Audio Interfaces

Audio Interface Reviews

Audio interface reviews for creators comparing preamps, converters, I/O, latency, monitoring and recording workflow.

Buyer guide

How to choose an audio interface

Choose an interface around the microphones, instruments and monitoring workflow you will actually record with.

Inputs and preamps: count microphone, line and instrument inputs, and confirm phantom power where needed.
Monitoring: check headphone outputs, monitor control, direct monitoring and separate cue options.
Computer workflow: verify driver support, latency performance, USB connection and bundled recording software.

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Compare two audio interfaces side by side, including scores, I/O, microphone preamps, gain, conversion, monitoring, loopback, MIDI, software and official product information.

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Universal Audio Apollo Twin X DUO Gen 2 product image

8.6/10 #1

Universal Audio Apollo Twin X DUO Gen 2 Review

Research note: This is an independent, research-based assessment of the Universal Audio Apollo Twin X DUO Gen 2 Review. It […]

Universal Audio · Thunderbolt audio interface with DSP

8.4/10 #2

MOTU M2 Review

Overview The MOTU M2 is a compact USB audio interface designed for musicians, podcasters and producers who want clean conversion, […]

MOTU · USB audio interface

8.4/10 #3

SSL 2+ MKII Review

Overview The SSL 2+ MKII is a desktop USB audio interface for musicians, podcasters and producers who want two quality […]

Solid State Logic · USB audio interface

Focusrite Scarlett 4i4 4th Gen product image

8.4/10 #4

Focusrite Scarlett 4i4 4th Gen Review

Research note: This is an independent, research-based assessment of the Focusrite Scarlett 4i4 4th Gen Review. It is structured around […]

Focusrite · 4-in/4-out USB audio interface

8.3/10 #5

PreSonus Quantum ES 2 Review

Overview The PreSonus Quantum ES 2 is a compact USB-C audio interface for musicians, podcasters and creators who need two […]

PreSonus · USB audio interface

Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen product image

8.2/10 #6

Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen Review

Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen research-based review covering two-channel recording, 69 dB gain, Auto Gain, Clip Safe, Air, loopback and output limits.

Focusrite · USB audio interface

Focusrite Scarlett Solo 4th Gen product image

8.1/10 #7

Focusrite Scarlett Solo 4th Gen Review

Focusrite Scarlett Solo 4th Gen overview Focusrite Scarlett Solo 4th Gen is a compact USB audio interface for the solo […]

Focusrite · USB audio interface

8/10 #8

Audient EVO 4 Review

Overview The Audient EVO 4 is a compact USB audio interface made for musicians, podcasters and creators who need better […]

Audient · USB audio interface

7.9/10 #9

Universal Audio Volt 2 Review

Research note: This is an independent, research-based assessment of the Universal Audio Volt 2 Review. It is structured around product […]

Universal Audio · 2-in/2-out USB audio interface