Audio Interface

Since Apogee got its start, the brand has been known as a heavyweight in the digital end of pro audio, providing what many agree to be the best quality conversion in the game. New for 2020, Apogee has unveiled the Symphony Desktop, which brings the same technology used in the Symphony I/O to a much smaller package. It’s no secret that Apogee’s Symphony I/O has become one of the top choices for audio interfaces in professional studio environments. The interface features crystal clear definition in its conversion, massive I/O support, and the option for brilliant mic preamps. With that said, the Symphony I/O provides both a price point and a large format that might be a little above those just getting a start in the industry. Continue reading →

For over 40 years, Solid State Logic studio tools have been at the heart of music production, leaving their sonic signature on some of the most iconic records ever made. Now, with the all-new SSL 2+ and SSL 2 USB audio interfaces, you can capture that same classic sound right in your own personal studio. The move towards scaling down the Solid State Logic sound started last year with the best selling SiX desktop interface. Continue reading below to learn how the SSL 2+ and SSL 2 continue that trend and do so at an even more affordable price point for project studios and home studios. Continue reading →

For years now, Tascam has been a known name in the world of affordable audio mixers and recording solutions. In the latter half of 2019, the storied gear giant created two new product offerings, the Model 16 and Model 24. Think of the Model 16 and Model 24 as all-in-one solutions. Something that would fit perfectly in a practice space, studio, or live venue. Both mixer/interfaces bring together the warmth of an analog signal and a digital workflow, along with an impressive array of on-board features including effects, Bluetooth wireless, and so much more. Want to discover more? Continue reading below to learn about the Tascam Model 16 and Model 24 to find out if they're right for you. Continue reading →

While Full Sail has always been known as one of the best institutes for a traditional recording education, the school's various course offerings have evolved since relocating to Winter Park, Florida. One of the biggest areas of growth for the school has been video game design. Full Sail's Game Design program has become one of the best in the country, and recently appeared on a list of top schools selected by the Princeton Review. In order to stay on top, Full Sail works with Vintage King Audio to ensure students have access to industry-standard gear that will prepare them for the next step in their careers. When the school's recently wanted to upgrade interfaces in the Game Audio Lab and Mac Audio Lab, Vintage King Audio Sales Director Chris Bolitho pointed them in the direction of the Universal Audio Apollo Twin MKII and Apollo X6 interfaces. Continue reading →

Earlier this year, Antelope Audio introduced the world to its Synergy Core interface series, which includes the Discrete 4 Synergy Core, Discrete 8 Synergy Core, and Orion Studio Synergy Core. These interfaces unite powerful DSP and FPGA processors to create a low-latency FX platform, giving you access to over 80 plug-in emulations for recording, mixing and mastering. Antelope Audio has just announced that when you purchase any of these audio interfaces before Midnight on January 5th, 2020, you'll receive an incredible package of including an Edge Solo mic and free Vocal FX bundle and Auto-Tune Synergy plug-in. That's a lot to free goodness to digest, but let's start by talking about the new Antelope Auto-Tune plug-in. Continue reading →

Universal Audio has incredible promos going on all year long, but they usually have something extra special happening around the holidays. Today, the brand has launched an end-of-year promo deal on their latest desktop interface releases that will get you some fantastic plug-ins for free. When you purchase Universal Audio’s Apollo Twin X (DUO or QUAD), Apollo x4 or Arrow before Midnight on December 31st, 2019, you’ll receive a special bonus with your new desktop interface. If you purchase an Apollo Twin X or Apollo x4, you’ll receive both the Analog Classics Pro plug-in bundle and Antares Auto-Tune Realtime Access for free. If you purchase an Arrow interface, you’ll receive the Antares Auto-Tune Realtime Access for free. Continue reading →

When Universal Audio announced the release of the Apollo X recording interface series, audio creators around the world wondered what would be next for the Apollo Twin. The brand has just unveiled the next generation of its award-winning desktop interfaces, the Apollo Twin X (DUO and QUAD) and Apollo x4 and they are in stock at Vintage King Audio. The Apollo Twin X is a 10 x 6 desktop interface, which features two Unison mic preamps and one Hi-Z instrument input. This upgraded version of the Apollo Twin features the same stunning conversion as the Apollo X rackmount series. Universal Audio is offering the Apollo Twin X with DUO ($899) and QUAD ($1399) realtime UAD plug-in processing and both versions of the interface now feature Thunderbolt 3 connectivity. Continue reading →

For Needlz, the creation of music has always centered on finding new sounds that intrigue him. Whether by way of a snare hit, synth melody or sample, the world has provided plenty of inspiration for the Atlanta-based music maker. He's written and produced multi-million-selling records for the likes of Bruno Mars, Cardi B, G-Unit, Lupe Fiasco, and countless others.In order to capture his song sketches in the moment and turn them into hits, Needlz has relied on Universal Audio's Apollo audio interface series for as long as he can remember. "I started with the silver one and I've gotten each new version since," Needlz says from the confines of Dry Rain Studio. "Now I've got two Apollo x16s in my set-up, which gives me 32 channels to work with." Continue reading →

For many years, Antelope Audio has been best known in the pro audio community for the outstanding features and sound quality of their Master Clocks like the 10MX. Thanks to Antelope Audio's Founder and Lead Engineer Igor Levin’s decades of circuit design experience across a broad range of industries, the brand's product range has opened up to include audio interfaces, modeling microphones and software. When it comes to designing Antelope Audio's technology, Igor's approach to his work is characterized by a willingness to take unusual, innovative approaches in order to achieve exceptional results. With each new design, Igor and his team strive to balance the clarity and fidelity of digital with the warmth and life of analog audio. Continue reading →

Focusrite announced today the third generation of Scarlett USB audio interfaces. Six new designs, including the Scarlett 18i20, 18i8, 8i6, 4i4, 2i2, and Solo, deliver world-class sound with studio-grade preamps, state-of-the-art converters, and a massive collection of creative software. Each of the new Scarlett interfaces are equipped with class-leading preamps featuring a switchable Air setting based on the original Focusrite ISA preamp, great for adding brightness and brilliance to acoustic instruments and vocals. The new interfaces also include high-impedance inputs with plenty of headroom for directly recording electric guitars and basses. Focusrite’s state-of-the-art AD-DA converters deliver exceptional sound quality with sample rates up to 24-bit/192kHz. You can monitor tracks with unparalleled detail and clarity using balanced line-level outputs with anti-thump speaker switching technology or the dedicated headphone output. Continue reading →