Analog / digital converter recommendations?

chas_kit

chas_kit

G45 Legend
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Hudson Valley, NY
I currently use a cheap Behringer A/D converter. It's not great, but it's been OK.

I upgraded my amp to a Marantz PM6004, and now the output I get with my Shure M44 carts is blowing out the levels when I try to convert to WAV or mp3 (especially on styrene 45s with loud mastering).

Anyone have an analog / digital converter recommendation that has options for input levels? Something that's not $300 please!

I could buy low-output carts, but I'm used to these M44s and would prefer to keep them.

Thanks
 
No need for an interface. It's easy to find a A/DC with all the required inputs; toggle switch for sensitivity, and potentiometer for fine tuning levels. My Benchmark ADC1 has all the necessary options to accept line level input.
 
thanks for the recommendation. But is there really any difference between an interface and a converter as far as transferring vinyl?

I see used Benchmarks are going for about $500 so I will need to find another option.
 
A sound card can be a cost effective solution - if you have the space for a PC next to your amp. Easy to install yourself and eliminates the USB cable.
 
chas_kit said:
Any downsides to getting something like this and using RCA to XLR cables from my stereo?
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I'm a fan of M Audio. It's not over priced and gets the job well done. My equipment isn't as high end as some members (Philips GA 312 Turntable, Sansui 350 receiver and KLH Model Twenty Three speakers) but I consider my setup decent and above average. I've converted a lot of music with the below (I've also used this on my pirate radio broadcast as well). I have no complaints. As you can see from the below stock photo, mine is over ten years old and still gets the job done.

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Although they are essentially the same thing, "interface" as I understand it generally denotes a multi-channel unit designed to function as a live music input for recording musicians to digital audio workstations such as Logic or ProTools, whereas "converter" is/was used to denote a general purpose stereo unit designed for mastering. The distinction is now muddied to the point of being irrelevant, and there are very few units available these days which are primarily designed for mastering or audiophile use. Anyway, they both interface, and they both convert, so they're the same.
 
bosshoss said:
Although they are essentially the same thing, "interface" as I understand it generally denotes a multi-channel unit designed to function as a live music input for recording musicians to digital audio workstations such as Logic or ProTools, whereas "converter" is/was used to denote a general purpose stereo unit designed for mastering. The distinction is now muddied to the point of being irrelevant, and there are very few units available these days which are primarily designed for mastering or audiophile use. Anyway, they both interface, and they both convert, so they're the same.
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Right, for this purpose, they're the same.
 
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