After a couple of months of research. This machine has everything I need. I guess i'm not the pro people were hoping for but I could care less about motorized faders. I ordered it a couple of weeks ago and it should be arriving in next week. Can't wait to start building tracks and mixes. I will try to answer any questions for those who still want to know more.
According to A&H the pre's on this console are the best they make. And that the 4 Midi Dedicated Faders can double as GROUP SUBS for live grouping so that helps. (I made a mistake in comparing other consoles. The 4 Midi Dedicated Faders do not assign Group Subs. But it is possible when using your software to assign SUBS for live mixing using these 4 midi faders.)
This is the best solution out there. And as for future versions of this model, a 24ch would have been nice. But 16ch is perfect for my first real home studio console. Couldn't ask for more. I can barely keep my ass in my pants waiting.
I'm still new to GS but I will attempt to post original wav files using only the built in pre's on the console. As well as testing out the EQs. Can't wait!!!
FYI: I purchased this for exactly $2700 United States dollars including tax!
