Focusrite Vs Behringer Audio Interface Comparison with Audio Examples

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Budget Versus Cheap Audio Interfaces. An in-depth comparison of the inputs, outputs, and features of the Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 and Behringer UMC202HD audio interfaces, with audio examples of vocals, a phantom-powered condenser mic on acoustic guitar, and DI'd electric guitar. Which audio interface should you buy? Cheap vs budget.
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0:00 Intro
0:19 Comparing the Focusrite Scarlett and Behringer U-Phoria UMC202HD
1:06 Full Mix Audio Comparison
2:17 What is AIR Mode?
3:10 XLR Input Audio Comparison with Vocals
3:45 Why Do You Need A Pop Shield?
3:57 XLR Input Audio Comparison with v48 Phantom Power on Acoustic Guitar Comparison
4:53 Instrument Line Input Audio Comparison on Electric Guitar
5:37 Comparing the Features
6:00 Direct Monitoring
6:58 Headphone Outputs
7:36 Monitor Outputs
8:11 Preamps
8:45 Instrument Line Inputs
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@EdThorne 3 жыл бұрын

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@theexile1155 3 жыл бұрын

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@artnone1257 Жыл бұрын

hello, if I mainly need sound card for listening to music, but at the same time I am a bit of a singer, guitarist, I have good professional yamaha monitors and I would like to have a midi input, then what is better to buy? emphasis on the music quality, I have a lexicon alpha now, it sounds ok, but i want better. id like to have at least 2 instrument input channels.

@Zolbat 3 жыл бұрын

At the beginning of the song, I preferred 1 for a few seconds, but the rest of the song I preferred 2. I was super surprised it was the behringer

@EdThorne 3 жыл бұрын

This is exactly what I though. 1 at the beginning and then 2. Strange hey? Exact same processing on both.

@babubindia2538 3 жыл бұрын

Same .. 2 was Better

@richardwaterman4625 3 жыл бұрын

Me too!

@yefe1710 3 жыл бұрын

@@EdThorne hey! i am gonna jsut use for electro guiater recordingss and for som programrs like guitar rig and a condenser mic. İ have low budget so is there any big differnce between umc22 and umc202,? pls help

@MARSHM3LL0 3 жыл бұрын

Same

@venzaba Ай бұрын

there's only small difference, Scarlett sounds good, but i believe when behringers output if mixed and mastered well, it will give the same output with the Scarlett final output. it will depend on the mixing process

@SpaceJockey805 2 ай бұрын

Bought a Focusrite in 2016, it died in 2018. Then I bought a Behringer and it’s been going strong ever since.

@SaltSpirits 5 ай бұрын

Damn. I absolutely loved your method of comparing two by switching between the same song, without telling us which was which. Perfect way to eliminate any inherent biases and just focus on the sound quality of both interfaces. I know this is an older video at this point, but fantastic work.

@EdThorne 5 ай бұрын

Thanks. I appreciate that you appreciate it 🙂🤘

@simoncossettini9680 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video - yes I am looking at longterm setup possibly spending a little extra on the Scarlett 8i6 3rd Gen - so I can setup monitors and a midi controller. It looks like the beringer has lots more features and outputs it looks like it approaches the features of the 8i6 which is more than 3 times the price.

@sirnatanielson Жыл бұрын

I've been out of the musical loop for a few years now, thanks to having kids. Finally getting back into it all now. Glad i listened to the end! Haven't gotten software for my PC since i was more focused on schooling on it. The Cakewalk by Bandlab looks great. I used Logic Pro Studio for years but that MacBook is archaic now. I'll probably pick up the Behringer based on cost and basic features i need. I've always recorded on my old Behringer 4 track mixer old school analog style (i guess I'll call it that). I feel like this will give me more flexibility in recording when the kiddos are asleep. Thanks for this video!

@jyrtoleek2369 3 жыл бұрын

Very professional presentation and informative video. Thank you! Keep up the good work!

@EdThorne 3 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome, and thank you 🙂🙏

@christianozelt1910 Жыл бұрын

If you consider buying the Behringer 202hd I suggest taking a look at the behringer 204hd variant, 20€ more expensive, but has things like the mono/ stereo switches for monitoring (among other, better connectivity)

@iVan123 3 жыл бұрын

Good, straight to the point vid.. Really liked it

@EdThorne 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 🙂🙏

@legalactivity6977 2 жыл бұрын

Just found your channel I am a radio DJ and I have a Behringer Eurorack UB2222FX-PRO I play cd and vinyl so the extra out puts help. But I also broadcast from home remotely from the studio play out system and the Behringer for its price will be just what I need.

@Mcgiver699 3 жыл бұрын

Ed the behringer comes with the OEM version of Tracktion Waveform which is an unlimited DAW.

@Swampfox10mm 2 жыл бұрын

No noise issues on my Behringer 202HD, but the one thing people need to study-up regarding Behringer issues is the clipping/leveling problem. You have to set it up right, or you can end up with some odd clip noises here and there. This is a driver problem Behringer has neglected for years. Seems to work fine, if levels are correct.

@EdThorne 2 жыл бұрын

Great info, thanks for sharing, Derek.

@joemarz2264 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent review, very clear and objective. Thank you.

@EdThorne 3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome, I hope it was useful :-) Thanks for watching.

@williamf.9615 3 жыл бұрын

I've used the Behringer UMC202 HD for over a year now. It's great, sounds just as good as the Steinbergs and Focusrites my friends have. The only upgrade I would make is to a DSP based interface like the UAD Apollo Duo Twin etc. Until then I'm happy with what I've got. The small nuances in todays gear quality make less difference than you think if you record a killer track the right way. I've heard great tracks made with a cheap mic and a cheap interface. Hendrix would still sound like Hendrix if he played a Squier Bullet.

@EdThorne 3 жыл бұрын

I couldn’t agree more, William 🙂 The Apollo is well worth getting, such a powerful interface.

@Theroha 2 жыл бұрын

That last line about Hendrix sums up how I feel about great gear in general, but I will always recommend novices who know what it takes to get good invest in mid-range to upper low range gear. Having gone the cheap route for various hobbies then being gifted decent gear for my journey into recording, I've found that my struggles have been massively impacted by low quality gear making my best efforts look or sound like crap. Don't break the bank but remember that the road to success is much smoother in a new car than a worn out bike.

@subrunnerfly1703 Жыл бұрын

Theres hardly any difference in sound,i got this focusrite and the umc202hd. Also got the behringer fx1622usb,and a um2 from behringer that i still have to test.the mixer sounds slightly nicer than the focusrite and the umc202hd.

