you'll probably get some unflattering opinions regarding pro-sumer products on this forum. (though I very much hate that term)

the octane just came out at NAMM so I dont even believe there are any reviews of the product let alone users who have purchased that piece...the DMP-3 was a surprisingly popular and useable pre for various applications.

I know that Mackie as well as Studio Projects just rteleased a dedicated 8 channel pre at NAMM as well, so you might want to wait for some reviews on these pieces unless you can audition one yourself.

Cool man thanx, Yea i know i would love some API pres and the higher gear but inorder to afford that i need to get somthing to get me some money from clients, but as u said i have heard good things abou thte dmp3 pres