You can always skip PT. Your FW410 will work with any DAW out there, not just PT. I've used it many times with Tracktion, Audition, Reaper, and even PT. I don't like the FW410 sonically but there you are.

A simple device like the Zoom H4n will not be without it's frustrations.

Generally I advise folks to avoid the bottom strata of "recording" gear.

Hi John,

Thanks for the tips.

I have no problems with pro tools per se. Its the 410 that's giving me the issues.

I just found out that its due to a faulty chipset that these are no longer sold by M-Audio (from what Sweet Water sound tells me).

I had the 410 for the last few years without issue UNTIL I upgraded my Mac OSX to Leopard (only essential updates), Pro tools m powered from 7.0-8.0, and the same old 410.

Ever since then the unit went from working to becoming a liability.

So I know that because its M-powered pro tools I have to have an M-audio unit.

I'm just weary of ponying up another $400 for a unit that may equally piss me off and keep me from creating.

Thanks

Adrianrulz

If the FW410 mostly worked for you then you might consider the Profire 610 or 2626. I haven't used either but they are supposed to be an improvement on the FW series.

Your big issue is that as long as you are using PT you will need a dongle. You might as well have one that helps you a little.

They are cheaper on eBay if you are a hawk.