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sure, i understand. so why don't you like mac? it's exactly what you want per your description-- a box with good audio inputs. are you using some special windows-only software?

i get it that you're attached to the old ways but it's only going to get harder the more you wait, and you might be missing out on new great shit-- e.g., i think the ipad would be great for recording. do a search on that and see what you find just for curiosity. eg. this video, this is just a civilian not a geek: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QHjbeeLVM3k

alright dude i don't know what will happen in the end but best wishes.

ps- if you're not physically impaired you can build a custom box yourself cheaper than some hired dolt.

pps- terminal pharmacy uses ipads to run huge live audio shows-- he doesn't post here anymore but you could ask him about it.