automatyk

Need Laptop Setup Recommendations

Hi, I'm new to the site and to making music, I was hoping to get some good advice before throwing down my hard earned cash money on gear.

I'm using Reason on an Apple computer. That's all I have at the moment. I'm looking to get a midi keyboard controller and an audio interface so that I can record vocals in the future.

From what I've read, it seems that the Tascam US122 is a popular and affordable interface. What do you guys/gals think about the Edirol PCR30 for the controller? Is that all I'm going to need for a basic mobile rig? Am I missing a piece? Or, should I just get a second job and save up for the Novation 25 audio extreme?

- Thanks

Ozone Or Edirol Pcr-a30 Or Firewire 410 Or What?

I'm using Reason and BIAS Peak on an Apple G5. I want to purchase a device such as the M-Audio Ozone or Edirol's PCR-A30 to get the most out of the software. I'm not a keyboardist, but I'd like something that would allow a maximum amount of expressive control. I like the fact that the Edirol's keys are velocity sensitive and that both units are reasonably priced. I think I need one of these controllers with a built in audio interface. M-Audio says that the Ozone uses apple's core audio, while the edirol site doesn't mention this. What is the best route to take? Does it make more sense to buy something like a Firewire 410 and a different type of controller? I'd like to keep costs reasonable. I don't expect to have anything more than 1 mic and 1 midi deviced hooked in. Can anyone give me advice on the route to take here? Has anyone used both?

thanks in advance for any advice.

-Automatyk