Doesn't Get Any Easier ...

As I start to move away from using Avid hardware with Pro Tools (version 9.06), I decided to grab one of the less expensive Focusrite interfaces to play with before spending more money on a higher end product. I've been using Pro Tools for several years and in the past I've had to build PCs with specific chip sets to be able to use the more ancient versions of PT. Given what a pain it was to get things working perfectly, I was totally blown away by how easy it was to install this new hardware and get it working. Literally, I installed the drivers, rebooted the PC and connected the new box and it worked without any further tweaking. And so far, the audio quality seems to be vastly superior to the old DIGI hardware. I would still like to upgrade to a 192 kHz capable device, but for $300, this is unbelievable!

Just great!!!

just amazing, the sound quality and the possibilities are incredible!!

This unit saved my butt

I got this unit exclusively to use as an interface to use live with my e-drums to run VSTs. I honestly picked it because it had 6 outputs and was pretty cheap. This unit serves my every need when it comes to outputing multiple signals for the FOH engineer to have control over my kit. (Typically mono kick, snare, hats, stereo OH/Toms, and a mono click track for my in-ears) I had used the preamps a couple of times for some demo recordings but never really cared to really listen to them until a fatefull day... I was tracking vocals in a studio with a client who was paying way more than I am worth when Pro Tools/HD had one of it's many fatal errors. Lucky for me I had my laptop, this interface, and the record drive. I yanked evertyhing out of the HD interface and patched it through this. I pulled up the session on my non-HD version of PT and continued to work. When we went to mix evertyhing down, the tracks recorded through this were every bit as clean as the ones done with the HD interface. The client was happy, the producer was happy, and everything was right with the world. The studio owner was so happy, he bought two of the Saffire PRO 40s to use in our mobile recording rig.

Mastering Sonic Characteristics!!!

The Moment I plugged my Yamaha Motif ES 6 and recorded it via Logic 8 Pro. I was immediately blown away the sonic characteristics of this interface! I also love the FireWire bus power and the fact that I can play my instruments through the interface like a mini mixer without turning the computer on! The converters produce little to no jitters as well... I'm very pleased!!!!

Great Firewire audio interface

Low on funds, Pick this bad boy up. Comes with effects, cheap price and great sound. Works great does what I need. Plug and Play for the most part.

Outstanding interface (Window 7 x64)

I just received this unit the other day and I was amazed at how easy it was to get it setup and started. Within 30 minutes, I downloaded the latest drivers and had my DAW and Finale 2011 up and running without a hick up. I have heard so many complaints about the Windows 7 x64 drivers, but honestly, I don't know what the fuss is. They work, and they are solid. The only thing I can say to that is that I build my own computers and perhaps some of the "off the shelf" computers have unknown incompatibilities. That is why its generally best to buy your computer from experts in DAW computers, like Sweetwater if you don't do it yourself.

I just traded up from the E-MU 1212M. While the sound on the E-MU is excellent, it isn't as warm and detailed as the Focusrite. I find it to be very musical and rich without losing attention to nuance and detail, whereas the E-MU sounded a little sterile sometimes.

The pres are very nice and offer a ton of headroom. I haven't done too much with them yet, but so far I am very impressed. They offer a nice warm, detailed sound and bring out so much character from my flamenco and acoustic guitars.

Overall, I am supremely happy with this interface and believe this is the beginning of a bright future with Focusrite.

It's All Good

I'm a skeptic. I've tried a few different interfaces - some cheap, some not so cheap... Honestly, for the money, this is the best. For a do-it-yourself home studio setup, it's great. The preamps are super clean, uncolored, and have plenty of headroom. The included software isn't great, but hey what do you really want? Save the money with this and buy some plugins you want. I would buy it again if I had to do it over. If you are looking at interfaces in this price range, this is the one. Seriously...

Quality Unit

I went out on a limb and bought the Focusrite Saffire PRO24 which is a new product but so far all is good. This box is really built well-the knobs feel very sturdy on this metal unit. I also like that the knobs are numbered so you have some frame of reference. The sound quality is excellent and the preamps are very good-no noise unless you get above 8 on the gain knob. Perhaps most importantly-no driver issues with Vista 32 bit. The software bundle is ok; I don’t use Ableton but have used some of the included loops. Sweetwater has great service-they call after a few days to see if you are happy which is great. Great product from a great company!

Very nice Interface!!! great preamps!!!

For starters this thing has a metal casing & is built very solid. The preamps are great no color added. There are 2 additional line ins as well as 6 outputs & adat to add 8 more preamps. I have used various interfaces but imho the saffire pro 24 is the best value out there. There is no compromise with this unit. Most interfaces fall short of the quality & performance of this unit. This is a Great buy!!!!

Great interface for the price

Clear and clean interface at an affordable price.

I run at 24bit/96kHz resolution. However, there is some study required to understand the Saffire Mix Control.

I run from a MacBook Pro which has one (1) 800 FW port. I use a Sonnet 800/400 adapter to go into my Glyph Drive at 400 FW and the Belkin 800/400 cable out of the Glyph 800 FW into the 400 FW port on the FS Pro 24. This works great and your running at 400 FW speed which is up to professional standards.

If you use Firewire, then run downstream from your Hard Drive. The USB works fine also, but not as consistent as the Firewire.

64 Vista driver works

I bought it mainly to replace my aging Presonus Firebox which crackled once in a while on my Vista 64 machine. So far Saffire has not done a single crackle, so I'm happy.
Preamps infront is pristine, haven't checked all other INs/OUT,maybe in the future. Since it is new, I'd assume they all work.
I wish Focusrite put some more youtube tutorial on how to get the most out of the MixControl. It's bit confusing.