I am considering purchasing the UR-44.  Here's a linkL
http://www.steinberg.net/en/products/audio_interfaces/ur_series/models/ur44.html
 
I really like the 6 inputs, four outputs, two separate headphone mixes, Zero latency monitoring with effects, iPad compatible along with PC, clip lights on mic channel inputs, separate customizable line outs, and the specs seem very good.
 
I am comparing to the Presonus 44VSL.  Both are the same price.
 
Any thoughts?
 
Thanks.
 
Rimshot

Looks like a real good unit at a bargain price ($300,) and jim Roseberry has vouched for it having good drivers for low latency performance. I'll be looking forward to your review of the unit when you get it. I hope you mention if using the included Cubase AI software requires a dongle or any other type of hardware based copy protection scheme.

Update:  
I have integrated my new UR-44 into my home-based system.  I have to return the unit due to the hi-z inputs being defective.  However, the other features are working well.  Here is what I get:
 
1.  6 inputs (4 mic pres, 2 line level).
2.  Zero-latency using Steinberg's DSP mixer that has comp, EQ, reverb, and guitar amp effects that can be used for monitor only or printed.
3.  Very clean mic pres from Yamaha.  The best I have experienced so far. 
4.  Very solid interface with Sonar X3 and Studio One.
5.  Very solid interface with my iPad 2 running both Auria (24bit 96hz with video sync options) and Cubasis.
6.  Steinberg Cubase AI (free) that I loaded on my laptop.  The UR-44 works perfectly with it.
7.  Two independent headphone mix outputs.
8.  The UR-44 allows me to use it with Camtasia so that I can record audio while capturing desktop videos for training purposes.
I now have the capability to record live audio with my iPad or laptop with 4 xlr inputs that are super clean.
On my regular PC, the UR-44 is easy to use and the headphone output level is just loud enough where I don't need an external headphone amp.  
 
So all this for $299.00 from Sweetwater on a no interest charge for 36 months with a 2 year warranty.
 
Thought this was something some of you would be interested in.
 
RImshot
 

"Steinberg Cubase AI (free) that I loaded on my laptop."
 
Thanks for the report.
 
So, you didn't have to use an iLok or some dongle to use the Cubase AI software?

You have to install the elicencer.  which is the software version. the computer has to been on line , you enter the activation code and they send you a email with a registration code. 

I like mine but it doesn't like fluorescent lights I think. The top does make a good cowbell in a pinch!

Cactus Music
You have to install the elicencer.  which is the software version. the computer has to been on line , you enter the activation code and they send you a email with a registration code. 

 
Thanks for the info, Cactus Music.

The hassle is, without the usb dongle, every time you want to re install you have to contact customer support for a new registration code. I have both Cubase 5LE and Wave Lab elements which both use the software elicence. The higher end products require the USB dongle. I can buy a dongle to separately from any retailer and that solves the re install issue forever. Cubase LE is pretty cool and I find it usefull for certain tasks it does that Sonar cannot do. 

thomasabarnes
Looks like a real good unit at a bargain price ($300,) and jim Roseberry has vouched for it having good drivers for low latency performance. I'll be looking forward to your review of the unit when you get it. I hope you mention if using the included Cubase AI software requires a dongle or any other type of hardware based copy protection scheme.

UPDATE: I have been playing with the UR-44 in X3, S1, and now my iPad using Cubasis.  I do get all outputs of the UR-44 as inputs.  There seems to be plenty of output level gain on the master volume knob on the unit.  I am driving my Equator D5's and I don't even get up to 12 o'clock on the knob. 
 
The latency free DSP mixer works well and I am learning how to set it of for both the iPad and PC.  It can save setup presets to help make that easy.  Overall, this is a great unit.  I know need to get the replacement due to some bad mic pre inputs.  
 
 

Mine has been working great.  Other than needing balanced lines for my (temporary) wiring from the unit to my active speakers (I'll go thru a monitor router, as I'm doing a total studio re-wire), it has been fine.  I'd take a smidge more on the headphones out, but it's been OK actually. 
One thing I've noticed is with the volume ALL the way down, there still is some crosstalk making it to the speakers.... WAAAY down...like maybe 80dB, but it's there.
Haven't put the pres thru any real use yet.