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oktopus « It does the job! »
Published on 09/14/14 at 13:59I use this interface primarily with Ableton Live 8 on a Mac that runs OSX 10.8.5.
For now it serves me to record vocals and guitar taken.
I chose to replace my Presonus Firebox I had paid at the time (2006), more than double the price, but I could not use on my macbook pro because of incompatible firewire. Brief. Let's say that I stayed in the entry level
I needed a fast interface, I chose the latter. Its price still largely motivated my choice.
What I dislike most at the moment, compared to the Firebox is that it has only two outlets where Presonus proposed in 6 For the price, you should not expect more ( or better!). For cons, I like its compact size and super nomadic, although the build quality is very "plastic". Listed with time ...
Good point (for my taste): the mic on top of the box. I also like the minimalist design that is not too flashy although, again, the plastic ...
UTILIZATION
I have not had a crash per se so far (with Live 8). For cons, I happened to have to reboot my computer because of crackles / crackling sound when recording. I still have not managed to identify the cause but a simple reboot was enough for both to remove the problem.
FYI, I use this interface 2-3 times a week, with working time can vary. So I would say that stability, for my case is pretty good.
No problems with drivers / updates on Mac OSX. One branch, it is recognized, we select our I / O and go.
I have no idea how many tracks I can play simultaneously. I work on small projects, often less than a couple of tracks, and I have so far encountered no difficulties, except for the hiss / crackle mentioned above, but that does not seem to be the direct result of a large number of tracks or extensive use of the processor.
GETTING STARTED
When installing, RAS, easy and quick.
I do not remember having opened the manual. So I can not comment on the teaching skills of the guys ptits from M-Audio-)
Personally I already had in my hands an interface before it so I do not have to ask me specific questions.
OVERALL OPINION
I use it for three months on a regular basis, having been home for almost a Presonus Firebox 8 years.
For my use (home amateur studio, multitrack recording with friends ...), it fits perfectly. I have neither the skills nor the means to buy better and more efficient at the moment. The two negatives I remember are the lack of outputs (but at 88 €, do not dream) and the story of crunches I can not explain. As long as it remains anecdotal, it's not even a problem!
In conclusion, I would say I am very pleased with this choice. Less than 100 €, I have a product that has done its job and knows how to forget while working.
To use a perfectionist and demanding, there is no doubt that quickly show its limitations.
For now it serves me to record vocals and guitar taken.
I chose to replace my Presonus Firebox I had paid at the time (2006), more than double the price, but I could not use on my macbook pro because of incompatible firewire. Brief. Let's say that I stayed in the entry level
I needed a fast interface, I chose the latter. Its price still largely motivated my choice.
What I dislike most at the moment, compared to the Firebox is that it has only two outlets where Presonus proposed in 6 For the price, you should not expect more ( or better!). For cons, I like its compact size and super nomadic, although the build quality is very "plastic". Listed with time ...
Good point (for my taste): the mic on top of the box. I also like the minimalist design that is not too flashy although, again, the plastic ...
UTILIZATION
I have not had a crash per se so far (with Live 8). For cons, I happened to have to reboot my computer because of crackles / crackling sound when recording. I still have not managed to identify the cause but a simple reboot was enough for both to remove the problem.
FYI, I use this interface 2-3 times a week, with working time can vary. So I would say that stability, for my case is pretty good.
No problems with drivers / updates on Mac OSX. One branch, it is recognized, we select our I / O and go.
I have no idea how many tracks I can play simultaneously. I work on small projects, often less than a couple of tracks, and I have so far encountered no difficulties, except for the hiss / crackle mentioned above, but that does not seem to be the direct result of a large number of tracks or extensive use of the processor.
GETTING STARTED
When installing, RAS, easy and quick.
I do not remember having opened the manual. So I can not comment on the teaching skills of the guys ptits from M-Audio-)
Personally I already had in my hands an interface before it so I do not have to ask me specific questions.
OVERALL OPINION
I use it for three months on a regular basis, having been home for almost a Presonus Firebox 8 years.
For my use (home amateur studio, multitrack recording with friends ...), it fits perfectly. I have neither the skills nor the means to buy better and more efficient at the moment. The two negatives I remember are the lack of outputs (but at 88 €, do not dream) and the story of crunches I can not explain. As long as it remains anecdotal, it's not even a problem!
In conclusion, I would say I am very pleased with this choice. Less than 100 €, I have a product that has done its job and knows how to forget while working.
To use a perfectionist and demanding, there is no doubt that quickly show its limitations.