how safe is it to buy mbox gear on ebay?

[akdmx]

hey guys, im a long time musician interested in getting in to some minor recording. i just picked up an audix i5 mic, and am excited to start recording things. im looking for either an mbox 2 or mbox 2 mini. ive seen a lot of mbox 2 for sale (new) on ebay for around 350 bucks. is it safe to buy this stuff? will the serial codes and what not get all messed up when i try to register it? furthermore, im planing on getting a new laptop come summer, is it going to be possible to switch the software over to that after installing it on the initial computer?

[fortyseven]

Originally Posted by akdmx

ive seen a lot of mbox 2 for sale (new) on ebay for around 350 bucks. is it safe to buy this stuff?

I suppose it depends on who you ask. Personally Ive had a bad experience buying off ebay so Im of the opinion that its better and safer to buy things through 'normal' channels. Just my opinion.

Originally Posted by akdmx

im planing on getting a new laptop come summer, is it going to be possible to switch the software over to that after installing it on the initial computer?

Windows has a 'File and Settings Transfer' function which enables you to transfer all your files etc from one computer to the next. However I dont know if it is able to move your installed programs over too.
System Mechanic Pro has the ability to move an installed program from one drive to another; maybe thats something to look into.

[richiebee]

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