Feature:
I got this product with the recording package. Man it come equipt right out of the box to start making music. It totally stream lined my entire operation the Transport controls and touch sensitive motorized faders and gold. It was 2 MIDI I/O's. There isnt a device out that has that feature alone under a thousand. I only wish it had more that one Headphone output and surround mixer outputs. But thats what my Presonus is for... LOL.

Quality:
Full metal body. the buttons are plastic but i cant think of too many that arent these days... LOL. but Solid as a rock. Feels like you could drop it, pick it up, dust it off and keep moving, without breaking a sweat.

Value:
Got this with the recording package. So it was well worth the money. And the more that i use it the more i am convinced that even if i didnt get it with the recording package it is well worth it and its the only device of its kind under 600 dollars. Cant beat it. Only wishes it had a LCD on the device it would eliminate me having to scroll up on the screne to remember what sound is in what channel.

Desirability:
Yo i bring buddies in the studio and they instantly want one. it is nice and well layed out...

Sound:
I have routed all my sound to come thru this device. It performs flawlessly doesnt distort or alter my sound at all. Love it.

Ease of Use:
It is easy to take it out the box connect it and play but if you really wanna know your product take time to thoroughly look over the manual. Practice usuing the functions. It took me about 30 minutes to look over it and i learned so many ways to configure this device. Everything is assignable stupid easy...

Support:
havent had to use them.

Overall:
Basically this product will be the backbone of my setup until i can afford the Euphonix MC-5 or other Euphonix setup. Those Muthaz got LCD scenes on all the buttons. That is hot... HA. But yea this product is very good for the money it definately competes and out performs most other units. This product definately is an all around solution for me and my studio. It gives me those 4 Xlr inputs. I only have 3 mic so i dont even use em all. And my talkback mic is on my PreSonus so i have more than enough inputs to handle my needs for at least a little while...

Feature:
The 60mm faders have good response and come in real handy for automating a quick 8 track session, not the smoothest control surface around but it is the only item of its type avail @ this price point with motorized automation. If you were looking to use a master clock you'd have to route it through the SPDIF but your interface should cost more than your clock. Transport controls work as needed with no problems. It's super easy to level check your audio and the DAW levels.

Quality:
well built -- not a tank, it can do a decent monitor mix for live but the house would easier. leave it (& your laptop) in the car. jacks seem sturdy, cool software based LCD read out always works without a hitch.

Value:
there is not a single item @ this price point that does what this does.

Desirability:
ooooooooo you like it like that!!

Sound:
Both Nuendo (pc) and DP5 (osx) work well and sound good with this item -- mic pres are adequate for instruments and limited vox -- of course @ this price point stellar conversion & dynamic range would be a waste. It's a lot more of a software controlling midi interface with 10 very decent inputs instead of a pro front-end.

Ease of Use:
This is what this thing was built to do - be easy to use and get real results, If you haven't used alot of computer based music gear then it could be daunting task to get it all fully functional.(it'll take you an hour to really get it online)

Support:
Cubase LE 1.07 doesn't work with OSX but 1.08 does, so I called to get a copy of 1.08 and the girl was super nice and told me it was back ordered for 2 weeks, they sent me the new one in 5 days. Under promise and over deliver -- you got love that!!

Overall:
Great for the flow!! The Free version of Cubase (LE) only records 4 tracks at a time, Tascam should follow Mackie's lead and develop thier own software DAW.

Feature:
The mixer can work in computer mode for computer recording as well as work in independent audio mode. It is also perfectly suited to control your software (Sonar, Cubase, etc.) as well as virtual instruments.

Quality:
The product is excellent and covers exactly what is expected... if the audio driver works with your operating system. READ OVERALL REVIEW

Value:
If you have a compatible operating system and do not need support, then this product is absolutely perfect. READ OVERALL REVIEW

Desirability:
If you are on Windows XP or Vista 32 bit, then this is the mixer to go. If you have on Windows Vista 64 bit you may run into troubles if you have more then 2 GB RAM. READ OVERALL REVIEW

Sound:
The Sound is excellent, both recording and playing... if the driver works correctly with the operating system READ OVERALL REVIEW

Ease of Use:
The manual is quite small and it takes maybe 2 hours to know how the mixer works.

Support:
Wrote to Tascam support, got never any reply. Similar experiences posted throughout the net. Do better not count on Tascam support. READ OVERALL REVIEW

Overall:
I own this product since some time already. First it was used on Windows Vista 32 bit with 3 GB RAM and Sonar 7 Producer Edition. All worked perfectly. Then I switched to Windows Vista 64 bit and 8 GB RAM and this is where the problems began. Tascam insures that the driver works with 64 bit Vista. However, this isn't entirely true. I experienced what many other users have reported before: if you have more then 2 GB RAM the current driver will produce a horrible sound full of cracks that you cannot fix by any means. It looks like to be a driver error. This has been reported to Tascam and numerous peoples wrote them, me included, but never received a reply from them. SO BEWARE: if you do not expect to use Windows Vista 64 bit with more then 2 GB RAM, then this mixer is perfectly suited for you. If you want to use it with Vista 64 bit and more then 2 GB RAM, BEWARE - excepted if Tascam updates the driver. However, I noticed that the error only happens when you PLAY audio on Vista 64 bit with more then 2 GB RAM. Recording is NOT AFFECTED. Also you can continue to use the mixer as remote control for your software or virtual instruments. But you can forget about playing audio. For that reason I got an Edirol UA-25EX, that audio card works perfectly with Vista 64 bit and 8 GB RAM. All audio is routed via Edirol and I use now the Tascam mixer as remote control. However, the intent would be that I do not need a second audio interface...

