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mixing/interface help

so i use a Avid mini mxbox interface with a MXL 990 condenser microphone to record onto pro tools 8 with m-audio studio pro 3 speakers. Now i get good sound from this set up when i'm done creating a track. but i want to take the mixing and sound quality to the next level. so i was wondering what i should upgrade to get better sound.

Which of these is the best interface for my needs?

Hi everyone!

Alright so I am having trouble deciding which of these interface to purchase to get into recording.

I am currently narrowed it down to a Focusrite Liquid Saffire 56, RME Fireface 800 (used), or a Apogee Ensemble (used).

I am looking to record drums with a 4-mic set up.
Also recording guitar and bass at the same time would be a plus.

Interface quality?

I have a Univ Audio Solo 610 preamp and AKG 414XLS. I'm a singer/songwriter and will probably just record vocal and acoustic guitar thru a condenser mic. Want to achieve best sound quality. Does interface matter? Does preamp let you bypass interface "influence"? Would garageband be all i'd need ( assuming sound quality does not suffer)?

Thanks !

Scotthowdy