Audio Interface reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 304 Reddit reviews across 44 subreddits and 102 posts to rank the best Audio Interface brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/musicproduction, r/ipadmusic, r/ableton, r/Guitar, r/audio. Top-rated brands include Focusrite (4.2/5), MOTU (4.7/5), Behringer (4.1/5).
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Reviews304
Subreddits44
Posts102
Brands31
Products85
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#1
Focusrite
4.2
(85)
"Another vote for the Focusrite 2i2."
"I use a Focusrite Scarlett, which has worked well for me!"
"Love my Scarlett Solo 3rd gen - got it used for about $60."
"I've used focusrite for years no noise no problems at all."
"I’ve been using a Focusrite Clarett 8preX for a long time."
"You can't go wrong with a Focusrite scarlet."
"The better shot would probably be Scarlet."
"For your budget, the Focusrite Scarlett Solo (3rd Gen) is a great choice."
"Focusrite Scarlett 4i4 3rd gen is on sale for $150 right now... Perfectly takes his MIDI controller and his MXL condenser microphone."
"My experience with Scarlett/Focusrite has always been great."
#2
MOTU
4.7
(34)
"MOTU UltraLite mk5 works great with all inputs and outputs."
"You may want to look at the MOTU UltraLite-mk5."
"MOTU is one of the most solid brands I have ever seen."
"I have both a MOTU 16A and an RME Multiface 2."
"I’ve used the m4 for nearly 5 years and it’s been impeccable."
"Motu M4 used. Best in the range."
"Motu m4."
"I suggest Motu M2, M4 (if you need more inputs) or the Focusrite Scarlett (Solo or 2i2)."
"I've had a great experience with the motu m2. Built like a tank, reliable, and insanely low latency."
"My favorite audio interfaces: Motu M2/M4 if you don't want a separate headphone amp."
#3
Behringer
4.1
(34)
"The UMC204HD is a real winner for the money, and more money too! You can't go wrong with it."
"You could get a Behringer UMC404HD with 4 inputs and 4 outputs for less than your budget."
"I like the behringer UMC404 which has 4 inputs."
"I've been using a um2 for over 10 years and never had any problems with it."
"For 3+ inputs in that price range, I think you only have umc404hd, but that's fine because it sounds great, has 4 inputs, inserts, 4 outputs."
"I use a Behringer UMC404HD. Very reliable at 24/48 64 samples on a laptop."
"I just got a Behringer xr18. It's a digital mixer, audio interface and wireless hub built into one small package."
"I'd recommend the umc22 over the um2. The um2s drivers suck."
"The UMC202HD is significantly better if you can stretch to that."
"I will recommend Behringer UMC204HD and it’s 24 bit Resolution and 192KHz Sample Rate."
#4
RME
4.8
(26)
"My RME Fireface works flawlessly in CC (USB Class Compliant Mode) and can be configured/operated entirely without software on the device itself."
"RME Babyface Pro FS is the best in my opinion."
"RME Babyface if you want maximum future-proofing."
"Got the Baby Face pro FS and man the build quality is insane."
"I have the babyface pro and I love it."
"Anything by RME."
"Upgraded to a ufx iii last year it’s insane!"
"RME is fantastic."
"RME Babyface or UA Apollo are super nice if you wanna get top quality."
"RME Fireface"
#5
Audient
4.5
(23)
"Audient EVO 8 is what I use. It is very user friendly and has enough inputs and outputs."
"There's a good overview of the 4 and 8 at Sound on Sound."
"Audient EVO 4 and EVO 8 interfaces are the new kings in that spot. Excellent performance at a low price."
"The Audient iD44 Mk2 and SSL12 would both work for your needs."
"If you will extend budget get audient id4 ( the best Interface for under 20k it comes around 15k during sale"
"I recommend Audient."
"The EVO series from Audient ist pretty solid."
"The results and ease of use are outstanding for me."
"The Audient is awesome. Mic preamps sound great, as does the built in instrument DI in the front."
"Can recommend Audient Evo 4. I got it for portability."
#6
Arturia
4.5
(20)
"Go with the arturia minifuse 2 if you can stretch a bit."
"I can't recommend minifuse by arturia more"
"Arturia new interface has some incredible features."
"Arturia minifuse. got one a few days ago and it's really good."
"Look at the minifuse 4."
"Just around 200 bucks, it’s been rock stable, 4 in 4 out."
"Arturia Minifuse line, starting at $99. Not only works great with iPads, but also has a built in USB port/hub you can use to connect devices."
"Arturia minifuse is excellent for iPad. I use with guitar and vocals"
"I use the Arturia Minifuse 2 without any issues"
"I use Arturia Minifuse 4 and it works great"
#7
Universal Audio
4.5
(20)
"+1 for the UA Volt series."
"The ua volt 2 is another solid option."
"That UA Volt looks an excellent choice."
"Been using the UA Volt 276 for over a year now and couldn’t be happier."