@subrunnerfly1703 Жыл бұрын

Youre right i got 4 usb soundcards

@allmightyts8252 Жыл бұрын

I have used both for over 2 years each and I like the way the UMC sounds over the Focusrite. Seems warmer to me.

@stevefiset8326 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent video, I wonder if the KZfaq compression and the quality of the audio interface I use to listen to this video does not make it difficult to compare the two

@EdThorne 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Steve. KZfaq only really compresses audio to the same quality as an Mp3, so you should hear the differences as if listening on Spotify. Phone speakers definitely won't highlight the differences compared to monitors or headphones.

@dbreardon 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this comparison.....I was wonder if I should upgrade. I bought the Behringer 202HD in 2018 and have been pretty happy with it. I primarily do vocals (speaking, not singing) for video tutorials, product reviews and things like that. I have always wondered what miracle of magic these other audio interfaces perform that mine does not......outside of the plugins and music design, not really anything that would enhance what I do. And, perhaps it is the youtube compression and the fact I did not wear my headphones to listen, but I couldn't tell much of a difference between the two except for the electric guitar section....it does sound muddier on the Behringer....but I don't play guitar so not much of an issue for me. Anyway, thanks for the comparison....it was helpful to me and helped me decide that I really don't need to upgrade/change out my Behringer UMC202HD for something else at double the cost.

@EdThorne 2 жыл бұрын

The Scarlett isn’t a noticeable upgrade on a Behringer. Check out the new UA Volt with vintage mode and a built-in compressor - that would make a big difference to your VO work! kzfaq.info/get/bejne/gL1hocRosL6mgGg.html

@markiyutub 3 жыл бұрын

thanks for the video man!!

@bobisadrummer Жыл бұрын

Years ago I grabbed a UMC1820 store demo unit for $183 so I could experiment with micing up A LOT of stuff at once and a bunch of different ways to mic drums. That thing worked well for what I paid. It's definitely not the best, but you won't any other interface with 8 preamps near the price.

@Practical-IT 3 жыл бұрын

Great review. I purchased the Behringer last fall and I'm pretty happy with it overall. The bundled software for the Scarlett was going to give me zero benefit since I am soon to retire my aging Mac Mini (2012) and move my KZfaq production to a Linux box. For cross-platform usage which includes Linux, you cannot beat the Behringer at this price point. I've already ordered the SE Electronics DM1 Dynamite to give my Samson Dynamic Mic a little extra boost since I'm currently pushing the gain up to about 90%. From other reviews, the DM1 is a good alternative to the CloudLifter and $50 cheaper.

@EdThorne 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jeremy. Sounds like the Behringer was a good purchase for you 🙂🤘

@pedroj8127 2 жыл бұрын

I used Linux, so, Scarlett have incompatibility or issues when running on LinuxOSs? I run Windows, macosx and manjaro&arch, and cross platform compatibility interest me. Appreciate any comment. Cheers. 👍

@adeniranbalthazar5700 Жыл бұрын

@@pedroj8127 All the comments I've seen about the Scarlett state that it works without a hassle on Linux. The problem is with the software included, since none of them are natively supported - you need something like yabridge, which uses WINE to run Windows VSTs. I thought Behringer interfaces allowed users to download an OEM version of Tracktion Waveform (which has a Linux version) once the device is registered, but there are other interfaces including Linux-ready software, such as the Icon Duo line, the ESI U22 XT, Mackie Onyx interfaces and the Antelope Audio Zen line (EXPENSIVE).

@powN1 3 жыл бұрын

Great comparison, Captain Flint!

@EdThorne 3 жыл бұрын

Haha, thanks. I’d rather be Billy Bones though I recon 😜

@markhahn8012 3 жыл бұрын

I was happy with the Scarlett, but son *borrowed* it while I waited to get a Behringer for him. Somehow he kept the Scarlett and I got stuck with the Behringer. Aside from the "fit and finish* and lack of the pretty lighting, I am fine Behringer. I couldn't definitively decide which sounded better in your comparison. The Behringer works no problem on LINUX.

@EdThorne 3 жыл бұрын

Sonically they’re very similar. That’s great your son is into recording music too, good lad 🙂🤘

@KimHogeling 2 жыл бұрын

So both work fine on Linux? That's good to know, thanks :)

@jakearsenal4400 2 жыл бұрын

LINUX! That's the info I needed

@crazymateo155 3 жыл бұрын

Got the Behringer UMC404 recently and so far working great. There are a few little keyboard functions you might have to learn as far as enabling tracks for recording etc. But it provides all sorts of options as far as main Outs (both XLR and 1/4 in) and having the four inputs is great if you're looking to record drums.

@EdThorne 3 жыл бұрын

That’s great. Yeh the 404 offers much more flexibility.

@robertodonadelli 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the review!

@EdThorne 3 жыл бұрын

You are more than welcome, I hope it was helpful :-)

@gnostie 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this comparison. I'm not in a position to get a new Scarlett, and buying used it would more likely be Gen1, which puts me off somewhat. Behringer, on the other hand, I can get new. All I'm recording is line out from my digital piano (Casio PXS1000). What would you do in my place, Behringer or Scarlett?

@a-zpiece9731 Жыл бұрын

Great video, had the same concern as my friends studio has the Focusrite...i noticed how loud they are on the output as compared to my Bheringer

@cresshead 3 жыл бұрын

I have the Behrnnger UMC204HD it's bigger brother which has that mono switch found on the focusright also a monitor mix knob a monitor A/B button also on the back it has midi in and out dins and midi active lights for midi in and midi out on the front, 2 inserts, A and B playback stereo outs.... and t's still way cheaper than the Focusrite which is £138 and the behringer umc204hd is £79 which is almost 1/2 price still... but you get so much more in the capability on the behringer inc Midi in//out

@rbelson356 2 жыл бұрын

Exactly. If the Scarlett had the mix knob (which is one of the most important things a USB interface could have), I would have gone and paid extra since it generally sounds better, but I had known from the start I wouldn't been able to do without it and opted for the UMC204HD. The next upgrade, in my opinion, would be the Solid State Logic "SSL" 2 which has everything the 204HD has and more, and which sounds better than both the Scarlett and the very popular Motu M2.

@LucaIacono 3 жыл бұрын

great-sounding tune man!

@EdThorne 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Luca, I’ll pass your comment on to Simon 🙂

@daify6723 3 жыл бұрын

great video! Thanks!

