sound with its native plugins. But if the RME is really studio grade its ok. I can afford the ucx III easily so i look whether to get uxc 2 or 3. Lynx Aurora costs 5000+ EUR and it won be sounding better than the RMEs ?

Hi there, hope you found the correct link! If not, you can find them here: Mac OS: www.rme-audio.de/downloads/adi2remote_mac.zip WIndows: www.rme-audio.de/downloads/adi2remote_win.zip

​@@SynthaxAudioUK I did, THANK YOU! I was confused by the "Product or Software" drop down boxes. I LOVE the software - it's a game changer!

The channel count refers to the analogue and digital channels available on the unit. There's a total of 12 analogue inputs and 12 analogue outputs, but there's also 2 x ADAT, AES and MADI which add to the full count! Hope this helps!

Hi maybe check you have the MIDI control set to on, see the top of p4 under the Connection heading: rme-audio.de/downloads/adi2remote_e.pdf#page=4

Haha yep we're all audio nerds here

Lol, I can't speak for what Andy was on before but he's def using RME and Ferrofish now 😎

The ARC USB is definitely a gamechanger for interacting with TotalMix FX! Thanks for watching!

You can hear all of them at the same time.

@@matthewwhitaker4849 how ?

Hi I've just had a look at the RMP-8, the digital XLRs on there are for AES-3 (another digital format). However the answer is yes - you could go from the RMP-8 via Dante (ethernet) into a Ferrofish A32pro Dante, then output from the Ferrofish to an RME UFX+ via MADI. (You will also need a MADI LC to SC cable, as the Ferrofish uses LC for the MADI optical connection, and the UFX+ uses SC connectors.)

Glad you found it useful!

Glad you found it useful! It's great to be able to get more hands-on with the powerful features of the ADI-2!

Hi, all of the 5 main EQ bands (labelled 1 to 5) can go from 20 Hz - 20 kHz. The two other bands (bass and treble) are shelf EQs and meant more for instant bass or treble boosts, like on old hifi amps where you have the "Loudness" button (which essentially would scoop the mids). For your second question it depends which you mean as there is slight differences between the three current models - on the ADI-2 DAC FS yes the analogue outs are mirrored (with the unbalanced RCA 6dB lower than the balanced XLR outs). On the ADI-2 Pro FS R and ADI-2/4 Pro SE models, I believe these outputs have independent level controls.

It's a serious gamechanger for ADI-2 users!

I would say the best option would definitely be to improve your audio interface first. This way, you’ll also get improved microphone/instrument inputs as well as better conversion too! The ADI-2 series are fantastic products but don’t discount the difference in quality from a cheap interface to a more professional one. It depends on how much I/O you need but it might be worth checking out the Fireface UCX II as an option: www.synthax.co.uk/rme/firewire-usb/rme-fireface-ucx-ii/

Oops, guess we missed that! This is for use with a footswitch which you can customise to control a range of parameters like all of the other buttons. A common use might be as a talkback control if your hands are full in the control room, but could really be for anything you want quick access to. Hope this helps!

@@SynthaxAudioUK thank you. the instructions that came with the device leaves a lot to the imagination.

Our friends over at RME in Germany have a video that explains just this, actually: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/mrl5mZeCrL_XXZc.html&pp=ygUNcm1lIHVzYiBhdWRpbw%3D%3D Hope this helps explain it!

@@SynthaxAudioUK Wow! This really puts my concerns to rest! Thank you very much for suggesting this helpful video to me!

He has a bunch of controllers, but the big ones with the iPads and faders are Avid S1's + an Avid Dock.