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Edirol UA25 USB Stereo Audio Interface
24-Bit/96 kHz record/playback quality. Portable system.
"Great for home and remote recording, not-so-great for mixdown"
Feature:
Pros: - USB interface - USB powered, even phantom mic voltage Cons: - USB interface is 1.1 only, which limits 24/96 operation to in or out, not both - Use of the optical SPDIF input creates a loop, so you can only use in or out, not both - Analog outputs are variable, not straight line level - Headphone level is tied directly to analog output level - Direct monitoring feed is only a volume, not a mix control - No coaxial SPDIF or AES/EBU I/O
Quality:
Rugged case, controls and I/O nicely laid out
Value:
If I were designing this box the coaxial connections on the back would be SPDIF I/O; using the SPDIF input wouldn't create a loop; the analog outs would be line level only; the output volume on the front would control the headphones only; the direct monitor control would be a mix control between direct in and out; and the USB interface would be 2.0 or Firewire. Two headphone outs with separate volumes would be a real plus. Stand-alone conversion between analog <=> SPDIF would be really nice as well. For that I'd pay $50-$100 more and the box would be a true Swiss army knife.
Desirability:
As it is, this box is great for remote recording i.e. with a lap-top, and the soft limiting can't be beat. But it sucks for mixdown due to the SPDIF loop, the combined headphone / line output level control, and the poorly designed direct monitor.
Sound:
Pros: - Mic pres are fairly quiet - Very nice soft limiting of analog inputs - Headphone output is quiet Cons: - Line inputs a bit hissy when gain is applied
Support:
No email tech support that I could find. Kind of pathetic in this day and age. Drivers version remains at 1.0.0 (which is good or bad depending on how you look at it).
Overall:
This little box is pretty nifty. I got it due to the all the handy interfaces it has. With a some changes it would be perfect IMO, but as-is it is very frustrating to use for mix-down. The BCA2000 is better for home recording and mixdown, and is cheaper to boot, but my BCA2000 poped the left channel when I was disconnecting a mic, so I decided to try this unit instead. I have rather mixed feelings about it, but have somewhat grudgingly decided to keep it.
Pros: - USB interface - USB powered, even phantom mic voltage Cons: - USB interface is 1.1 only, which limits 24/96 operation to in or out, not both - Use of the optical SPDIF input creates a loop, so you can only use in or out, not both - Analog outputs are variable, not straight line level - Headphone level is tied directly to analog output level - Direct monitoring feed is only a volume, not a mix control - No coaxial SPDIF or AES/EBU I/O
Quality:
Rugged case, controls and I/O nicely laid out
Value:
If I were designing this box the coaxial connections on the back would be SPDIF I/O; using the SPDIF input wouldn't create a loop; the analog outs would be line level only; the output volume on the front would control the headphones only; the direct monitor control would be a mix control between direct in and out; and the USB interface would be 2.0 or Firewire. Two headphone outs with separate volumes would be a real plus. Stand-alone conversion between analog <=> SPDIF would be really nice as well. For that I'd pay $50-$100 more and the box would be a true Swiss army knife.
Desirability:
As it is, this box is great for remote recording i.e. with a lap-top, and the soft limiting can't be beat. But it sucks for mixdown due to the SPDIF loop, the combined headphone / line output level control, and the poorly designed direct monitor.
Sound:
Pros: - Mic pres are fairly quiet - Very nice soft limiting of analog inputs - Headphone output is quiet Cons: - Line inputs a bit hissy when gain is applied
Support:
No email tech support that I could find. Kind of pathetic in this day and age. Drivers version remains at 1.0.0 (which is good or bad depending on how you look at it).
Overall:
This little box is pretty nifty. I got it due to the all the handy interfaces it has. With a some changes it would be perfect IMO, but as-is it is very frustrating to use for mix-down. The BCA2000 is better for home recording and mixdown, and is cheaper to boot, but my BCA2000 poped the left channel when I was disconnecting a mic, so I decided to try this unit instead. I have rather mixed feelings about it, but have somewhat grudgingly decided to keep it.
"Small Box, Big Wonder"
Feature:
MIDI, phantom power, 2 XLRs for stereo recordings...everything I need in a small box! And since it comes with SONAR LE, this is a real bargain for the mobile musician. Using Sony Vegas...I was able to use almost 40 plus tracks without a hitch! Imagine that for such a small device. Wow, I'm beginning to sound like an advertisement...