@EdThorne 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Ivan 🙂🙏

@joereyna614 3 жыл бұрын

I owned a focusrite scarlet 2nd gen and had several issues with it.. then a buddy sold me a Behringer UMC22 and had no issues and have since used it.. it may cheao but it gets the job done for that I need. I'm upgrading to the UMC 404 HD

@TheYrthenarc 3 жыл бұрын

Pretty good choice, I own a 404HD for over 2 years, and I'm pretty satisfied. Only real issue I had in that time was some driver mishap this one time, where my computer refused to acknowledge that the interface is connected to it, but reinstalling the drivers fixed that.

@habibullahsamander2798 3 жыл бұрын

Does UMC22 work fine in Windows 10?

@joereyna614 3 жыл бұрын

@@habibullahsamander2798 I had no issues with it. Just download the driver and never had an issues recording with it.

@franktriggs 3 жыл бұрын

Air mode not great advantage, the UMC204HD has insert loops so you can add any EQ to do the same thing, along with lots more like limiters, compression etc. In fact the UMC404HD with 4x preamp inputs and 4 outs, is about same price as the focusrite.

@grahamhall2662 2 жыл бұрын

Yes comparison to the UMC404HD would make more sense. How can anyone compare the two when processed through internet connections, wi fi, cheap pc and laptop sound chips are utilized. Fairly useless review then?

@partilhamusicosmica 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video brother! Hugs from Brazil!

@EdThorne 3 жыл бұрын

You’re more than welcome, obrigado. 🙂🙏

@partilhamusicosmica 3 жыл бұрын

@@EdThorne I have a Traktor Audio 10 interface and I reduce A LOT the "low noise" connecting a grounded wire to it!

@mohaawwkk 2 жыл бұрын

Ok up until now I thought my Behringer UMC was pretty great and had no plans of replacing it but I now realize there is a harshness at around 5k or so, which is something I have heard in my setup as well but I thought it was a trait in my voice or something else. Hmm. The Focusrite has a more natural and "sophisticated", warmer sound. It's a pretty noticeable difference TBH, very obvious between 01:15 and 01:30 for instance. If a harsher sound is desired, it can always be achieved by adding harmonic distortion which is easier than vice versa. Thanks for the video!

@ErgonomicChair 3 жыл бұрын

I feel 2 is higher, shriller treble? I like that the 1 sounds more natural.

@TTAG01 Жыл бұрын

I am wanting to select either; a Behringer or focusrite to enable me to connect my KRK rokit5 gen 4 speakers to it so I can boost the sound volume. I also connected my vankyo v630 projector to my KRKS but the sound volume was not loud enough. I used Bluetooth adaptors to transmit from the projector and another to act as a receiver for the speakers. But I am not happy with sound overall so I am now looking at audio or mixer interfaces. Any help or advice that can be offered would be greatly appreciated?

@davjc4537 3 жыл бұрын

Hi thank you for the video. My question is the following:At the moment I am only going to use the audio interface to compose electronic music on my daw, with headphones. Using an interface in this way will I improve the sound that I will perceive from my daw? Will I perceive a better sound in my headphones using the interface than if I only use the interface that is integrated in my computer? Thank you a lot

@scottbitz5222 2 жыл бұрын

Interfaces are really only for taking output from an instrument or mic and recording it directly into your DAW with the direct monitoring allowing for minimal latency while laying down vocals or guitar/bass riffs so you're not hearing what sounds like an "echo" through your headphones as you sing/play. If you're using a MIDI keyboard and not adding personal recorded vocals or guitar riffs, an interface isn't going to give you anything more than what a pair of nice headphones connected directly into your computer gives.

@valensluvrocks7747 3 жыл бұрын

Very informative - thank you 🙏

@EdThorne 3 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome, glad it was useful 🙂

@itsarkamitra 2 жыл бұрын

@@EdThorne you

@vocal1 27 күн бұрын

Вопрос по звуковой карте UMC204HD. Когда крутилки gain1 и gain2 выкручены на максимум по часовой стрелке, а в левых гнёздах где микрофон ничего не подключено, есть шум в наушниках которые подключены в гнездо на передней панели?

@fluphybunny930 3 жыл бұрын

Scarlet on sale for £70 on Amazon from Focusrite store but no delivery till Jan !

@MikesBasementx 3 жыл бұрын

That is interesting, because I have the Scarlett 2i2 3rd gen and a pair of Sennheiser HD 280 Pro, which to my best knowledge is around 60 Ohm headphones and I have plenty of juice in the headphone out. Actually, so much that I need to turn down my Windows volume. I will say, however, that it seems that the crossover between the DAW and direct monitoring isn't equally loud, meaning that the direct passthrough seems to be muted, compared to for example Windows/system sounds.

@givemeajackson 2 жыл бұрын

60 ohm is pretty low impedance still, there's lots of headphones with 250 ohm or more.

@Robstrap 2 жыл бұрын

@@givemeajackson ye lol 60ohm is nothing

@rafaelcruz6142 2 жыл бұрын

Can i use the 204 for live performance ? I need the daw for autotune and 1/2 for main and 3/4 for custom mix on In Ear Monooring. Will it work ?

@photographerjonathan 3 жыл бұрын

I have some old pro tools demos from over 12 years ago. but I can't down load my old protools onto my new iMac, because it is on cds and my new iMac has no CD player. so I was wondering if the free protools download would be able to open my old demos. because I want to work on some of them again, thanks in advance for your answer.

@EdThorne 3 жыл бұрын

You’d have to ask ProTools. I have no idea about compatibility of PT from 12 years ago with a free version of it now. Also, Youll need a CD drive to get them off the CD. You’ll be able to export the audio easily enough I’d have thought.

@jimilove7773 6 ай бұрын

Amazing vid! That being said, I am recording my band live through a powered mixer w/ E drums [we all wear headphones w/ the mix coming from the board], signal is sent to an interface [just bought the focusrite 2i2 gen 4]. My mixer has 2 rca plugs out, I am using a 2 rca to a 1/4 inch stereo cable and sending this signal to 1 line input. Would it sound better to get 2 separate rca to 1/4 inch mono cables and send them to line 1 and line 2 input? Or would I use 2 separate rca to 1/4 inch stereo cables? Again great vid and not often discussed! Also, I am going to experiment with the air vs air 2 features and no air and will let you know the results! Much love from Upstate NY! Oh, I am currently using Audacity as my DAW is the Ableton lite that comes with the focusrite better?

