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> G4 Powerbook And Os X, any suggestions?
benjones
post Thu 27 Mar 2003, 00:25
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Hello,

I have just bought a g4 powerbook with the intent of setting up a mobile studio. I will be using it mainly to multitrack live instruments, at least that has priority over MIDI input (i eventually will use midi). I couldn't imagine needing more than 2 simultaneous inputs. I was hoping to hear from anyone who has experience with an interface with these general specs.

Like the m-audio duo, audiophile, or premobile
Edirol ua3d, ua5, ua20
the emagic ones
or the mbox

etc.....


I would really like to be able to work completely in OS X. also, I haven't bought any software yet -- so I am hoping to find a hardware-software match that will work right from the get-go!

Please let me know if you have a setup that you are happy with -- or not!

thanks for any input
ben

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rickenbacker
post Thu 27 Mar 2003, 10:08
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hi, benjones

All the interfaces you mention are fine, but...

...they're all USB. Which is OK, but once you have a certain number of tracks, Firewire is better. This usually means a lot more money - MOTU 828 or 896, Presonus Firestation etc - although M-Audio have their 410 Firewire interface coming soon for £349. 4 in, 10 out, Midi and digital connections etc. Looks nice.

I've said it before and I'll say it again: if the drivers aren't complete crap (a reasonable concern given the history of M-Audio stuff to date) it'll be a million seller.

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