MOTU MachFive2

Have written, recorded, and performed for 35 years.
MachFive2 version is 2.02.
Using plug-in with CubaseSX.
Using plug-in for soundtrack scores and prog rock compositions.
Computer is a custom made AMD Athlon 64 4200 dual-core, XP Pro.
Monitors are Event 20/20.

The interface is very intuitive, manual is useful for drilling down.
Installation was easy, although installing the four DVDs of sound files requires a couple of hours, depending on DVD drive speed obviously. Copy protection is through a USB stick. Many reviewers complain about this but it is not a big deal in my opinion. If you are short of USB ports buy a simple and cheap expansion card.

Have immediately used in several projects incorporating the massive grand piano, cellos, and other orchestral sounds. Many of the sounds are usable right out of the box. I've found most of the sampled sounds to be useful without a lot of tweaking. So far the drum loops are weak. Since the sampler can import just about any sound or loop file this isn't a big deal because you can import the loops you have and can buy. Sampler provides ample polyphony, but here's the big key. You must immediately read the section on optimizing the application. These directions help you determine how the CPU and Ram will be utilized. Without this there will likely be severe audio clicks and limitations on the number of samples that can be used at one time. I have a very powerful computer and without using the optimization module got very very poor performance. After optimization the application is just wonderful. Very high resolution capability with low latency and great sound. Very happy with the software now.

Worth the price, love the sounds, and furthermore love the flexibility. A great all-in-one device. Also, so much easier to use than Gigastudio, yet can import all Gigastudio files!