it is essentially the bigger brother of the Fast Track MKII with an added XLR/TRS Combo input on the front and 1/4" line ins/outs on the back.this interface can be used with a wide range of recording software or "DAW's"FREE versions of PRO TOOLS called "PRO TOOLS SE" or the latest "PRO TOOLS First" software for Windows & Mac can be downloaded from the manufacturer's website(AVID) or you can use it with a wide range of other programs such as Audacity, Fruity Loops, Sony Acid, Cubase, Reaper, etc. if you are more comfortable.

it is essentially the bigger brother of the Fast Track MKII with an added XLR/TRS Combo input on the front and 1/4" line ins/outs on the back.this interface can be used with a wide range of recording software or "DAW's"FREE versions of PRO TOOLS called "PRO TOOLS SE" or the latest "PRO TOOLS First" software for Windows & Mac can be downloaded from the manufacturer's website(AVID) or you can use it with a wide range of other programs such as Audacity, Fruity Loops, Sony Acid, Cubase, Reaper, etc. if you are more comfortable

sound.the mic pres and A/D converters are pretty good for the price and if your starting a small home/podcast or mobile studio this is a good small lightweight interface. if you only need the 1 input and basic RCA outputs i would suggest getting the smaller FAST TRACK.

Sometimes I can simply restart the track from the beginning and it will work.

The other, more problematic issue is that I'll record a track and it will work just fine, but when I go to play it back, I just get static.

if you only need the 1 input and basic RCA outputs i would suggest getting the smaller FAST TRACK.