After my first month's use I am still astounded at both the quality and simplicity of the HD24. It is the only recorder I have ever used that can be run 'straight from the box' without needing to read the manual first! It is a true 'plug 'n' play' device which has logical screen information for basic use and simple instructions for more in-depth editing. If you can use a cassette deck, you can use a HD24! I can't heap enough praise on this machine - I love it. Alesis have managed to create something where for once, technology doesn't dominate artistry and leaves you free to be creative - well done. I thought the HD24 was outside my budget, but Dolphin's price put it in the same bracket as some digital multitrack workstations, and beleive me, there is no comparison. Thanks Dolphin.