Xenyx Q802USB : price of an usb interface with a free mixer tossed in

So yeah, I needed an usb interface for my DAW. Was previously recording my instruments via an old Rocksmith cable I had but it was simply not enough especially when came the time to record voices.

So after comparing the usual interface offers I decided to go for the mixer instead.

Really happy I did, Cakewalk (my DAW) recognised it instantly and then it was usable in like 2 clicks. On the fly settings while recording is also great, the mixer functions allow me to tinker them, in real time, without changing all the presets on the DAW itself.

Construction-wise, I'm also pleased, it feels sturdy and got a nice weight. Definitely not the usual plastic trash I though it would be.

The one missing stars on "handling and "features" for me are due to the same missing feature: a power switch. Would it had one, that mixer would have be 100% perfect for the job.