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Published on 06/13/07 at 09:50
Value For Money :
Excellent
Config: Toshiba Satellite M70 laptop (Pentium M 740, 1GB RAM, 80GB HD). I was looking for an interface to convert my laptop into a mini-home studio. Namely, input jack with integrated preamp for connecting electric guitar (Epiphone), xlr static mic (Rode NT3), MIDI keyboard (Roland), headphone jack with volume knob and an outlet for connecting it to my stereo -fi.
UTILIZATION
No problemo. The Device is recognized immediately. No need to disable the integrated sound card. I just plug the ftp to use and to return to disconnect the sound card by default. The manual is fairly brief but the card is easy to use.
GETTING STARTED
No problemo bis. Some people have a driver problem that is easily solved (see the forum). The driver is stable even if the updates are rare. The control panel is very simple (we choose the I / O for bandwidth and latency). I lump under cubase. I must choose the ASIO driver M-audio latency and paid directly on the control panel. At 512, I have a near-zero latency (inaudible), even with big synths like FM8. For tracks, I record the instruments usually one by one (or guitar + voice) is no pbm. In reading, my components are not very large, five EPs six tracks, so it passes nickel.
OVERALL OPINION
I bought my laptop last November and the m-audio fast track pro in January (229 euros). Connected to my guitar and my keyboards, I use it to dial but also to play the synth live in a group of pop-rock. I also use it just to amplify my guitar. So, I quickly pay for my purchase by selling my marshall amp and my BOSS. GT Player software bundled with the card is a good virtual effects rack for guitar. Gone are the stuff that weighs three tons!
I have long thought before buying this card and I am fully satisfied. It perfectly meets my needs for a good value for money. The preamps are not great but terrible with my microphone, it's enough, I do not need to force the gain. The switch in knob / playback is practical. I can mix for example sound of my synth sounds with virtual. I will only complaints: the case is ugly (but hey, it's subjective) and the pots are too small and tight to live. Otherwise, all is well.
UTILIZATION
No problemo. The Device is recognized immediately. No need to disable the integrated sound card. I just plug the ftp to use and to return to disconnect the sound card by default. The manual is fairly brief but the card is easy to use.
GETTING STARTED
No problemo bis. Some people have a driver problem that is easily solved (see the forum). The driver is stable even if the updates are rare. The control panel is very simple (we choose the I / O for bandwidth and latency). I lump under cubase. I must choose the ASIO driver M-audio latency and paid directly on the control panel. At 512, I have a near-zero latency (inaudible), even with big synths like FM8. For tracks, I record the instruments usually one by one (or guitar + voice) is no pbm. In reading, my components are not very large, five EPs six tracks, so it passes nickel.
OVERALL OPINION
I bought my laptop last November and the m-audio fast track pro in January (229 euros). Connected to my guitar and my keyboards, I use it to dial but also to play the synth live in a group of pop-rock. I also use it just to amplify my guitar. So, I quickly pay for my purchase by selling my marshall amp and my BOSS. GT Player software bundled with the card is a good virtual effects rack for guitar. Gone are the stuff that weighs three tons!
I have long thought before buying this card and I am fully satisfied. It perfectly meets my needs for a good value for money. The preamps are not great but terrible with my microphone, it's enough, I do not need to force the gain. The switch in knob / playback is practical. I can mix for example sound of my synth sounds with virtual. I will only complaints: the case is ugly (but hey, it's subjective) and the pots are too small and tight to live. Otherwise, all is well.