simplest mixer interface?

[garf]

I am looking to go from recording 2 channels to 4 channels. I would like to keep the pres & A/d converters separate from the mixer. In the mixer all I really want is a very simple user interface with just a digital in & a hard drive. I plan on doing my mixing for the tracks on the computer later on.

Anyone have any recommendations? I know looks like a perfect setup for going straight to the computer, but would rather have a more normal looking interface (and no fans) for ease of use.

[deepwater]

Sounds like you want something like an Alesis HD24. Otherwise somethink like the Echo firewire device which would record direct to your PC

[garf]

Deepwater, Looking at the Alesis 24 it looks good, but is a bit of overkill (24 channels where I need 4, plus all the analog). There just not seem to be alot inbetween.

I think I may reconsider the firewire options. Any favorite programs on the computer side for 'VCR' interfaces?