If u r computer based the sound card is the heart of the system, do not compromise .. RME MULTIFACE with PCI interface anyday, anywhere! :)
damn' that was snobish! :P
If u ain't ready 2 fork out so much for now then go with the RME 9632!!!
If u want the Sampler & soundcard I must say the emu really looks a treat!! :)
Z