@chukkichukki3081 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your information.

@EdThorne 3 жыл бұрын

You’re very welcome 🙂

@jimmywheelo 2 жыл бұрын

Might sound strange but the sound nuances aren't the most important factor for me. I'm all about the performance, the latency and I certainly don't want any pops, crackle (even small intermittent amounts) that occur when an audio interface is buckling

@EdThorne 2 жыл бұрын

Performance and song quality any day over preamps nuances. Totally agree.

@harungonzalo3072 2 жыл бұрын

So which one do you prefer between the two sir?

@kennethlourisombrog2149 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, which one. Say IT.

@ant6662 2 жыл бұрын

thank you for this video. as i will be running the interface through a mixer with a preamp for output i after your video i will be opting for the focusrite

@EdThorne 2 жыл бұрын

Be sure to check out the Audient iD14 mkii too 👌 kzfaq.info/get/bejne/iqmHbKuHy62UY4E.html

@ant6662 2 жыл бұрын

@@EdThorne thank you I will check that out in the morning 👍

@yefe1710 3 жыл бұрын

hey! i am gonna jsut use for electro guiater recordingss and for som programrs like guitar rig and a condenser mic. İ have low budget so is there any big differnce between umc22 and umc202,? pls help

@Jizenlois 3 жыл бұрын

My behringer umc22 has problems on fl studio where it starts buzzing when I change effects or record too long. I have to rechannel to remove the sound. Anyone knows how to fix this?

@DanCeese 3 жыл бұрын

Does it permanently affect your recorded audio? If not then it means it's only messing with the playback. Try increasing the buffer size, but the more you do the more latency will be introduced. If your recorded audio is permanently affected with the buzz, I think it's either some defective parts on the audio interface or your computer's audio chip is incompatible with the interface. (Happened to me while I recorded live session with a Qu-pac mixer from Allen & Heath)

@nuwandhananjaya 3 жыл бұрын

I'm using behringer UMC 204HD. Very good product. I think it's worth the price. good review. Thank you. from Srilanka 🇱🇰

@EdThorne 3 жыл бұрын

That’s great. Thanks for watching. Good to know I have viewers in new parts of the world 🙂➡️

@TukeMorgan 2 жыл бұрын

What instrument do you play? I'm a saxophonist and I'm thinking of getting the 404

@nuwandhananjaya 2 жыл бұрын

@@TukeMorgan I'm a guitarist. I recommend you buy the audient brand. Behringer is worth the money but the quality is a bit lacking.

@TukeMorgan 2 жыл бұрын

@@nuwandhananjaya thank you! do you know anything about how presonus or roland compare to audient?

@babbarsherx 2 жыл бұрын

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@mosxpit 3 жыл бұрын

thanks very helpful video gonna goo with behringer! thanks again

@EdThorne 3 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome, I’m glad it was helpful 🙂

@iamnykira 2 жыл бұрын

I love your intro clip 😍

@EdThorne 2 жыл бұрын

So do I, thanks. Here’s the full song with the keyboard solo that made it onto the actual track instead of the guitar: open.spotify.com/album/3WZWJfHlOkTDy9faRObW8j?si=x1gxJPuYSFuTffYqN9M7Uw&dl_branch=1

@richardpenrose1968 3 жыл бұрын

I had both of these interfaces here for comparison and I didn't have any noise or hum when using phantom power with various condensers. I also didn't have the same duller tone on the DI and am wondering if this is due to impedance mis-matching? The Behringer UMC's mic preamps were noticeably quieter than the Focusrite's at higher gain levels and the headphone outputs were way better on the UMC. Overall, I found the Behringer UMC to out perform the Focusrite Scarlett and ended up keeping it to use with my iPad for mobile recordings.

@EdThorne 3 жыл бұрын

Okay, that’s interesting. I’m wondering if there’s a quality control issue or it’s just a dud unit. Would an impedance imbalance cause such a hum? The mic was a Sennheiser e914. Identical to the one used with the Scarlett, both working fine.

@richardpenrose1968 3 жыл бұрын

@@EdThorne The impedance unbalance could cause the duller tone in the instrument line input test you did on electric guitar. Regarding the hum that could be various things but normally an grounding issue? Also, I've found with some budget products the power supplies that some companies send out can change depending on the batch. I bought a headphone amp a few years ago and it had a lot of hum! One of my colleagues had the exact same headphone amp and there wasn't any hum with his. I noticed the power supplies looked slightly different so had a look at their specs and they were different. I tried his PSU on my headphone amp the the noise disappeared. These were both brand new units but came with different power supplies.

@EdThorne 3 жыл бұрын

@@richardpenrose1968 Yeh is have thought it was a ground issue if it was plugged into the mains but this was off my computer. And again, strange one hummed and one didn’t. The DI tone/impedance makes sense.

@richardpenrose1968 3 жыл бұрын

@@EdThorne Did you try the using the PSU that came with the UMC? I've used my UMC HD straight off my old iphone 7 with the PSU and it powers all my SDC's and LDC's no problem and no hum?

@EdThorne 3 жыл бұрын

@@richardpenrose1968 PSU? This unit was only supplied with a USB type A-B cable for power of the computer.

@paulizzyrollins 3 жыл бұрын

Great video. Cheers 👍

@EdThorne 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Paul.

@nixandersson 3 ай бұрын

@Ed Thorne Music Production Excellent video, thank you! I have the BOSS RC-600 looper and I also use it as an Audio Interface, but since I never used other ones I couldn't say if it in comparison is any good. Would you be interested in doing such a comparison? Please, please!

@avia4281 Жыл бұрын

Behringer U-Phoria UMC202HD vs dac which is better for listening from Ipad pro 2022 apple music lossless 24/192?

@elwadin 2 жыл бұрын

amigo que micrófonos utilizaron para grabar la guitarra? que micrófono de condensador me recomiendas para grabar acústicas?

@jgib01 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks bunches for this video. My biggest concern with the Behringer is the phantom power noise issue mentioned at 4:30. We use lots of condensers for recording, so this would be a major stumbling block. Currently have an XR18 that we don't seem to get the issue on, yet I saw another reply here saying a different Behringer interface model does the same thing. Anyone using Behringer interface WITHOUT having this issue? Is it possibly limited to certain units, cable issues, etc., or is it across the gamut? Also curious what frequency is the noise at-- you mention a high pass filter so assume it is only in the super low end (below 100? 150?)