Quality:
It seems pretty sturdy. I stepped on it once (it was inside the bag). It looked pretty much the same (and functions the same!) when I took it out. I used to have a mixer with the same casing...rust started to form when it got wet so I'm making sure that this baby is humidified properly.
Desirability:
This is a well-made, well-thought of product. Compact and just the right weight. It's my best audio purchase for the year.
Sound:
For the pricepoint, I'd say this one sounds more than decent. I do a lot of vocal recordings with my Mac laptop (dual boot MAC OSX and Win XP) and it has never disappointed me. The limiter can really handle those loud peaks but I'd rather turn the gain knob a bit to avoid clipping altogether. It has a pretty good noise filter which I'd say is one of its key features.
Ease of Use:
You gotta reset Windows after installing the drivers. Sometimes though, it doesn't power the unit right away. Resetting fixes it. Works great with Sony Vegas and Sound Forge. Just choose the appropriate audio driver in the sound menu and you're good to go.
Support:
Never needed it...well, so far.
Overall:
They say a firewire interface would prove better in the long run because of its data transfer speed. I've had headaches with the firewire Digi 002 interface of Digidesign, less problems with the Mbox and a fuss-free experience with the UA-25. I'd say USB devices are a pretty stable option. I wouldn't recommend a better option. This
MIDI, phantom power, 2 XLRs for stereo recordings...everything I need in a small box! And since it comes with SONAR LE, this is a real bargain for the mobile musician. Using Sony Vegas...I was able to use almost 40 plus tracks without a hitch! Imagine that for such a small device. Wow, I'm beginning to sound like an advertisement...
Quality:
It seems pretty sturdy. I stepped on it once (it was inside the bag). It looked pretty much the same (and functions the same!) when I took it out. I used to have a mixer with the same casing...rust started to form when it got wet so I'm making sure that this baby is humidified properly.
Desirability:
This is a well-made, well-thought of product. Compact and just the right weight. It's my best audio purchase for the year.
Sound:
For the pricepoint, I'd say this one sounds more than decent. I do a lot of vocal recordings with my Mac laptop (dual boot MAC OSX and Win XP) and it has never disappointed me. The limiter can really handle those loud peaks but I'd rather turn the gain knob a bit to avoid clipping altogether. It has a pretty good noise filter which I'd say is one of its key features.
Ease of Use:
You gotta reset Windows after installing the drivers. Sometimes though, it doesn't power the unit right away. Resetting fixes it. Works great with Sony Vegas and Sound Forge. Just choose the appropriate audio driver in the sound menu and you're good to go.
Support:
Never needed it...well, so far.
Overall:
They say a firewire interface would prove better in the long run because of its data transfer speed. I've had headaches with the firewire Digi 002 interface of Digidesign, less problems with the Mbox and a fuss-free experience with the UA-25. I'd say USB devices are a pretty stable option. I wouldn't recommend a better option. This
"Excellent quality, looks, and support."
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Feature:The built in pre-amps work only with a condensor mic. I bought a stereo pre-amp from radio shack for 25.00 (that was actually listed as for speakers) use it between my Sony ECM 909A stereo mic., and the results are very clear, very high-quality.
Quality:
Well made. Aluminum cover. Seems very sturdy.
Value:
I haven't used any other audio interface, but my online shopping seems to indicate that UA 25 is a very good value.
Desirability:
Looks good. Looks sturdy. It's aluminum case is attractive and sturdy.
Sound:
Very clear sound. Noise at full gain when recording from a microphone, but back the gain down a little, and it has no noise.
Support:
I called support because my microphone did not record loud enough and I wanted to be sure the built-in pre-amps were not usable with this microphone (They arent't). The technician I talked to was very helpful, patient, knowledgable. He looked up relevant information and told me the pre-amp I had, from radio shack was compatible and gave me other information I needed.
Overall:
I like it. The only reason I haven't given it 10 in most categories is that I haven't tried other, very expensive interfaces. I don't have anything to compare it to.
"Excellent product for the money. Great Clean mic-pre's and high sampling rate if you need it."
