Soundcraft all the way..... no brainer
"Ghost" preamps
Nice British EQ
S/Pdif output (even if it's only 16/44.1)
better build all round

Mackies really are only just above Behringer.

soundcraft is miles above...mackie isn't even close.

How about the A&H Mixwizard series?

I'd like to see opinons also, but also on the sturdiness and frequency of repair. These are two big points for me. I don't like stuff that breaks or constantly requires service.

I like A&H wizardseries as well :roll:

A & H and sound craft are both considerably better than Mackie.