Recording Interface

It's been 10 years since Focusrite introduced the recording community to the Scarlett series. In that time, over four million music makers have utilized the interfaces to create countless records all over the globe. And it all started with the Scarlett 2i2... Launched in 2011, the Scarlett 2i2 interface allowed musicians access to record with two award-winning Focusrite preamps wherever they wanted. The Scarlett series expanded between 2012 and 2014 with new additions to the lineup and in 2016 the interfaces got a refresh with improved audio quality. Continue reading →

Apogee has just unveiled Duet 3 ($599), the latest generation of the widely popular desktop interface that set a new industry standard for recording professionally at home or on the go. The Duet 3 interface builds on the key aspects that made the original a hit, while introducing software that enhances control of channel FX and basic input controls. In 2007, the first Apogee Duet entered the market as the new industry standard in the realm of home and mobile recording. The Duet 3 keeps the series alive in a new low-profile design, featuring studio-grade preamps, legendary AD/DA conversion and onboard hardware DSP. Pairing the Apogee Duet 3 with the new Duet Dock ($149) creates a whole new desktop experience. Continue reading →

NAMM 2021 is officially here and Antelope Audio is announcing the rollout of its new interface, the Zen Go Synergy Core ($499). As the latest addition to the Synergy Core lineup, the Zen Go is a USB-C powered desktop interface that is designed for portable use while still delivering elite-level sound. This top-tier audio is achieved, thanks to Antelope Audio's class-leading AD/DA conversion, clocking technology and premium mic pres. The Zen Go features two discrete ultra-linear preamps with 65 dB of gain and switchable mic, line and Hi-Z modes. The interface is digitally expandable over S/PDIF and includes analog monitor outputs over RCA, a stereo output over TRS and two stereo headphone outputs with separate controls. Continue reading →

2020 has certainly been a year of innovation in the world of audio interfaces. Antelope Audio, Apogee, Avid, Focusrite, Solid State Logic and Universal Audio all gave us brand new gear that says a lot about the next generation of interfaces. They are getting smaller and sounding better and better. While the new kids on the block certainly made an impact this year, our list of the best selling audio interfaces of 2020 includes a wide range of releases. Continue on below to find out where your interface of choice lands or start scouting out the next purchase for your studio. Continue reading →

Just over a month ago, Universal Audio announced the release of the Apollo Solo and Apollo Solo USB. Both versions of the interface pack high-quality conversion, Unison-enabled mic pres, and UAD-2 processing power into a road-ready chassis that stands as the most affordable Apollo yet.Typically when we are done shooting video and photos of a new product, we send it back to the manufacturer. This time we thought to ourselves, "Why don't we give this Apollo Solo to one lucky fan?" And guess what... We're doing just that! Continue reading →

Universal Audio is enabling engineers to record and mix with the same plug-ins as hit-making pros during the brand’s latest promo. Now through June 30th, 2020, purchase and register any new Apollo x4, Apollo Twin X QUAD and DUO, Apollo Twin MkII DUO, or Apollo Twin USB and you’ll receive a free package of incredible plug-ins used on your favorite hit records. All of these interfaces already come with the Analog Classics Bundle, which features Universal Audio's emulations of the UA 610-B, UA 1176LN Legacy, and Teletronix LA-2A Legacy. In addition to these plug-ins, when you purchase and register your device during the current promo, you'll also get the plug-ins listed below for free. Continue reading →

Days before the start of the 2020 NAMM Show, Solid State Logic rocked the pro audio world with the announcement of two new interfaces. Just like the best selling SiX desktop mixer, the SSL2 and SSL2+ interfaces have brought the brand's technology down to a more affordable range for a whole new generation of audio creators.The all-new SSL2 and SSL2+ are USB audio interfaces that draw from over four decades of SSL innovation. Each interface features two impressive analog mic pres, in addition to 24-bit / 192 kHz converters, and a "Legacy 4K" mode. The newly designed "Legacy 4K" mode is based on the SL4000 series console and adds classic analog color and character to your recordings for a dash of extra vintage vibe. Continue reading →

Antelope Audio is building out its interface lineup with two new releases for the 2020 NAMM Show. During the annual convention, the brand announced a Synergy Core version of the Zen Tour and the Galaxy 64 (a 64 channel 2U recording interface and converter). Both of these interfaces include Synergy Core technology, which is Antelope Audio's next-generation signal processing platform. Antelope Audio now uses both FPGA and DSP processing to power up plug-ins and offer extremely low latency. 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 →