Hi, I am shopping for a FW interface so that I can justify getting a
notebook to use as a DAW.
I am looking at the Firepod10 by Presonus. I am not a fan of that
company however because I have their "blue tue" pre which is the
noisiest pre ive ever heard (i know what do you want for $100!). I like
the firepod because it has direct outs so i can record live with mics
and di, and still bring it home to use as the DAW interface (which does
not have FW). Does anyone have experience with these? How are the
pre's?
-Alan

I set up my nephew's recording room/project studio with a Firepod (came
bundled with CubaseLE) on a Compaq desktop. I know what you mean about
that 'blue tube' pre. I had one of those and it was noisy. This
version of the Firepod is a tad limited - only has two pre's, but
there's about 6 line in on 1/4" - but it sounds okay for an under $300
interface. As usual, YMMV.