hi.
i'm interested in an affordable interface that would allow me to record stereo at decent quality, as well as act as a basic output for my softsynths. my basic setup consists of a Powerbook, CME UF8 keyboard controller, reciever and speakers, and various softsynths. right now i simply use the headphone output and a 1/8 in. to RCA adaptor to get sound to my speakers. i'd rather not use the headphone out, as i want this setup to be able to play the role of a performance keyboard if possible. i am also interested in using my laptop as a basic two track recorder for various events. portability is a key feature i am looking for.
the Alesis IO|2 seems to fit this pretty well. i don't want a full fledged interface, nor do i have the budget to make such a purchase. unfortunately it's too new for me to find any real reviews on it anywhere, and i was wondering if anyone here has purchased it and can tell me about it... like if the audio quality isn't really that hot and i should just save up.
thanks
i'm interested in an affordable interface that would allow me to record stereo at decent quality, as well as act as a basic output for my softsynths. my basic setup consists of a Powerbook, CME UF8 keyboard controller, reciever and speakers, and various softsynths. right now i simply use the headphone output and a 1/8 in. to RCA adaptor to get sound to my speakers. i'd rather not use the headphone out, as i want this setup to be able to play the role of a performance keyboard if possible. i am also interested in using my laptop as a basic two track recorder for various events. portability is a key feature i am looking for.
the Alesis IO|2 seems to fit this pretty well. i don't want a full fledged interface, nor do i have the budget to make such a purchase. unfortunately it's too new for me to find any real reviews on it anywhere, and i was wondering if anyone here has purchased it and can tell me about it... like if the audio quality isn't really that hot and i should just save up.
thanks