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No problem-I was just adding more info. It's all good to me!

Hi Jim Yes I knew that. Always remember the great help you gave to so many of us way back when the forum had Glennbo and SusanG and others......... I believe my user name back then was either Stratster or Stratman with a number 🙂

I have known about StudioCats since the ORIGINAL cakewalk forums long, long ago. He actually is on my list already. But I value the smarts in this forum so I posed the question. Glad I did.

I'll take a look-Thanks for the info. The only real strong options I must have are windows INTEL and an Nvidia graphics card, no intel or other graphics. Don't want a touchscreen either but I imagine most if not all have an option to disable the touchscreen

Wanting a laptop (my present one is 16 yrs old running W8.1) I only record 1 track ata time and really want it mostly for using CWBL and playing back and editing. I use all VSTS, except for my vocals, electric and acoustic guitars. My present laptop, old, is an Asus i7 and has lasted 16 long years but really not sufficient and also will not take win 10 or 11. I really want a modern laptop. I am getting up in years and $$$ is not a big concern for me right now. I have been building my own desktops since, well forever it seems, but laptops, uh nope. I do prefer NVidia graphics, I know that raises the price but thats OK. I do like Asus products, but am open to suggestions Thanks very much for any ideas.

Short answer is the Focusrite control is severely lacking, for me anyway. To explain better, My old trusty echo Layla 3G had the perfect PC app-you could see EVERYTHING all at once, You can adjust everything easily. The focusrite 3r gen 18i20 with a similar interface would be ok. But also I monitor thru a mixer and use the OUTS from each channel into the mixer to monitor in the room when creating\learning whatever. The output signal from the outs of the 18i20 are so low it's basically useless my needs. Of course hen recording I use headphones. so mainly the computer interface (focusrite control) just sucks imho. Sad because the hardware itself is fine except for the low output I mentioned but I could live with that if the interface were better. I definitely will not be buying any bus powered AI. I know the SSL 18 would be super overkill for me but the PC interface is perfect. I sold a guitar I didn't use anymore so I do have the $$$ but of course they are not in stock yet. I appreciate all the input and advice folks so thanks very much.

Ridiculous. CWbyBL is not only free but IMHO is on par and better than many of the supposed big boys.............It's a killer daw. The only downside is we have no idea when the Sonar SUBSCRIBE think tank will end CWbyBL..............

Also, Filmora by Wondershare, is a killer video editor and has great tools to align\sync the audio with the video. That is the main reason I purchased it. Great app imho. It's not free but it is inexpensive and has tons of tutorials. I believe their is a free 30 day trial without limitations. Used to be anyway........

NEVER MIND-GOT IT! Duh! So I am ready to plug in the Octa capture. But do I have to UNINSTALL the 18i20 drivers or can I just pull the USB cable out of the focusrite? Thanks

OK-Thanks Sidney- I wasn't sure and wanted o ask. Sounds good to me! Pun intended!

Curious? What about the older technology the Rolands are based on? Preamps, converters, etc. Haven't they come a long way i the last 10-15 years?Is this something the human ear is going to hear\notice. IOW, the quality of the recordings themselves. I tried to research it myself but mostly came up with nothing that helped Probably not the best way to ask the question.

Thanks so much folks. I always like the computer app that Roland used for these and I was very used to them. where as, now, I speak only for myself I feel the Scarlett 18i20 3rd gen fous control is terrible i comparison, for me anyway. Just not intuitive. I understand many like it. Anyway will be trying out the octa Capture today The only reason I ditched the Octa capture years back was the echo Layla 3G intrigued me and it fit my workflow (for better ot worse) better than any so far. I even used to use 2 AP2496 cards digitally connected for more i\o and that worked well also. I still have all of the interfaces 🙂 The Octa-Capture is basically new. Thanks again

First I understand the "convenience" factor in certain situations. That's it though, for me. I so wanted the SSL 12 but refuse to not have an AC Power options. Just some scenarios from Google: USB-only powered audio interfaces are problematic because the limited power available through the USB connection can lead to issues like noisy audio, inconsistent performance, especially with high-power requirements like phantom power for microphones, and potentially compromised sound quality due to the potential for power fluctuations from the computer's USB bus, impacting the sensitive analog circuitry within the interface. Key reasons why USB-only powered audio interfaces can be problematic: Power limitations: The USB standard provides a relatively small amount of power, which may not be enough to adequately power the audio interface's components, especially when using high-quality mic preamps or multiple channels simultaneously. Noise issues: Power fluctuations from the computer's USB bus can introduce noise into the audio signal, particularly noticeable when using sensitive microphone inputs. Limited phantom power: Many USB-only interfaces may not be able to provide enough phantom power to properly power condenser microphones. Headroom limitations: When the interface is drawing near its power limit, the dynamic range of the audio signal can be compromised, potentially leading to clipping or distortion. Dependency on computer power: If the computer is running on battery power, the USB power available to the audio interface can be further reduced, leading to performance issues. sadly, my wish to get the SSL 12 is what started me down this rao. But I have to pass. SoI am looking at the SSL 18, which is overkill for me and expensive. The SSL 12 is $499 without discounts which Sweetwater and MF and other do regularly, especially for car holders and frequent buyers-like me and many of you. Seriously thinking about the SSL 18, especially since I can get a discount and pay it off no interest............................ Just venting.................

Thanks for the reply and info. Of course that is the card and not he hardware dev ice. But point well taken!

Found an old thread , late 2023 where I asked this same question: So, anyone (still?) using Roland Octa Capture? Roland says it's win 10\11 drivers work fine. Thanks.............