I have a PC recording setup, and I need to add a sound card. I am looking at the following cards:
1. Echo MIA ($199 American)
2. M-Audio Audiophile ($179 American)
My problem is this, I cannot find a "side to side" comparison of these cards. When I go to my local music store, they tell me to get the Echo MIA (because they only sell that card). When I go to ANOTHER music store, they tell me to get the M-Audio Audiophile(They only sell that one). So you see my problem, I can't get an 'objective' opinion on either. Has anyone used either/both of these cards? If so which do you reccomend? I know about the features of each: The MIA has 1/4" in/out, and 8 'virtual' outs on the card, but no MIDI. The Audiophile has MIDI, but RCA in/out. Both have 24bit/96Mhz converters, SPDIF, and all that stuff.
Anyone with experience on either or both of these cards, I would greatly appreciate some advice!! thanks!
