For those of you who are not interested in the the technical aspects of recording, I would suggest that you skip this blog.
First off, I must state that I was satisfied with the overall performance of my Presonus Firebox firewire audio interface. I found the preamps to be clean and it offers multiple outputting which is unusual for a comparable model. If you click on the right, where it says free mp3 downloads, you can download and hear songs which were recorded with the Firebox.
The unit has served me well for 2 channel recording and has proved especially useful when performing with a click track, which requires the use of multiple outputting. If you have many usb devices, it is also nice that this audio interface connects via firewire as to not take up valuable usb ports.
That being said, the other day I went to work on a project and there was no sound. The computer did not recognize the device, the light on the interface would not illuminate and it just plain didn’t work. After multiple diagnostic tests, troubleshooting and internet searches, I concluded that Presonus Firebox firewire audio interface was totally fried. My suspicion was confirmed after disconnecting the unit and performing the smell test.
The Firebox lasted about 2 years and performed admirably. But, be aware that its shelf life may be limited. Of course, it could be that my particular Presonus Firebox firewire audio interface had just enough of Mad Francis.
