Has anyone out there used the UA 25 as a pre/adc??? Ive searched this website and archive.org and Ive only found one taping rig that contains a UA 25. This is my first post but i understand why the UA 5 is preferred for its standalone use and Oade mods. However, I need to get the UA 25 because it has MIDI capabilities that I need for home recording. Im just setting up my first rig into a laptop (for now) but eventually I would like to use a JB3 or R1 (and my UA 25 would become useless for taping shows...bummer). I know that the answer probably lies in spending more money but my budget is pretty much maxed at 250. (Although I could be convinced to spend more if itll solve my problems) So I guess my questions are:
What pre/adc could I use to record into a laptop, then progress to a JB3, has MIDI capabilities, and doesn't break the bank? (preferably USB)?
And more importantly, if I am going to buy this box, Has ANYONE (or anyone's cousin's brother-in law) used the UA 25 in the field?... I am very concerned about buying this because so few people use it. I don't know if that's because everybody knows something that I don't or because lappy recording is on the decline?
Can I still do a matrix mix with the UA 25?
Is it confirmed that Doug Oade is not doing any mods in the future? Is he concentrating on the Firewire 410?
I know that this is a handful of questions but if anyone has any suggestions or clarrifications, they would be much appreciated. Thanks in advance. Adam