Feature:
Great features. No problems with this at all.

Quality:
Solidly made except that I wish the channel controls were metal instead of plastic. You'll need to take a little care transporting it.

Value:
Good value/features ratio. I'm pleased with it.

Sound:
I've experimented with a variety of mixers, including top-of-the-line PCI audio cards. I think this model is a good competitor.

Ease of Use:
As close to plug-and-play as you can get! Easy to install and set-up, works intuitively and solidly. The manual is well written (honestly, many companies don't produce decent manuals).

Support:
Never tried to reach tech support so I can't comment.

Overall:
I'll definitely keep it until I wear it out or break it. It's completely compatible with the way I work (audio studio work for video and broadcast).

Feature:
Motorized faders are cool, except they move funny since I caught my cat sleeping on it. Heads up: If you have cats, close the door to that room. 8 inputs is great, especially for recording drums. Knobs are good quality rubber (better than the US 428 I used to own.)

Quality:
I think everything is high enough quality for what I paid for it. I wouldn't take it on the road unless you have a good case (as with any mixer I guess)

Value:
Best bargain I could find compared to others including Digi 002, Yamaha 01x...

Sound:
Sounds great 24/96 converters are good enough for what I do (and for most people I bet) Preamps sound clean. If you want better sound, buy preamps.

Ease of Use:
Really good manual- was up and running with no trouble on Cubase SX 3, midi syncing and all. Really clear to understand. Very simple to use compared to a Yamaha 01x (they have the worst instructions ever by the way)

Support:
I dealt with them 2 years ago when I had a US 428. They were great to deal with, and I wasn't put on hold at all.

Overall:
This is enough for what I do now. I may eventually want more inputs.

Feature:
Loads of features ,Read the product book and after a few hours no more mouse clicks .

Quality:
Unit is made very well , I have been using mine for over a year and no probloms . Great inputs and solid faders . You might want to get a mixer cover to protect your unit from dust & smoke .

Value:
Value is what most people look at ,but this unit should cost a crap load of more money than it does . So go buy it right now before there all gone.

Desirability:
Very sexy if you know how to use it . Like most DAW Control unit. the people that buy them should really get to know the unit before rating the product.

Sound:
Sound is great . Mic pres could be better but i use stand alone mic pres anyway. Sound is better than most units that cost alot more. Just make sure you have some good monitors ,you will really hear some high end sounds.

Ease of Use:
This thing works perfect with cubase LE . Not one problom

Support:
Never used there support , You really should not need to . Just read the product book & make sure your PC is up to speed.

Overall:
Overall if your recording music with your PC This unit is a must have . You will also need a few other things , Like a bunch of great recording mics like AKG C214 & Heil Pr30 & Heil pr20. Just to name a few. Also get a good set of mic pres and some good monitors You will be blown away with the sound you are getting .

Feature:
can't beat it for the price. Keep in mind- if you're going to use the Cubase on a 64-bit, you'll have to upgrade your Cubase (this is per Steinberg, who created Cubase)...

Quality:
Not too bad. The mute/selection keys seem a little "cheap", but are holding-up well.

Value:
Absolutely! Anyone starting out with this (home studio, etc).... Go for it! I am truly impressed. (Read the manual, so that you do things CORRECTLY when setting it up)!

Desirability:
GREAT!

Sound:
Sound quality is being produced (generally) as well as the sound is being delivered through it (quality of your mic's, instrument pick-ups, outputs, etc...).

Ease of Use:
Fantastic- again you can NOT beat the price!

Overall:
Don't plan on replacing it. If it wears-out, then I will not have a choice. Would consider it again!

Feature:
It has the capability to become a generic controller for plugins and works well with logic

Quality:
The only con is the faders vibrate after a while

Value:
Nothing compares to this product for the money

Desirability:
Its a nic elooking unit

Sound:
Good Sounding mic Pre for the money

Ease of Use:
Unit is Very easy to setup and use

Support:
Its kkinda hard to get in touch with tech support but when you get them they are very helpful

Overall:
Overall its a good mixer and control surface and audio interface

Feature:
works with both my windows XP cubase setup and Mac OSX Logic setup. no problems. The moving faders and transport are a lifesaver.

Quality:
i got mine used and it's been holding up well. get a mixer bag for it for mobile use and you'll be up and running.

Value:
excellent bang for buck

Desirability:
moving faders baby

Sound:
clean, clear and crisp inputs. line in's have enough gain for use with mics too if you need 8 mic in's.

Ease of Use:
Did i mention the transport?

Support:
drivers are good...contacting teac/tascam is a little difficult though.

Overall:
sweet