Looks cheaply made to me. Never been a massive fan of M-Audio's gear, few of my house mates used to have their cards, didn't like 'em. Also not a fan of combined bits of gear, jack of all trades etc. Personally, I'd get a Mackie Onyx, or 1604 and a decent sound card. Sure, its more money, but you can buy one then the other, and it will sound better. Or get second hand from the great eGay.