USB MICS have proven to be problematic here. Takes a lot to get 'em working and keep 'em working, there are also problems with realtime direct monitoring on some mics that I never was able to solve.

This goes for more than just PGMusic recording softwares, too. Same mics had pretty much the same problems trying to use them with several other brands of recording softwares, some of which are known for being absolutely robust.

As for a better sound interface, if you have PCI slot available, I recommend using that first if at all possible for reasons of sanity and simplicity. The M-Audio Audiophile series cards are known to be good choices, with outstanding driver support and they work and play well with PGMusic softwares as well as mostly all others.

If you simply must have USB connect, I recommend the M-Audio Fast Track Pro USB. It has MIDI and Audio connects on it, built in mic preamps, too. Good driver support.

Be careful about that TASCAM. Great unit, but I am not sure if it is still in production or development. Newer OS, you may be blown out of the water.


--Mac

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