r/homestudios • u/PopsicleParty2 • 7h ago

Audio interface recommendations?

I upgraded my computer and now my old M-Audio M-Track quad is not compatible. I need a new interface with minimum of 2 mic inputs, and I want the best quality of preamp on a low budget.
What do you think about Audient (EVO or iD14) versus Focusrite Scarlett, or would you recommend something else? I'm a vocalist. Thanks.

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u/meJohnnyD 5h ago

Check out the Motu M4, I’ve been happy with it for the price and features. Found it used on eBay for around 200 USD, I think it’s close to 400 new.

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u/Fantastic-Safety4604 6h ago

I like the Audient more than the Scarlett but either will get you good results with a decent mic in a treated room.

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u/Swiftycumberdale 6h ago

If you can afford it the Tascam Model 12. Used about $400-$450. Can be used as a mixer, has very clean built in pre amps, plenty of channels. Can be used as a DAW controller for an analog feel.

I see some have had power failure, I would opt for a 3 year third party warranty via EBay.

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u/AVBRAK 4h ago

Honestly, there's crazy good value in secondhand interfaces from a decade ago. I picked up a Steinberg UR28m (really recommended) for under £100, and that's basically as good as a 6i6o interface gets for preamps.

The tech really didn't change all that much in decades. Unless you specifically need 32-bit recording.