@EdThorne 3 жыл бұрын

From what people have said in the other comments, it seems this problem may be device specific, not many others are complaining about the same issue.

@jgib01 3 жыл бұрын

@@EdThorne the comment about a week ago by "Mi Nombres es F" suggests he's getting the same thing on the 202. Like you said, funny though more folks here and across the web aren't mentioning this if it is a more common issue. I'm super torn right now between the 8 channel variants. I could get a Behringer plus an 8 preamp for the cost of the Scarlett interface alone. The Scarlett does sound a little warmer with more "fullness" to my ear, but not sure I would notice much difference once everything was in the mix (3pc folk trio and a 5pc blues band).

@TukeMorgan 2 жыл бұрын

@@jgib01 I'm curious to know which audio interface you ended up with as I'm a saxophonist who wants to record better covers and I'm not sure which is best

@kotogray8335 2 жыл бұрын

@@TukeMorgan The Scarlett is said to have a "warmer" sound due to a specific bump in the lower frequencies by Focusrite. That's not necessarily a good thing since a lot of low end gets taken out unless it's specifically a bass sound like bass, kick or synth

@bugracelayir 2 жыл бұрын

I tried HD 202 and didn't like it. But still I never heard the bass undertone in your recording. Maybe a faulty cable or microphone. Your video is very informative. Thanks :)

@TAJRECORDSLiltaj 2 жыл бұрын

U using bad mic that's why

@MasterHadaka 3 жыл бұрын

Hi your video was very helpful, I only want an audio interface for mixing and mastering with 250ohms headphones, do you think the Behringer would be better suited?

@EdThorne 3 жыл бұрын

I'm glad it was useful, thanks for watching. In terms of mixing and mastering you'd probably want the best digital to audio conversion you can afford. Check out the new Audient iD14 (mkii) if you can stretch to that. If not, either of the devices in this video fine. Some argue the Scarlett will last longer...

@MasterHadaka 3 жыл бұрын

@@EdThorne Thank you so much for taking the time to reply. You have been very helpful. Have a good day, peace from Ireland 🇮🇪✌️😁

@hakkz187 3 жыл бұрын

The scarlet can only handle max 200 ohms

@ericwong3096 3 жыл бұрын

Hi, can you record into two separate channels simultaneously using the Behringer? I keep seeing the behringer umc202 compared with the focusrite Solo (instead of the 2i2). And as I understand it, the Solo has two inputs but can only record into one channel at a time. Wondering if the Behringer UMC202HD is the same...

@EdThorne 3 жыл бұрын

You can record two channels independently with the UMC202HD.

@Phober 2 жыл бұрын

Hello ed thorne, do you have any idea how to remove the um2 noise like theres a radio noise in the um2..i already use behringer driver and watch alot of tutorial but it still have that noise while my room is silent...can you help me?😢

@EdThorne 2 жыл бұрын

Try a different XLR cable, maybe a different plug socket, and maybe move any phones away from the device. Other than that, these interfaces are prone to reliability issues. You get what you pay for.

@kamishimoproductions8587 Жыл бұрын

Great knowledge, thanks for sharing Ed. The Focusrite sounds really good. A BTW question on using the Mackie ProFX8; can I hook it with an Apogee Duet 2?

@EdThorne Жыл бұрын

Thanks. For what purpose? Is your ProFX8 the USB model? That can link straight to your interface. Alternatively XLRs into the Duet but you’re likely to get electric ground noise caused by linking the mixer.

@StartToFinishPodcastingTV 2 жыл бұрын

I would like to record me and a guest using the Focusrite Solo. Since it has two inputs can I connect a mic to the quarter-inch input of the Focusrite using an XLR to quarter-inch cable?

@EdThorne 2 жыл бұрын

You need a two channel interface, such as the Scarlett 2i2. A microphone needs a preamp (the XLR inputs) to bring the voltage produced by the mic up to -line-level. Instruments like guitars usually produce this level of signal so jack inputs are sufficient. In your case, if you use a XLR to ajck input, one mic will have a very weak, poor sounding signal.

@Tommy_Mc Жыл бұрын

I used to focusrite scarlet solo before, now I bought a Behringer Studio XL, oddly I can't find much information or comparisons with focusrite, does anyone own a Behringer studio XL, .. what do you think?

@octavianconstantintudora9804 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic review i am happy whit Behringer UMC202HD audio interfaces but i did not got the software because was not available for my cheap purchase of ca 80 USD from a German website. Can be used as stand alone stereo pre-amp with 48V phantom power, with direct monitoring using an USB power charger or power battery pack . Not need for computer or smartphone. Very high quality condenser mic preamp , 48V power from a small USB power-pack for DSLR camera stereo.

@prem1038 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the review :) ... Behringer actually comes with Tracktion Wavefrom OEM version, which is a fully featured DAW.

@HarryOsirian 9 ай бұрын

amazing analysis

@EdThorne 9 ай бұрын

Thank you. Hopefully it was insightful.

@HarryOsirian 9 ай бұрын

@@EdThorne very much so. I just purchased the Behringer 204HD 👍🏻..thanks for the great videos. Much appreciated 🙏🏻

@leeyikent4363 3 жыл бұрын

Can I know if behringer can use with software like Adobe audition? By the way it is a super great video what solved my problems, thank you so much from Malaysia❤️

@EdThorne 3 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome. The Behringer will work with any software as long as your computer recognises the device (this will require the correct audio drivers on PC)

@Nunya00 3 жыл бұрын

@@EdThorne I hear that the drivers for the scarlett on PC are very bad and unstable while the behringer driver is good on PC, though that was a year ago do you have any clue if this is still the case because I only have PC. Thanks!

@m4thovanie 3 жыл бұрын

yes, indeed. I used it. even I've used both producta, no problem at all

@joeheffer 3 жыл бұрын

I have a behringer and use it to record bass. It sounds good

@joeheffer 3 жыл бұрын

@@vincentproductions8963 I used ASIO4all and didn't have any problems. Now I use a Focusrite Saffire 6 which I bought second hand

@OfFormerFame 3 жыл бұрын

The hum from the UMC1820 was probably a ground loop. I don't have that issue in mine. Also curious if you remembered to press the INST (vs LINE) button in on the DI guitar? That would switch the Input to Hi-Z and may have an impact on the high end.

@EdThorne 3 жыл бұрын

The model featured is the bus powered UMC202HD so no ground looping possible. We tried both Inst/Line and it still buzzed.

