I'd say if you like the features you'll like the product.

I don't have a Zoom U-44 but do have another Zoom product and I REALLY like Zoom products. My experience with Zoom products indicates once the initial issues are resolved, the products are rock solid. What makes any product is how well it works with your computer; firmware or drivers can make or break the success of any product.

The Zoom U-44 was released in June, 2016. Per Zoom release notes the firmware was updated in December, 2016 because the U-44 sometimes is not recognized on Mac or on the PC. The good news is Zoom has not updated the firmware since 2016 so the connection issues are likely gone.


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