If you have a Windows computer that you’re trying to use for any kind of audio recording or production, you’re more than likely going to experience some problems with audio crackling, popping, or dropouts at some point. When you first get a new audio interface or switch to a different model it’s not uncommon for […]
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New Audient iD4 USB Audio Interface Released for $199
Audient just released a new bus-powered 2×2 USB audio interface called the Audient iD4 to follow up their popular iD14 that was released last year. The Audient iD4 features one class-A mic preamp on the back and one JFET D.I. instrument input on the front, with dual headphone outputs, phantom power, and balanced speaker outputs. […]
Review: 2nd Gen Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 Audio Interface (+Video)
For this review I’m going to talk about the 2nd generation Focusrite Scarlett 2i2. I use it mostly for guitar and bass recording so that’s the angle this review will cover. The 1st gen 2i2 model has become one of the most popular USB audio interfaces for under $150; in fact Focusrite claims that it’s […]
Focusrite Scarlett 2nd Gen 2i2 vs 1st Gen 2i4 Comparison Review (Video)
For this review I’m going to compare the 2nd generation Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 USB audio interface with the 1st gen 2i4 model, and list the differences between the 1st and 2nd gen Scarlett models in general. I bought a 1st gen Scarlett 2i4 a few months ago and it has worked out well for recording […]
Focusrite to Update Drivers for 1st Gen Scarlett Interfaces Too
Last week Focusrite released 2nd generation models of their Scarlett line of USB audio interfaces. One of the main benefits of the newer models is the overall latency is much lower, about half the latency as the 1st gen models on Windows (Scarlett interfaces latency comparison). Owners of 1st generation Scarlett interfaces were wondering what […]
iRig UA vs iRig HD-A Comparison; Android Guitar Interfaces Explained
I spent a bunch of time yesterday trying to figure out the differences between the iRig UA and iRig HD-A so I wanted post my findings here while everything is still fresh in my brain. Note that this is not a hands-on comparison review; I just wanted to figure out which is the best one […]
Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 (2nd Gen) vs 2i4 (1st Gen) Latency Comparison
Focusrite released new 2nd generation models of their popular line of Scarlett USB audio interfaces earlier this week. Among the new features on the 2nd gen Scarlett interfaces is the added support for higher sample rates and claims of “super-lower” latency. I’ve been using a first gen Focusrite 2i4 since the beginning of the year. […]
Get AmpliTube 4 Deluxe for Free with IK Guitar Interfaces
IK Multimedia has rolled out an epic summer promotion that everyone and their brother should take advantage of (provided your brother plays guitar, of course). Through July 31st, 2016 IK is giving away AmpliTube 4 Deluxe for free with the purchase of an iRig digital guitar interface. Using Jampoints you can get an iRig HD […]