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Firstly I'll admit that cost (£69) was a key factor in my choice here, as I hadn't budgeted on requiring an audio interface to do what I was intending. For many years I've had a Boss device with an enormous array of effects and features for guitar, bass and vocals which (through the wonders of USB) would/should have linked my physical instruments with Garageband software on my iMac. Unfortunately the Boss is no longer supported by the manufacturer and so its device drivers are outdated. I can't afford to shell out megabucks for a replacement, especially when it's otherwise perfectly good, which is where the Audiobox comes in. This little box of tricks sits between the musical interface and the computer, and is powered via the same USB that connects it to the latter. It's very easy to setup and just needs a few leads to be plugged in. It's also Core-compliant, meaning it doesn't require device drivers or a power cable and is therefore as good as future-proof as far as Apple and Microsoft are concerned. There are sufficient input sockets to take 2 x 1/4" jack leads for real instruments, plus MIDI in/out cables, and will accommodate headphones and external speakers. Although it only has 1 x USB port (which is it's means of connection with a computer), the only reason I haven't awarded it 5 stars is because it needs this connection to be direct and dedicated, therefore it can't be powered by a USB expansion hub. Ports are often in demand (even more so with laptops), so this might be a slight irritation. Otherwise this little box of tricks is a winner and is a great and inexpensive solution to a potentially costly problem. Highly recommended.Read full review
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