Feature:
compression circuit, phantom power, recognized by computer, haven't used the midi. overall very good... low latency... even the headphone out powers my hungry old AKG240's
Quality:
Excellent fit... knobs feel good... some sharp edges
Value:
It's all about the clean sound... can't beat it without spending a lot more.
Sound:
Exceptionally clean and transparent mic pre-amps... the soft knee limiting works well for spoken word. I use it primarily with a Rode NT-2a (I think that is the correct model number..) anyway a Rode large diaphram multi pattern, bass roll-off etc. The interface is easy and records cleanly into my laptop
Ease of Use:
no problems... just check that your USB Universal controllers are supported... the website and your device manager in Windows will tell you quickly.
Support:
Web support beyond drivers looks to be non-existant. Haven't had to call
compression circuit, phantom power, recognized by computer, haven't used the midi. overall very good... low latency... even the headphone out powers my hungry old AKG240's
Quality:
Excellent fit... knobs feel good... some sharp edges
Value:
It's all about the clean sound... can't beat it without spending a lot more.
Sound:
Exceptionally clean and transparent mic pre-amps... the soft knee limiting works well for spoken word. I use it primarily with a Rode NT-2a (I think that is the correct model number..) anyway a Rode large diaphram multi pattern, bass roll-off etc. The interface is easy and records cleanly into my laptop
Ease of Use:
no problems... just check that your USB Universal controllers are supported... the website and your device manager in Windows will tell you quickly.
Support:
Web support beyond drivers looks to be non-existant. Haven't had to call
"Buy it!"
Feature:
Has every input that i need so no connectivity problem for me.
Quality:
the unit seems to be of good quality my only complaint is that the usb cable that ships with the unit fits to tightly so i needed to use another
Value:
i think its a pretty good value its a little more expensive than other models i looked at but its also better quality so i expected to pay a little more.
Desirability:
well as far as sex appeal im not going to sleep with it but its a nice design with good looks
Sound:
I would say the sound quality is pretty good i have been using it a few days and overall im satisfied with it.
Ease of Use:
very easy i had it up and running on my vista laptop in about 3 mins after downloading the vista drivers very stable i might add.
Support:
havnt needed them other than to download drivers for vista but i will say the drivers were very easy to find.
Overall:
I really like the product so i wont be looking for anything else anytime soon. as far as what im using it for running sonar with vst instruments im running at 10 ms latency very good so my goal has been met for this product as that the reason i bought it my onboard soud has no asio drivers so i had to get something a note to those complaining about high latency switch to the asio drive for goodness sake it will fix your problem.
Has every input that i need so no connectivity problem for me.
Quality:
the unit seems to be of good quality my only complaint is that the usb cable that ships with the unit fits to tightly so i needed to use another
Value:
i think its a pretty good value its a little more expensive than other models i looked at but its also better quality so i expected to pay a little more.
Desirability:
well as far as sex appeal im not going to sleep with it but its a nice design with good looks
Sound:
I would say the sound quality is pretty good i have been using it a few days and overall im satisfied with it.
Ease of Use:
very easy i had it up and running on my vista laptop in about 3 mins after downloading the vista drivers very stable i might add.
Support:
havnt needed them other than to download drivers for vista but i will say the drivers were very easy to find.
Overall:
I really like the product so i wont be looking for anything else anytime soon. as far as what im using it for running sonar with vst instruments im running at 10 ms latency very good so my goal has been met for this product as that the reason i bought it my onboard soud has no asio drivers so i had to get something a note to those complaining about high latency switch to the asio drive for goodness sake it will fix your problem.
"Awesome Product"
Feature:
It does not come with any software but Cubase SE works great with it.
Quality:
It would take a lot of abuse to break this thing.. the aluminum chasis is indistructable in my eyes.
Value:
Yes
Desirability:
Works for me
Sound:
The sound is exactly like I play it on the guitar. My style is unique in itself and this gets it all on the computer.
Support:
Have not had to deal with the company.. no need so far.
Overall:
This thing does everything I was looking for to capture my sounds on the computer. It Rocks..
It does not come with any software but Cubase SE works great with it.
Quality:
It would take a lot of abuse to break this thing.. the aluminum chasis is indistructable in my eyes.
