Re: [linux-audio-dev] BruteFIR + jack = crackling noise?

Actually they're not cheap at all. The main benefit of usb audio devices is the portability. However, now that firewire is becoming a much cheaper alternative usb devices are probably going to become obsolete like the Laser disc has. But it would be very nice if I could use my usb quattro to manipulate the sounds of my bandmates in realtime at lowlatency. I tried with ssm at 64 bytes and there was noticible lag so we couldn't do anything live. The best I can get out of jack is 1024 but 2048 is more reliable. Having to use PCI devices is a PITA when you are trying to gig at different venues as they require a lot more space. There is also something elegant about being able to instantly connect your setup to a different computer by simply moving the USB cable. However, it could be said that any sound device running on a PC is a waste of time for serious musos as you cannot beat the sound quality from a top of the line recording studio. Each to their own but I would just like to be able to show people the true potential of Linux Audio and currently I cannot unless I get a PCI device. That, IMO, is what really sucks. -- Patrick Shirkey - Boost Hardware Ltd. Http://www.boosthardware.com Http://www.djcj.org - The Linux Audio Users guide ======================================== Being on stage with the band in front of crowds shouting, "Get off! No! We want normal music!", I think that was more like acting than anything I've ever done. Goldie, 8 Nov, 2002 The Scotsman