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Originally Posted by smoovemode  My Channel needs are still modest. The only reason I'm considering units with more channels is for sound quality only. With the exception of separates (converter, mic pre, etc), it seems like the more you spend on quality, the most stuff they give you, as it pertains to audio interfaces. That's why I'm taking a close look at card based stuff as well. It seems like they give you more for the money. Instead of buying a 2000.00 converter which still needs a card of some sort to connect to your computer, I much prefer an 800.00 card that does the same thing as the converter box does. My only concern was sound quality.
If the new RME cards sound just as good or better than the UCX/UFX and cost half as much, I'm thinking I can buy the card and then use the money I saved and put it towards a nice preamp or two.
So, If a RME Card + Dedicated Mic Preamp will sound better than an Apogee Ensemble...I'm getting the RME card combo.
If there's a debate between the two, I would probably lean towards the ensemble just because it can be mobile as well.
If I did get an RME box, it would have to outperform the Ensemble and I would probably go with the UCX and not the UFX because I don't need all those inputs and could use the money I save towards a mic preamp, much like I would do with the card. |
I had a Hammerfall, good card.. But seriously don't dismiss the Ensemble until you have tried it.. Get to a shop and compare the two, I drifted to the apogee side.
Bill knows his stuff, I do trust him.. But for all the consoles and gear I have used I am impressed with the Apogee stuff, best thing to do is try it and make up your own mind.