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i decided to try out foobar2k b/c i don't really care about the interface of the other programs anymore. The problem is, i don't know how to configure foobar2k for my setup. I don't know which DSP to enable or like which output to use.
I currently have audigy 2 (w/ cmss turned off) and z-680's. Can someone please tell me which settings would be the best for my setup? Thanks
What version of Foobar do you have? To get the most out of it, I think v0.7.7a is the best to use, and you have to make sure you installed all DSP plugins, or else you'll be missing out:)
Anyways, here are the settings CrawlingEye and myself use:
Playback tab
Output data format set to 24bit fixed-point padded to 32bit
DSP Manager tab
Resampler should be active, volume can be as well
Activate crossfeed while using headphones
Resampler should be set at 192000 (manually enter it), since you have the A2.
Output tab
Output Method should be Kernel Streaming
Make sure the devices are set to your A2
Buffer length can be set at 4000ms
Those are the settings that are permanent with my Foobar, but I've messed around with others. Feel free to experiment yourself:)
I haven't been able to find a screenshot of Foobar, not even on their homepage....
I'm curious as to what the interface looks like..
Here ya go!:)
http://members.shaw.ca/jpoh0072/pics/foobar.bmp
XP, what version is your Foobar? I'm using 0.7.2 and there's no Kernel Streaming option under Output.:confused:
http://www.freepgs.com/rburrow87/foobar.jpg
:p *yes I know I was a little slow*
My only disappointment is I can't seem to use the play and stop buttons on my multimedia keyboard without the window being focused..
I'm guessing that is the version he is using :pQuote:
Originally posted by XP1800
To get the most out of it, I think v0.7.7a is the best to use
Ah ha...I missed that.:D
EDIT: I just got 0.7.7b and A2 is selected under Waveout & Directsound, yet there's no Kernel Streaming option in Output.:confused:
Here is a screenshot for ya Soup, just make sure you have this version with all the DSP's and options installed.
http://www.freepgs.com/XP1800/Screenie.bmp
Thanks, for the screenshot XP. It seems that 0.7.7a has a lot more DSP's than 0.7.7b.
EDIT: I think it didn't install all the proper outputs. I installed it again and Kernel streaming is there now. Gonna go experiment. Thanks again!:D
http://members.shaw.ca/jpoh0072/pics/foobar2.jpg
While Kernel Streaming's great, I think the best improvement is the Resampler.
I warn though, with my rig, it puts me at about 50% CPU usage.
I've since changed my resampler to 176400 to save some CPU usage.
The difference in quality is slight from 176400 to 192000, but noticable.
Good luck, guys. :)
Heh I was just gonna mention that. With my resampler set at 192000 my CPU usage hovers around 30%. Temps also go up 2C:cool:Quote:
Originally posted by CrawlingEye
While Kernel Streaming's great, I think the best improvement is the Resampler.
I warn though, with my rig, it puts me at about 50% CPU usage.
I've since changed my resampler to 176400 to save some CPU usage.
The difference in quality is slight from 176400 to 192000, but noticable.
Good luck, guys. :)
Can you use Kernel streaming AND resampler?
Do you use dither? (I have my output at 24bits)
EDIT: I'm experimenting with the resampler at 192000 and the transients/highs seem more crisp and defined. The midrange seems to be slightly fuller too. Scrolling in IE is alot choppier though.:)
You also have a slower rig than the rest of us, no offense:DQuote:
Originally posted by soupnazi
EDIT: I'm experimenting with the resampler at 192000 and the transients/highs seem more crisp and defined. The midrange seems to be slightly fuller too. Scrolling in IE is alot choppier though.:)
None taken. My P3 1ghz "monster" is still doing great.:D
Ah I see XP is a fellow Who fan :D
Yeah, my dad got me into that stuff. Keith Moon is nuts:DQuote:
Originally posted by Gar
Ah I see XP is a fellow Who fan :D
edit: WHen installing v0.7.7a, remember to check all options to be intstalled. I forgot to do this once and didn't end up with all the options. Just though I'd make that clear for everyone:)
Can you still download version .7a?? All I see on Foobars site is version .7b and the beta .8...
dead link:(
Ahh... My CPU is anywhere between 0% - 5% with these settings.. ???Quote:
Originally posted by XP1800
Heh I was just gonna mention that. With my resampler set at 192000 my CPU usage hovers around 30%. Temps also go up 2C:cool:
Thanks for the tip. I'm still wondering about all the DSPs. Currently i just have these dsp:
Resampler (SSRC)
Volume Control
Equalizer
Advanced Limiter
Convert stereo to 4 Channels
Is there any other DSPs that i should add?
Thanks
Holy crap, my "convert stereo to 4 channels" actually works now. It never worked in any of the Foobar versions. (not that I'm going to use it anyway);)
Personally, I think the Stereo -> 4 Channel messes up the mids. Sometimes I feel bad about using my Ultra's to listen to music in 2.1, but then I fire up Winamp and I'm content again:)
Yup, it definately recesses the mids.
EDIT: Since I've started using Kernel Streaming, my Z560's don't seem to be as harsh/overly bright.:)
Yes, you can. Kernel Streaming is an output not a DSP. Foobar will let you also use as many DSP's as you want.Quote:
Originally posted by soupnazi
Can you use Kernel streaming AND resampler?
Do you use dither? (I have my output at 24bits)
It definitely does. I think it slurs them a lot.Quote:
Originally posted by soupnazi
Yup, it definately recesses the mids.
They just sound kind of all garbled together, when I use it.
I'm glad you guys like Foobar. :)