Best products in the Audio interfaces category
Here's a ranking of the best products in this category. To give you a quick overview, we've also added some key information about the products.
1. Elgato Wave XLR
Wave XLR is a compact USB interface that gives your mic superpowers - with features you won't find on regular audio interfaces: special clipguard technology againstdistortion, capacitive mute button and direct integration with custom Wave Link mixing software. You can even swap out the front panel and knobs.
If you can't live without your XLR mic, Wave XLR is for you. This compact USB interface gives your mic superpowers.
Wave XLR combines multiple devices into one, offering features you won't find in standard audio interfaces: special anti-distortion technology, capacitive mute button, direct integration with Wave Link custom mixing software, and an interchangeable front panel.
Give your mic the boost it needs without an external preamp. With ultra-low-noise gain of up to 75 dB, you'll be heard loud and clear even with a notoriously insensitive mic, while 48 volts of phantom power breathes life into condenser mics.
Now you don't have to keep an eye on the level while you're live, or try to straighten out distorted audio in post-production. When the input level peaks, special Clipguard technology instantly routes the sound to a second, lower-level signal path. So you get clean audio - no matter how loud you scream.
2. RØDE AI-Micro
A 4x4 cm small, mobile and flexible usable audio interface for two microphones and one headphone. The AI-Micro works with Mac and PC as well as with smartphones(USB-C) and iPhones (Lightning). And you can connect not only microphones with 3.5 mm TRS plugs, but also the smartLav+ with its four-pin TRS plug - without an adapter. The AI-Micro automatically detects whether a microphone with TRS or TRRS plug is connected and changes the assignment accordingly. The 3.5 mm headphone output is used for signal playback from the connected device or for latency-free monitoring of the recording signals. On the back of the AI-Micro is the USB-C connector. Good to know: The AI-Micro can be configured and updated as needed via the free "RØDE Central" app/software. In addition, the AI-Micro is recognized by the free podcast/streaming software "RØDE Connect" and can be integrated there. Included with the AI-Micro are the 30 cm long USB connection cables SC21 (to Lightning), SC22 (to USB-C) and SC23 (to USB-A).
3. RØDE Ai-1
Audio Interface RODE Microphones AI-1 Monitor Controlling.
4. Focusrite Scarlett Solo – 4th Generation
Mic-/Linekanäle: 3, Abtastrate: 192 kHz, Samplingtiefe: 24 bit.
5. ESI Audiotechnik U22 XT
USB 2.0 audio interface with 2 inputs and 2 outputs | line, instrument and microphone input | microphone preamplifier with +48V phantom power | line output withmaster volume control | adjustable headphone output | power supply via USB | max. 24-bit / 96kHz | line input with RCA connector | line output with balanced 6th input/output | line output with balanced 6th input/output3mm jacks | headphone output 6.3mm jack | A/D converter with 102dB(a) dynamic range | D/A converter with 108dB(a) dynamic range | input and output monitor jump adjustable via front panel | master volume control on front panel | supports Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8 / 8.1 and Windows 10 with ASIO 2.0, MME, WDM and DirectSound including DirectWIRE support | supports Mac OS X (10.7 and higher) via Apple's native CoreAudio USB audio drivers (no driver installation required, Mac Control Panel available) | supports many Linux distributions via USB Audio Class support from ALSA | Deckadance LE license (from Stanton) included | Bitwig 8-track digital audio workstation software included | dimensions: approx. 17.5cm x 12.0cm x 4.5cm
6. Universal Audio Apollo Twin X DUO Heritage Edition
The Sound Desk Pro is a professional studio workstation with a sophisticated design that is suitable for a wide range of creative applications and is ideal for useas a production centrepiece. The studio desk offers enough space to set up a screen, studio monitors, laptop, audio interface, 19'' devices, mouse & keyboard, controllers, drum machines, synths and a master keyboard.
The subdivision of the Sound Desk Pro enables simultaneous production on 3 levels and, thanks to the work surface with increased width and depth, leaves plenty of space for the arrangement of your own devices. The two 3U rack spaces behind it also allow 19'' devices such as compressors, equalisers or effects to be mounted. A further compartment in the centre is suitable for storing laptops or audio interfaces, for example. A pull-out shelf is used to place a keyboard with up to 88 keys. This can be mounted on the Sound Desk Pro in 4 different height settings.
The design offers many intelligent details, as well as a variety of openings for cable routing on the top, in the interior and on the base. An internal cable duct is also suitable for organising the power supply using multiple sockets and is accessible from both the front and rear. Thanks to the cable cut-out at screen height, the Sound Desk Pro can easily be positioned flush against the wall or free-standing.
The extremely stable construction with additional struts and the X-shaped design ensures a high degree of torsional rigidity, so that the desk cannot wobble and all devices stand securely. Assembly is simple and can be completed in just a few steps. The Sound Desk Pro is made of solid wood and is available with a high-quality black, white or walnut finish.
7. Universal Audio Apollo Solo Heritage Edition
Thunderbolt 3-powered desktop recording audio interface for Mac and Windows with industry-leading audio conversion, dual Unison mic preamps and a suite of built-inUAD plug-ins for recording album-quality results, in real time.
This compact 2x4 interface starts with renowned Apollo A/D and D/A conversion and outperforms everything in its class sonically. And thanks to Unison technology and integrated UAD-2 processing, you can record with classic studio gear like the UA 610-B Tube Preamp & EQ, LA-2A and 1176 compressors and much more - with near-zero latency.
8. UA VOLT 276 Studio Pack - Rinkinys Studio
Universal Audio UA VOLT 276 Studio Pack - Zestaw Studyjny
9. ESI Audiotechnik Maya44 eX
The Maya44 eX is a high quality ultra high performance 24-bit / 96 kHz 4-in / 4-out PCIe audio interface, providing a number of powerful and amazing features optimizedfor home recording on a professional quality level and for various professional applications.
The latest version of our popular family of Maya44 eX interfaces can easily be used by home users making their first steps in computer audio as well as by professionals who produce music on a budget, looking for a professional, yet affordable, PCIe audio solution based on the latest ESI hardware technology that is compatible with virtually any computer providing a PCIe slot.
Maya44 eX provides 2 stereo analog line inputs, 2 stereo line outputs, a microphone input with +48V phantom power and preamp, a Hi-Z guitar instrument input, a headphone output, as well as an optical S/PDIF output and an optical S/PDIF input. On the software side, an extended version of our EWDM driver with full DirectWIRE support is provided. All this makes MAYA44 eX a perfect solution for a magnitude of audio applications such as home recording, podcasting, audio streaming, multichannel playback, professional DJ and much more.
Maya44 eX works under Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8.1 and Windows 10 on 32-bit and 64-bit systems. It even ships with a powerful software package, including the inTone 2 ESI Edition by Audified, an extremely powerful effect host application that allows you to process and record audio in realtime using third party VST plugins or the included ampLion Free and GK Amplification 2 LE plugins. Also included is Deckadance LE by Stanton, a high quality DJ application that allows you to mix your tracks like a professional DJ.
10. ESI Audiotechnik Gigaport eX
Colour-coded grommet for NEUTRIK jack plugs in the PX series.
