The Perfect Audio Interface Under $300: Creative E-MU 1616m - Windows 10 Setup
As indie artists further dig in to their respective trenches across the new home recording landscape, this work horse has proven to stand the test of time: The E-MU 1616m from Creative has lasted 10 years, and three Windows Operating Systems. As long as you've got a PCI-e x1 slot open on your motherboard, you're going to benefit from the 192 khz speed with the same conversion technology as the Pro Tools HD Core A/D. Are you an independent artist that doesn't want to shell out the big bucks for studio time? You think you could manage putting together your own tracks in a DAW of your choosing? Maybe the 1616m is the right option for you. This device features 6 full analog inputs, including to XLR/Line input channels on the front, with four other rear 1/4" TRS balanced inputs. 6 TRS balanced outputs, as well as expandable ADAT lightpipe input and outputs that clock at 192 khz as well. Now, this is listed as an "End of Service Life" device, so you won't be l...