FiiO D3 DAC Box

Started by Elantric, August 07, 2013, 09:47:50 AM

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Elantric

Find a new use for the SPDIF Digital Output on your VG-99 or other gear.

This popular FiiO D3 DAC Box has both optical and RCA SPDIF Inputs and supports 32kHz, 44.1kHz, 48kHz 96kHz, 192kHz - and has decent audio specs  - should work well with either VG-99 or KPA SPDIF Out. $33
http://www.amazon.com/D3-Digital-Converter-Optical-Toslink/dp/B005K2TXMO/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1350923129&sr=1-1&keywords=FiiO+D3



Assign the VG-99's "Digital (SPDIF) Output to use the COSM Guitar Output as the Audio signal, - but feed a cheap DAC to feed other Analog FX.


More here:
https://www.vguitarforums.com/smf/index.php?topic=3331.msg50670#msg50670

Cell7 wrote
QuoteUpdate - received and tested the FiiO D3 and Im happy to say that it is very well built and it works perfectly with the spdif out of the vg99. So now we essentially have an extra stereo [or 2 x mono if you want] chain that can go to your outboard gear. I am running it straight from the COSM A [after alt-tuning etc] and then into pedals etc before mixing together with the vg99 etc at a small behringer 10 channel mixer. So... I know that this could also be done with the sub outs of the vg99, but for some reason i want to leave those free for flexibility.

Did i mention this thing is made well? for 30-odd euros! It is tiny, metal cased and it is powered by micro-usb from a tiny wall-wart [or in my case sharing from the same power as my ipad and iphone]. It works as soon as its plugged in. As far as i can tell, sound quality is excellent, but there would likely be a delay of a few microseconds due to the DA conversion so it needs to be processed before mixing back in with the vg99 signal or else you will get some phasing...



More discussion threads on this VG-99 SPDIF OUT strategy

https://www.vguitarforums.com/smf/index.php?topic=3331.msg59374#msg59374

https://www.vguitarforums.com/smf/index.php?topic=9903.msg71532#msg71532

https://www.vguitarforums.com/smf/index.php?topic=9532.msg68558#msg68558

https://www.vguitarforums.com/smf/index.php?topic=9513.msg78004#msg78004

https://www.vguitarforums.com/smf/index.php?topic=2339.msg56240#msg56240

aliensporebomb

I have to say, that's so inexpensive for what it does.  But what cable should I use to connect the output on my VG-99 to if when I buy?  Link for the correct cable please?  :)
My music projects online at http://www.aliensporebomb.com/

GK Devices:  Roland VG-99, Boss GP-10, Boss SY-1000.

Elantric

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QuoteBut what cable should I use to connect the output on my VG-99 to if when I buy
One like this:

www.amazon.com/Cables-29115-Meters-Velocity-Digital/dp/B0002J2B8I/ref=pd_sim_e_12



C2G / Cables to Go 29115 6 feet/1.82 Meters Velocity S/PDIF Digital Audio Coax Cable
* Connector 1: RCA Male and Connector 2: RCA Male
   
* Carries digital audio from a CD transport, DVD player, DAT deck or other digital component to an a/v receiver digital input or an outboard D/A converter input
   
* Robustly constructed molded connectors attach to an ultra-flexible jacket, and enable easy installation and identification
   
* The 24K gold-plated, durable connectors ensure long-lasting quality; fully molded connectors provide excellent strain relief.
   
* Lifetime Warranty


aliensporebomb

Thanks for the tip.  For some reason I thought this converter was much more expensive.  People spend more money on dinners out!  I'll be getting one soon.
My music projects online at http://www.aliensporebomb.com/

GK Devices:  Roland VG-99, Boss GP-10, Boss SY-1000.

cell7

Yes this toy is great :) - the only thing i had a problem with is then having to adjust the gain structure in alot of my VG99 patches to get more digital output level [from COSM guitar A for example]. By default it is set to around 25, and even with the digital output level cranked to 200% it is too quiet to drive outboard FX well.

datsunrobbie

Monoprice has the right cables, $1.28 for 6 footer, but shipping is not free. If you need several cables/adapters it is very easy to make up the shipping charges. I usually wait until I "need" at least $30 in pieces and parts

http://www.monoprice.com/products/product.asp?c_id=102&cp_id=10236&cs_id=1023601&p_id=619&seq=1&format=1#largeimage

They also have a DAC box that bears a striking resemblance  to the FiiO for $22.88
http://www.monoprice.com/products/product.asp?c_id=104&cp_id=10423&cs_id=1042302&p_id=6884&seq=1&format=2

I have no idea if their DAC is any good, but I've never had an issue with their cables or adapters.


Elantric

Use FiiO D3 DAC Box with AES/EBU signals


Elantric

This Rocketek  is equivalant to FIIO DAC  - but has a built in  analog volume control and 3.5mm TRS Output for lower noise and more flexibility with instrument level signals
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01G700XDU/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Rocketek Volume Adjustable Digital to Analog(L/R) Audio Converter Adapter With 3ft Optical Toslink Cable and Stereo 3.5mm Jack- 192kHz/24bit Optical and Coaxial DAC


Smash

Damn! just ordered the Fiio lol