@tortexjazz 3 жыл бұрын

@@EdThorne Then I think that particular Behringer Interface has a problem or might not be grounded properly. I use the same Interface as my travel/teach Interface and there's absolutely no hum, whether in Phantom-Power-Mode with a ondenser-mic or as a simple Guitar-in-Interface, it's dead qiuet

@EdThorne 3 жыл бұрын

@@tortexjazz I think it’s a unit specific problem too.

@luckykhan565 5 ай бұрын

Can i connect my turntable to behringer umc22?

@rchrd3353 2 жыл бұрын

i had the 404hd until it was taken out by a power surge. my biggest gripes were 1-the monitor outputs were QUIET..too quiet. this is documented elsewhere online too.. quieter than the 202/204hd . and wayyyyy quieter than a scarlett. this is partially due to the behringer "balanced" outputs not being truly balanced .. when connected to pro monitors they will just not output to them adequately. conversely the scarlett will reach plenty of volume without even turning the knob halfway.. such a large discrepancy 2-turning any of the knobs on the 404hd resulted in static.. preamps..headphones.. static noise when turned .. not a big issue since you aren't actively turning while listening 3-the usb connection is crap.. this resulted in background noise until i tried multiple cables in multiple positions.. the heavy ferrite on the supplied cable makes it worse since it pulls down on the jack . now i have a scarlett 8i6 3rd gen. and my only gripe is there are no preamps on the additional inputs, just the front 2 .. thinking about getting a behringer 1820 just cuz you get 8 preamps for so cheap. that being said everything else about the 8i6 is superior to the 404hd for me.. quieter outputs, no static on the knobs, better software, awesome usb c connection.. and tbh it sounds slightly better to me as well..but that could just be placebo of a newer/currently owned device. however, i did prefer example 1 in your video which turned out to be the scarlett.. so maybe there is something to it.

@mrz80 2 жыл бұрын

Couldn't really hear a difference between them. This is interesting, as I'm looking for a cheap unit just to get audio out of my laptop; I'm gearing up to add some MIDI-triggered VSTs to my guitar rig. I was going to get a UMC202HD but a used 2i2 popped up on Facebook for a really good price. So, I guess it's pretty much just a coin toss :D

@EdThorne 2 жыл бұрын

From all the comments I've received on this video, and my own experience, this comparison comes down to super cheap Vs reliability.

@valyogennoff Жыл бұрын

I've just bought and installed my new Behringer UMC202 HD. Super excited! Thanks, Ed, for the detailed comparison. I loved it!

@EdThorne Жыл бұрын

Amazing. Enjoy!

@musicdigital4729 3 жыл бұрын

Question sir, pls. help.. i want to record guitar to my computer(with daw) i have a multieffects with usb output is this enough to transfer my sounds without sound degradation? or i need to buy a separate audio interface? whats the difference between usb output of multieffects v.s audio interface? thank you.

@EdThorne 3 жыл бұрын

Hi there, what's the multi-effects unit you're using? I'm assuming if it has a USB then it is doing the audio to digital conversion for you so there shouldn't be a need for an interface.

@musicdigital4729 3 жыл бұрын

@@EdThorne old digitech rp-series(with cab sim)and usb output.

@yefe1710 3 жыл бұрын

@skorpers Жыл бұрын

Where can we find his song? I couldn't seem to find it in his links.

@gtmg22b2 2 жыл бұрын

monitor output n the block size b4 cracking is the most important, just like u said the inputs is similar but the output is warmer n fuller on the docusrite'

@marlonese 3 жыл бұрын

I'm thinking about switching from the focusrite to the Behringer since focusrite has this annoying bug with VoIP where your mic crackles and stuff and there's no permanent fix

@EdThorne 3 жыл бұрын

Might you use the opportunity to upgrade your interface? The Audient iD14mkii is fantastic.

@natteaap 3 жыл бұрын

I have a Motu 8pre for recording but I want a cheap interface to use with an ipad pro usb-c. I want to use it to connect the electric guitar to the ipad pro and either hear the amp simulation in the headphones or play it via the apple homepod or any bluetooth speaker. After reading the comments, it looks like both units can't do that or am I wrong. They don't get the FX return (amp sim) from the ipad in the headphones only the dry signal of the guitar input? 5and with behringer then only left or right, not both) Do you know if I can airplay the ipad pro to the homepod or bluetooth a small bt speaker while playing and/or recording? Have you tried it? thanx for the great vid btw. I find it weird that the solo track is much better on the focusrite but the mixed tracks are slightly better on the behringer.

@EdThorne 3 жыл бұрын

Yeh it’s strange the solo Scarlett was better but Behringer better in the mix, a lot of people have said that. I don’t iPad record but the Steinberg UR22C is your best bet for iPad recording with DSP monitoring with Yamaha FX.

@natteaap 3 жыл бұрын

@@EdThorne thanx. I wasn't planning on doing a monitor out. It's just for playing when the kids sleep or letting the kids have a go at an old squier through the homepod. But I need to find out if headphones let me hear the guitartones or just the dry signal and/or I can play real time through a bluetooth/airplay 2 speaker. Of to google it is then ^_^

@EdThorne 3 жыл бұрын

@@natteaap Best thing for that might be the IK Multimedia iRig.

@erdem9999 2 жыл бұрын

I'd like to digitizing my vinyl records through my budget turntable system; Music hall mmf mark1, pro-ject phonobox preamp. Should I get 2nd gen or 3rd gen Focusrite ? and is there a difference in sound quality between solo, 2i2 ? My only reason to get audio interface card is record my vinyl and upload youtube without much loss of sound quality.

@EdThorne 2 жыл бұрын

You’ll need two inputs to record the stereo vinyl. The 3rd gen is slightly better.

@HarvinderSingh-yy8th 2 жыл бұрын

2i2 has phone control button.

@EdThorne 2 жыл бұрын

@@HarvinderSingh-yy8th Phone control…?

@StevenDoesStuff 2 жыл бұрын

I have the Behringer UMC22 and I'm wondering if it's gonna bottleneck my microphone singing compared to the focusrite

@EdThorne 2 жыл бұрын

Bottleneck?

@StevenDoesStuff 2 жыл бұрын

@@EdThorne I read that the vocals may sound a little muffled on the Behringer compared to the Focusrite . I use a Shure SM7B and I'm wondering if I can get even better audio on the Focusrite or if the difference isn't that much

@AlexeySolovievMusic 3 жыл бұрын

Next time i wanna buy Focusrite Solo ;) been using 2i2 for 6 years already it's great but now i think i need to buy Solo or Apollo Twin :)

@EdThorne 3 жыл бұрын

Haha. Definitely go for the Twin. The Solo is too limited by its single DSP core and you can’t daisy chain it with other UAD devices if you want to expand.