Value:
Yes
Desirability:
Works for me
Sound:
The sound is exactly like I play it on the guitar. My style is unique in itself and this gets it all on the computer.
Support:
Have not had to deal with the company.. no need so far.
Overall:
This thing does everything I was looking for to capture my sounds on the computer. It Rocks..
"The ultimate pre demo device!"
Feature:
for that price??? couldnt find anything better!
Quality:
nothing amazing..but definitely solid looking and all the ins/outs are of good quality and made to last
Value:
Simply put..this is the best value for money device i could find!
Desirability:
maybe not that sexy looking but it s soooo easy to use that it is in a way a small wonder!
Sound:
Great quality for recording anything to electronic drums, guitar through the HiZ line, excellent preamps for the mics line in, decent limiter included
Ease of Use:
The manual is crystal clear and installing the asio drivers is dead easy. Adjusting buffer size, switching to direct monitoring...no problems!
Support:
no need for support so i cant really judge here. A new version of Asio drivers would be a nice christmas gift!
Overall:
I rate the overall really because of the points stated above (reliability, quality of recording, value for money..) and most of all the UA25 made want to explore more and invest more..job done for Edirol cos i ll def be one of their customers!
for that price??? couldnt find anything better!
Quality:
nothing amazing..but definitely solid looking and all the ins/outs are of good quality and made to last
Value:
Simply put..this is the best value for money device i could find!
Desirability:
maybe not that sexy looking but it s soooo easy to use that it is in a way a small wonder!
Sound:
Great quality for recording anything to electronic drums, guitar through the HiZ line, excellent preamps for the mics line in, decent limiter included
Ease of Use:
The manual is crystal clear and installing the asio drivers is dead easy. Adjusting buffer size, switching to direct monitoring...no problems!
Support:
no need for support so i cant really judge here. A new version of Asio drivers would be a nice christmas gift!
Overall:
I rate the overall really because of the points stated above (reliability, quality of recording, value for money..) and most of all the UA25 made want to explore more and invest more..job done for Edirol cos i ll def be one of their customers!
"So Far, So-So. Hoping for better....."
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Feature:More I/O than I ever plan to use. Simple interface, Vista drivers available.
Quality:
Solid. My stuff takes a beating. This will hold up.
Desirability:
Not turned on.
Sound:
This is more than adaquate for live performance. I needed a a new device since new laptops have gone away from PCMCIA and this seemed to be the most cost-effective.
Ease of Use:
Plug'n Play. I installed the drivers, plugged it into the laptop and was ready to perform. Used it the same day on the job. Much easier than my pcmcia card when I need to change volume.
Support:
Latencies in Sonar are nothing like they claim. I have to set them considerably higher than my pcmcia card to avoid freeze-up and audio dropout. I am hoping my new laptop (a little more horsepower) will improve this.
Overall:
I'm hoping this will last until I need a new computer. If someone makes a hot smartcard I can use, I might make a change.
"It's VERY WORTH IT"
Feature:
Good enough, especially for the price.
Quality:
Well built and compact. The USB connector at the back though may seem a little flimsy, but still I'm always picky.
Value:
For under $250, it's the way to go.
Desirability:
Not the best looking product.
Sound:
For some reason while recording, I experience popping. I use Mac OS X and have used from Garageband v2 to Logic Pro, both experience the popping but then diconnecting the USB stops the popping.
Support:
Haven't had the neccesity to call for any type of help. The driver though is still at version 1.0, which either shows Edirols reliabilty or laziness.
Good enough, especially for the price.
Quality:
Well built and compact. The USB connector at the back though may seem a little flimsy, but still I'm always picky.
Value:
For under $250, it's the way to go.
Desirability:
Not the best looking product.
Sound:
For some reason while recording, I experience popping. I use Mac OS X and have used from Garageband v2 to Logic Pro, both experience the popping but then diconnecting the USB stops the popping.
Support:
Haven't had the neccesity to call for any type of help. The driver though is still at version 1.0, which either shows Edirols reliabilty or laziness.
Edirol UA25 Interface Customer Review
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Quality:Excellent interoperability with my software (Sound Forge 7.0) & Vegas 5. Their driver is really good too, I have no complaint.
Value:
Get good value maybe even compared to any tool that's $400 or above.
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