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I did not like the sound of the ADC20 at all. But these recordings were something else entirely. I had the V2/ADC20 calibrated as per the SonicSense calpage, but I really had to push the V2 to get decent levels. The mix sounded good to my ears, and other recordings I have heard have been better. It could not just have been a hot V2, as I have run it hot before with somewhat similar (but not as extreme) results. Day one is ok, but day two is really awful. Almost unlistenable. It was a fun weekend though - maybe that had something do to with it
I just did a few comps of the 64s, Oade P2, PSP2, V2, and AD2K+ Analog in from the pre's to the p2, and then digi in from the ad2k (with both pre's). I need to flac 'em and get them posted. For the comps I used the Steely Dan Gaucho DVD-A, constant volume and gain levels, only changed the pre's and adc's. Mics were DINa. V2 @ 25db, PSP-2 @ min setting (around 22db I think). Recordings were 24/96.
V2 > P2 - detailed, but thin sounding, not much 'presence', slightly unfocused and distant.
PSP-2 >P2 - very rich, full sound, nice balance across spectrum, solid, tight bass, very detailed
It was very obvious which one was which.
Add in the ad2k:
V2 and PSP-2 were very simiilar sounding. You can tell the difference, and they are as described above, but much more subtle. Analog into the P2 - the differences jump right out at you. AD2K+ - I still prefer the PSP-2 but the V2 was a very close second. The AD2K is a really nice box at 24bit. Until tonight I have only run it at 16bit so this was quite an eye-opener.
I have to get out into the field to really put it through the paces. It sounds good, but so far the AD2K is the one to beat. More to follow...
I hope that makes some sense. I'm gettin' tired