"RME Babyface or UA Apollo are super nice if you wanna get top quality."
"Universal Audio Volt 2"
"I would advice you to take a Apollo solo. Preamps in that thing are amazing."
"Universal Audio Apollo Twin"
"Universal Audio is always a popular option, with lots of different audio interfaces to choose from."
"Https://m.thomann.de/intl/universal_audio_apollo_solo_usb_b_stock.htm"
#8
SSL
4.2
(9)
"The Audient iD44 Mk2 and SSL12 would both work for your needs."
"I really love my SSL12."
"SSL2+"
"I’ve been using the ssl2+ for the last 6 months and it works perfect."
"Im happy with my ol ssl 2+"
"I love my SolidStateLogic SSL2+ interface."
"SSL 12 or UA Apollo."
"Why don't you look at SSL12. Smaller, portable. But also allows for ADAT expansion."
"The SSL sits in a drawer, while the Volt is my main squeeze."
#9
Zoom
4.2
(9)
"Checkout the Zoom Live-Trak Series."
"Zoom H6."
"Takes the cake for me."
"Zoom u42 or 44."
"Zoom ua-44"
"[This mixer] looks like a nice option."
"A used ZOOM H6. Can get one for $200 or under."
"Zoom Ams-44"
#10
M-Audio
3.5
(6)
"Absolutely no noise from it, i watched dozens of yt vids before i bought it."
"M Audio Duo! Its smooth and works well."
"I think I heard that the M Audio was better at this pricepoint."
"M audio is also ok and the audio array one is also good."
"So for now go for m audio then don't think much only in professional song recording the difference will be noticed"
"I saw your use case so for recording bit depth is the most crucial thing 24 bit is the norm so m audio is 16 bit as far as I know"
#11
Steinberg
4.0
(5)
"Steinberg UR12 (also known as the Steinberg IXO12, about $100)"
"Steinberg UR12."
"Steinberg UR-RT4 with Mxl V67i."
"Steinberg UR-RT4 with Rupert Neve transformers style preamps."
"Good drivers, good support, Ruper Neve style transistors, has more IO for outboard gear."
#12
Tascam
4.0
(4)
"I’d suggest the zoom and tascam offerings (starting at $80 and $150, respectively)."
"Came here to second the tascam"
"Great pre-amps and value."
"Really really good for the price."
#13
PreSonus
4.0
(4)
"Presonus 26c has served me well in mint with reaper."
"Look also at Presonus interfaces, or Focusrite."
"I would suggest adding Presonus Studio 26c for consideration."
"I originally had a Presonus."
#14
Lewitt
4.5
(2)
"I use a lewitt connect 6, which allows for live dsp (eq, compression etc). Sounds great."
"I've been considering the Lewitt Connect 6 as it has some useful features."
#15
Volt
4.5
(2)
"It came with an incredible amount of useful software"
"Volt 276 is pretty righteous."
#16
Apogee
4.5
(2)
"Apogee"
"Edit: Apogee and Motu are also good."
#17
Native Instruments
4.0
(2)
"Glad to hear about your take on the Komplete Audio 6 MKII as well as your other suggestions."
"You could look at a Komplete Audio 6 MKII. It's what I use and the only issues I've ever had with it were with the DIN MIDI ports."
#18
Presonus
4.0
(2)
"Presonus 24C is right at the upper range of your budget."
"I’m quite happy with it."
#19
Scarlett Solo
4.0
(2)
"Cheers ill probs go for the scarlet solo to use for bandlab!"
"For that budget i‘d recommend the Scarlet Solo."
#20
Arturia Minifuse 2
4.0
(2)
"Arturia Minifuse 2."
"Minifuse 2 is pretty good."
#21
Prism Sound
5.0
(1)
"Prismsound interfaces. Expensive but they sound incredible."
#22
IK Multimedia
5.0
(1)
"The ik multimedia axe i/o solo is probably your best bet in this price range."
#23
Julian Kraus
4.0
(1)
"Any audio interface from a reputed brand woth an instrument-in will do."
#24
Line6
4.0
(1)
"Look into a Line6 POD Express ($110-$130, used). It is a multi effects pedal, that will double as your low-latency audio interface, headphone amp and tuner pedal, if you want to."
#25
iRig
4.0
(1)
"Works for phones/tablets too."
#26
Avid
4.0
(1)
"Has 21x22 I/O."
#27
Austrian Audio
4.0
(1)
#28
Mackie
4.0
(1)
"Maybe a mackie onyx 12 or a tascam model 12 to do multitrack recording?"
#29
Soundcraft
4.0
(1)
"Do 4 mic’s in “glyn johns” position and have lots of extra preamps."
#30
Audio Array
3.0
(1)
"I have used audio array for two dynamic mics simultaneously and had nice results for the price."
#31
FiFine
3.0
(1)
"Before I got a Rodecaster Duo, I was using a FiFine SC3 gaming mixer. Pretty cheap but worked fine for my needs."
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