Tascam FW1082 FireWire Audio Interface Review

I have owned this for over a year now, I have used it with Apple Pro 8 Logic as my audio device and Controller, it makes editing and mixing a breeze. Reasons Recognizes it as well, using the Mackie Emulation. Can be used with Pro Tools as a Midi and controller only, not the audio. It is a pretty big device so if you are limited with desk space you might need a stand. I am using this with my MBOX 2 and also works well with the new Propellerhead Record, I have been beta testing. Overall If you want a device with motorized faders, and 2 midi in and outs, mute solo switches, programmable buttons via midi, this is a well built device. The mic pre amps are not the best, the mbox mic preamps sound better. But it is decent enough to record vocals.
One other note the Tascam Fw 1082 can be synced with Apple Final Cut and setup with effects and filters, also works well with Soundtrack pro2. It has an on screen LCD bar that shows the instruments and track that you have on each track via Software DAW. Has 8 Analog inputs and 10 outputs including the digital outs.

• 2 x IEEE1394 6pin connectors^ASIO 2.0, WDM, GSIF2 (audio) and MME (MIDI) compatibility for Windows 2000 / XP^Core Audio and Core MIDI compatibility for Mac OS X^Foot SW Input (1/4 TRS connector)^Steinberg Cubase LE and Giga light version are bundled

The Tascam FW-1082 Audio/MIDI Interface and Control Surface provides tons of audio and MIDI I/O for small studios, and it also offers a control surface with moving-faders - all for a previously unheard-of price. The FW-1082 features 10 inputs, including four balanced XLR mic inputs with phantom power. Two MIDI inputs and outputs are also included, plus S/PDIF digital I/O. Eight channel strips each feature a 60mm touch-sensitive moving fader and select/solo/mute buttons, and a moving master fader is also provided. The FW-1082 includes the latest TASCAM software bundle: Cubasis LE 96kHz/48-track recording software, GigaStudio 3 LE streaming sampler and Nomad Factory plug-in demos.The FW-1082 is an all-in-one solution for your computer-based digital audio workstation system. Its integrated design incorporates a high resolution professional multi-channel audio interface and integrated zero-latency input monitor mixer, a 2 x 2 MIDI interface, and a highly programmable, ergonomically designed control surface for your audio software.The FW-1082 is designed to be the nerve center of your digital audio environment. Its versatile control surface features nine touch-sensitive motorized faders, transport and multi-function controls for direct, immediate communication between your audio software and you. Its full complement of analog mic and line inputs and S/PDIF inputs and outputs provides a high resolution, 24-bit audio front end for input and output of your digital audio workstation. Its integrated free-standing mixer provides the connectivity you need for your entire studio, and it connects to your Windows PC or Mac with a single FireWire connection.Nomad Factory Essential Studio Suite Bundled Plug-ins for Mac & PCNo longer must you suffer with dry, lifeless tracks that lack the creative spark you need to stand out from the crowd. Nomad Factorys Essential Studio Suite gives you the 9 most important plug-ins youll ever

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