Hi, First post, and yes - I'm relatively new to this. After lurking around for a while, I think I'm about to purchase the following: EMU-0404 Rega Ear Amp Firstly - any opinions on the combo? From what I've read so far, it should sound good - with some decent headphones. I was...

I finally got my hands on the EMU 0404. After backorders and delayed shipping and what not. This post is basically to compare the 0404 and 0202. I will be using the following: Foobar w ASIO playing FLAC files EMU 0202 and 0404 Canare IC's Gilmore Lite Dowin D12 recabled HD650's First...

I have had Benchmark DAC-1 before but it sounds too muddy and dark, so I switched to EMU 0404 USB and it became more transparent. Is there anything brighter than the EMU? Perhaps a soundcard inside the computer?

Hello, my E-MU 0404 USB is finally bugging me enough to replace it.  I have been getting audio drops and static spikes for too long, I'm just sick of it.  I'm looking for something that is similar, I really like having hardware control on my headphones/speakers/mic.  I play a lot of games, but...

Hi, I am getting a power amp and wonder if that is possible to connect EMU0404 USB from line out straight to power amp. I have 1/4TS to RCA cable..    The amp is Dynaco ST410 and it's 200watts per channel, so I am kind of worried...    Any special precautions I should take? Like...

Hi,   My Emu0404 USB is about to die soon (the well known problem of "just power LED goes on" started to show up..).    Are there any new alternatives to it? Or is it still has the best value in sub-$300 category?   I am using it as a link from Mac to hi-fi stereo amp/receiver, so...

Hi,   I have a receiver, that does not have Toslink.  I want to hook up Playstation 3 to EMU0404 USB via Toslink (EMU0404 USB is already connected with receiver).   Question: will it work?   I kinda don't want to buy a 20feet toslink cable only to find out that there is smth wrong...

Hi everyone, The first, I want apologize for my english:) The second, I'm looking for new external soundcard for my new computer. I will buy also external HDD for vsti etc. I need good soundcard for use in my new computer and my old laptop. I don't have any idea what I need to buy...

Which of these two is better?   E-MU 0404 USB HA INFO DA1   he wants it to be a lot of bass and big soundstage

Hi everyone,im building up my home studio.Im on the way to purchase my new pc(in 2 weeks) and monitors(dont have decide which one yet i think yamaha hs50m is on my budget) i have ordered headphones (Beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO) will arrive at monday.And now the difficult part to choose the right...

I'm upgrading my Senn HD-580s (+ a venerable Oehlbachs cable) to HD-650s + a cable from Toxic Cables.   Currently I have an E-mu 0404 USB into a maxed-out PIMETA as my source + amp.  Wondering if I should consider upgrading the amp.  I'm into bang-for-the-buck, which I typically assume means...

my audigy will not fit my HTPC case so I'm looking into getting a usb DAC or soundcard will the fiio e7 work as a usb sound card?

Hello, the Dac that I had in the past was the Emu 0404 usb but I ended up frying it with water in an accident. Now i'm in need of a new Dac, for my k701>heed setup. Havn't been to this site in a few years so its been a bit difficult to find what i need on the forums. Any suggestions very much...

Hey folks   I haven't been in hi-fi circles for a while and I know there is amazing gear out there, but have just stuck to the IEM hobby.   Mu current stereo setup:   Bryston B60 Arcam CD72T Kinima Hi G1   I was wondering what I may replace my CD Player with to go the...

Hi all,   E-MU will not release drivers for Lion. Are there any unofficial drivers on another way to get it to work on Lion?   Thanks, mgmz

Dear all! I own a E-MU 0404 USB that I used mainly for vinyl archiving, and I was rather happy with it. I used a nice power supply, DIY based on a super teddy reg, which gave it an additional boost in terms of musical quality.   However, I mismatched the voltage once I connected it... and...

Just when I was starting to consider the Grace m903...          USB 2.0 Audio Interface E-MU's new 0204 USB Audio Interface is the ultimate portable 2-in/4-out USB audio interface for PC and Mac, offering pristine...

Hi there fellows! I noticed, that there is not much discussion around about gear to properly record from an analogue source to digital. I intend to do mainly recording of my vinyl. I use Vinyl Studio, a nice software for that task, that saves me a lot of time and hassle! And for abused disks...

I currently use an EMU 0404 USB DAC with the built in headphone amp for my Denon AH-D2000 headphones.  I'm looking to upgrade.  I'm in the process of ordering a new cable and connector for these headphones (I'm going with moon audio blue dragon + furutech FP704), as well as the tools necessary...

Hello Everyone,   (my very first post so I hope it's not in the wrong forum)   I'm planning to buy an AKG K-701. Right now I have a Sennheiser HD-595 driven by an external soundcard the EMU-0404 USB. It has the AK4396 DAC.   Does anyone have any experience regarding how sufficing...

I recently purchased rokit 8s and also have dt770 pros.  I was wondering if this was the best option to benefit my headphones and my monitors. My budget is around 200$. Also on the emu does this setup work:   Macbook pro Optical --> Emu Opitcal in --> Emu TRS out --> Rokit Monitors?  ...

I've just bought a pair of very cheap Pioneer SE-205 headphones, late 70s. The plan is to use the nice pads, or the entire thing as a foster phone. The SE-205 is part of a very nice looking headphone series, and this one is in good condition. Unfortunately, it's sound is poor from the E-MU...

Hello, I am looking to hook up my powered speakers to my PS3 through its optical out and my Macbook through USB. Are there any DACs available under $200 or would I have to get something like the V-DAC? A headphone amp would be nice but it's not necessary. Thanks.

Alright,   New to the forum so Hello everyone   Im producing House and after a set of cans. Do not necassarily need the music loud but i do need it clear so am unsure whether i require an amp? If i can get away without an amp that would be great. Im using the EMU 0404 and the cans i have...

Preamble:   I started a thread a few months ago named “USB to SPDIF converters shoot-out: EMU 0404 USB vs. Musiland Monitor 01 USD vs. Teralink-x vs. M2Tech hiFace” that was closed a few days ago. While my initial intent was for the thread to be a place where people could share their...