@williamf.9615 3 жыл бұрын

I've had the 202HD for two years now. It's fine. Friends have Focusrite and Steinberg and their recordings are no better than mine. Like you, my next upgrade will be a thunderbolt Apollo Twin Duo. That would be an upgrade worthy of the name.

@BagusWibisono 3 жыл бұрын

@@williamf.9615 really? how about sound quality for proffesional producer?

@jcalzada74 3 жыл бұрын

I just bought the scarlet 2i2 and I'm going to return it to get the berhinger u-phoria umc404hd usb

@trancegotten3699 3 жыл бұрын

@@jcalzada74 I'm considering to buy this too

@cyrilcalmes4208 3 жыл бұрын

I have exactly the same result between the Scarlett 2i2 1st Gen and the small XENYX 302 USB from Behringer…. The Behringer's headphone output literally buries that of the Focusrite. And the impedance of my headphones is only 55 Ohm (AKG K240 Studio)... The preamps of the XENYX are not that good (very noisy) and the driver is the ASIO4ALL (I hate it !!!) As I need a second audio interface, this one seems to be a good contedender.

@TheChefGaming 5 ай бұрын

Ed, quick question. Is there a decent affordable sound card that allows you to drop VST's directly into the driver interface?

@EdThorne 5 ай бұрын

Only Apollos and Antelopes offer this, and they're MUCH more expensive for this reason! The new Heritage Audio interface MAy do this as well, I haven't had that confirmed. Also more expensive.

@krishnansrinivasan830 2 жыл бұрын

Nice & Thanks :)

@norfolknwhey4787 Ай бұрын

The background fuzz may be your particular setup. I found the opposite to be true when testing both devices into a DAW. The Focusrite had considerably more noise than the umc202, to the point that I returned it and kept the umc202. For the $, you really can’t beat the umc202.

@emansell68 Жыл бұрын

I cannot hear any difference between the two interfaces and the blind test proves it. Both do a great job. Furthermore I've never understood the "warmth" of a sound: which are the involved frequencies? Are they measurable with a spectrum analyser or is it only a product price-related psychological effect?

@EdThorne Жыл бұрын

They are very close sounding. Warmth refers to the low mid frequency and harmonic content. It is measurable, yes.

@WindPortal 10 ай бұрын

Hello, my 3rd gen Scarlett focusrite makes crackling/static noise (through my studio monitors) when I adjust the volume knob, will the behringer have that problem as well? Also, I don't use a mic, I just need an audio interface to hook up my studio monitors to the PC through TRS connection.

@EdThorne 10 ай бұрын

A static/crackle could be a conversion rate synchronisation issue (set the Sample rate in the Focusrite Control App and make sure your DAW is operating at the same sample rate). Also make sure you’re using Balanced TRS cables to your speakers. If there’s still a problem, it could be a grounding/earthing power issue.

@WindPortal 10 ай бұрын

@EdThorne Yes I am using balanced TRS along with 44.1kHz across all settings, I'm not sure what I should do if it's a grounding/earthing issue. I ended up returning the solo and ended up ordering UA Volt 1 instead, it's around the same price as the solo and apparently better.

@ghostwriter1440 Жыл бұрын

I have the behringer umc 22, my brother has a scarlet 2i2 and my band mates have an mtrack solo - I bet that’d be a fun shoot out comparison

@fernando.d7306 28 күн бұрын

Which audio interface is best bro😊

@ghostwriter1440 28 күн бұрын

Go with whatever is cheaper unless they are within 20 bucks of each other or so. The scarlet offerings seem to be considered the go to brand and tend to boast the better kHz spec for people who want the premium product The berhinger works well in my experience and offer great features and value for the money - to the point where I later purchased the umc 1820 and ada8000 units to have as many inputs as my band would ever need for recording projects. The M audio solo does the job just fine but the plastic housing and wobbly knobs don’t feel as nice as the other two units but if you can get it at a steep enough discount where you can buy extra gear like a budget mic or headphones with the savings then it’s totally worth considering

@fernando.d7306 28 күн бұрын

@@ghostwriter1440 thanks bro

@buwback 3 жыл бұрын

Hey pal, thanks for such a great video. Since I’m a beginner low budget musician, I’ve been struggling with finding a good audio interface. Considering my budget, I think behringer um202hd would work quite well for me. But I don’t know, I’m kinda lost and doubtful so I’ll ask you. For recording electric guitar in Logic Pro using a MacBook Air 2015 model, do you think Behringer um202hd works well? Quality and the noise and also direct monitoring with effects without latency is my main concerns. I’ve been struggling a lot with this decision and seeing this great comparison of yours made me think this way, that I’ll leave it up to you. Please answer this; Do you think I should save up (like waiting for two or three more months) to get focusrite Scarlett or should I go with behringer (I can afford it after a month)? Thanks again for such great content

@EdThorne 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Babak, thanks for the kind words. You can’t ‘Direct Monitor’ on either of these devices WITH effects. It’s a dry signal only (to get minimal latency the audio for this comes straight back out of the interface into your headphones without going to the computer). The Scarlett has the mono DM option to hear audio out of both side of your headphones but the output volume is very low. The Behringer has a much louder headphone amp but handle input 1&2 as headphone L&R which is annoying. Listen to the audio examples on the video and decide which one sounds better to you. Strangely, I found the dry signals to sound better on the Scarlett but the (very roughly) mixed audio sounded better on the Behringer. A few people have said this too. I’d go for the Behringer and start having fun recording ASAP. The main benefit of the Scarlett (IMO) is the plugins & software that comes with it. But there are tons of free DAWs and plugins available to get you started. I hope that helps. Enjoy the process.

@buwback 3 жыл бұрын

@@EdThorne wow, thanks. This just answered so many questions of mine. I’ll go with Behringer and start recording stuff that are stuck in my mind for months now.

