So lately, I've been reconsidering my options for a sound card (Audio 8 is a bit on the pricey side), and I'm really liking the Gigaport HD. It has everything I need (USB, analog outs, headphone out) and nothing I don't (inputs, SPDIF, MIDI). I have a few questions at this point:
1. Since it doesn't have any controls for adjusting volume levels, would I be able to do so via a USB controller connected to my laptop?
2. Being a USB 1.1 device, should I expect performance (latency) issues if I'm just pushing sound out from my laptop?
3. According to the product description, you can listen either to the combined eight channels, or just channels 1 and 2, depending on the headphone port you use. Can I configure Traktor to use channels 1 and 2 for previewing, and other channels for the master mix?
4. Related to the last question, if I end up using 4 channels (2 for previewing and 2 for the master), the sample rate is reduced to 48 KHz. Would this be acceptable in a club setting?
5. Overall, how appropriate would this sound card be in a club setting?
6. Finally, could someone briefly explain balanced audio in laymen's terms and whether or not it should be considered a dealbreaker?
Thanks!
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