@Daforwin 3 жыл бұрын

So if I already have daw software and plugins, for half the money is worth behringer

@kev-othegamer 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@EdThorne 3 жыл бұрын

You’re very welcome. Hopefully it was helpful 🙂

@jaymantisgaming 2 жыл бұрын

ive not finished the video yet. but i've owned both of these at different times and i love them both. literally the only difference to me might be name credibility. if youre working with a musician to record they might give an eyeroll when they see your 'studio' is built on a behringer interface and may make them second-guess your skill, thinking youre a noob or whatever. ive never ran into this problem but people can really be that snobbish about gear. i know i'd look differently at 2 guitarists if one had an all Boss pedal board and an all Behringer board. its sad but thats how we work. i LOVE my UMC202HD

@RoomAtTheTopStudio 3 жыл бұрын

I've used a first generation Scarlet 2i4 for almost 10 years. It was my main audio interface until I upgraded to a Soundcraft Signature 22mtk about 3 years ago. The Scarlet then moved on to be my portable studio interface that I carried while on tour. Last year I was away and I didn't bring the 2i4 with me so I bought a UMC204HD to use instead. It did a great job, so much so that it replaced the 2i4. The specs are actually superior to the first generation Scarlet

@EdThorne 3 жыл бұрын

I feel the Behringer is more robust too, ideal for touring.

@yefe1710 3 жыл бұрын

@ChrisBessy Жыл бұрын

i use a scarlett 2i4 2nd and after 2 years in my home studio i have lot of "schrrrr" with the volume volume or the headphones volume. I have tested the spray but same problem. You dont have problems with the volume knob ?

@RoomAtTheTopStudio Жыл бұрын

@@ChrisBessy no problem with the generation one Scarlett. It's still very functional although I don't use it as much as I used to. I suppose it's a case of how lucky you are with any of these things

@GoldenToothBrush 3 жыл бұрын

One problem I have found with the Behringer UMC202 at least on a PC, is that I don't have an option for just one channel. What I mean is if I'm only using one input it still records in stereo and thus I only get sound on one speaker side on the recorded audio. I know this can be fixed when using proper recording software but it's annoying if your just trying to record a simple video on a PC. I have looked in the sound settings but it only gives me two channel options.

@EdThorne 3 жыл бұрын

This sounds like you’re recording onto a stereo channel in your DAW rather than a mono channel, is this possible?

@GoldenToothBrush 3 жыл бұрын

@@EdThorne Hi Ed, it's not on a proper DAW just the PCs standard video software. I know it's not professional but I just wanted to make a quick video with reasonable sound and found it strange that I could only select 2 channels in the advanced sound options on my computer. I don't know if this is more to do with windows itself or the Behringer drivers for it.

@EdThorne 3 жыл бұрын

@@GoldenToothBrush That’s a Windows issue not an interface issue. I don’t use Windows so I can’t make a suggestion but there are plenty of free DAWs around that you could record into for more recording flexibility. Cakewalk by Bandlab is popular for PC.

@GoldenToothBrush 3 жыл бұрын

@@EdThorne Thank you. I have an oldish mac too and will see how it works with that. Going forwards though I will need a DAW anyway. Thank you for the recommendations.

@PeterPanQuails 3 жыл бұрын

@@GoldenToothBrush I also highly recommend Cakewalk by BandLab. It is a full featured DAW and it is free. Amazing. There are also good tutorials on the KZfaq to walk you through the basics.

@ChimeStone 2 жыл бұрын

As a drummer who wants to record every now and then sounds like the Behringer is my best bet. I was told regardless of mic quality that the Scarlett would bring more life out of the drums but the louder headphone jack I think is most beneficial for me and the fact that it is half the price over the scarlett and has almost identical features makes it more intriguing for me as well when comparing the 8 mic output interfaces.

@EdThorne 2 жыл бұрын

The headphone output volume is far louder on the Behringer. In terms of mic preamp quality, you'd probably want the Scarlett, but the difference is negligible at this price point.

@jacobseal 2 жыл бұрын

Dont get too caught up in the preamp stuff....they sound extremely similar. there is no major difference in quality. I have had and used both. If you are a drummer get the behringer. you will want that extra headphone volume for sure.

@ChimeStone 2 жыл бұрын

@@jacobseal been using the behringer and im happy with my purchase 👍🏻

@josephmartin5436 9 ай бұрын

@@jacobsealyou just answered the question I have. Thanks a lot. At least I can save some money purchasing the behringer

@leorosendow9728 3 жыл бұрын

for exclusive use with live VST playing with controller, is there a difference in sound quality from a cheap card to a guy???

@EdThorne 3 жыл бұрын

To a what?

@MrSax93 3 жыл бұрын

@ Ed Thorne so what you advise focusrite or behringer for a saxophone recording? what's best?

@EdThorne 3 жыл бұрын

There are pros and cons for both so I’d suggest getting the best one you can afford. There are 9 other interfaces in this video worth considering. The Tascam sounded the best to me and the Audient is the best overall: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/rptgl9qQp8zZlIk.html

@MrSax93 3 жыл бұрын

@@EdThorne thanks for the answer. Mine choise is between UMC204HD/404HD or Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 (3rd Gen ). You know what's the best between these 2?

@EdThorne 3 жыл бұрын

@@MrSax93 In terms of recording condenser mics, the Scarlett sounded better to me in the video.

@TukeMorgan 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, I'm curious to know which one you ended up getting as I'm a saxophonist who is trying to record better covers

@filipzla 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Ed, i have the behringer 202, but i recently bought two Adam T8V monitors, and they arent loud as i thought they would be, considering the size of the monitors, do you think that scarlett 2i2 will solve my issue or would i need even louder sound card?

@EdThorne 2 жыл бұрын

Make sure you’re using balanced TRS cables for a start. That’ll add 6dB if you’re using unbalanced TS cables. I remember one of these was way louder on the outputs, but can’t remember which one - I mention it the video. I also find my T5Vs to be VERY loud so check your settings everywhere.

@filipzla 2 жыл бұрын

@@EdThorne I have two balanced TRS cables, and they are top notch. You mentioned in this video that the scarlett is much louder than the behringer, but im thinking if this scarlett in your video is enough for this speaker, and i cant find information about loudness and monitors through audio interfaces. These ones were hooked up on a $1500 apollo audio interface and they were extremely loud at the previous owner of the monitors, but im not planning to invest that much in an interface, if the scarlett 2i2 is more than enough for these speakers i would go ahead with that one, which is in my budget as i already spent more than i planned for the monitors, but now i found myself that the behringer 202 isn't enough for the speakers. Considering you had these both interfaces, how much louder was the scarlett versus the behringer? Was is significant louder ?

@EdThorne 2 жыл бұрын

@@filipzla It’s quite a bit louder yeh. Also check out the EVO4. Those outputs are blisteringly loud!!