What Is An Audio Interface?

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In this video I answer the question: "What is an audio interface?". I cover various topics such as inputs, outputs, sample rate, latency, and more. I am using the Scarlett 2i2 as an example and you can find more information here: amzn.to/2M8kxRu
📒 Show Notes 📒
1️⃣ Audio Interface used:
Scarlett 2i2 Audio Interface: amzn.to/2M8kxRu
2️⃣ Mic Stand and Mic:
OnStage Table Top Mic Stand: amzn.to/2XArzUg
Rode NT1 Microphone: amzn.to/2Aom2rX
3️⃣ Cables used:
Kopul Studio Elite 4000 Mic Cable: amzn.to/2Xd5UTl
Hosa Rean Single Balanced Cable: amzn.to/2XgofyE
4️⃣ Guitar Used:
Squier Affinity Series Tele: amzn.to/2z7YpE3
6️⃣ Studio Moniters:
KRK Rokit: amzn.to/2z6x8lg
Video about multiple inputs on an audio interface: • Audio Interface Can Ha...
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@mendoca_sf 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for all the info Provided, straight to what we want to know !! Gracias

@ambrushadam 4 жыл бұрын

Very instructional! A great advice I got about audio interfaces a long time ago, is that you should buy one with more features then you need right now. It's very likely you will need more inputs or outputs, or whatever feature is has in the future. 10 years later I still use the first audio interface I ever bought.

@jamesgayle5213 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent series of videos…good pace and very easy to follow.🤙

@JohnMCameronJr 3 жыл бұрын

This was so incredibly helpful to me understanding the basics. thank you so much!

@MatthewStratton 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@alexrod714 4 жыл бұрын

Love that sign on your door. The key to ANY success in life.

@MatthewStratton 4 жыл бұрын

For sure. 💯

@japspelinio9533 9 ай бұрын

Awesome video! Really appreciate how you make everything very linear and easy to follow.

@MicLeo-ck1vf 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Very informative. Just what I needed. Thanks again!

@MatthewStratton 3 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome!

@NefertitiGold 4 жыл бұрын

nice! straight to the point and informative!

@MatthewStratton 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot!

@uiliumpowell4684 3 жыл бұрын

Idk, can you use those CV triggers on the audio of a digital synth that doesn't have MIDI?

@OurNomadicStory 4 жыл бұрын

Before this video, I knew nothing about audio interfaces. This video did a great job of giving me the basic understanding of the audio interface. Matthew, you did a great job with this video.

@MatthewStratton 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome. Glad it was informative. Thanks for checking it out!

@Aspeca_music 3 жыл бұрын

Omg Thank you Thank you so so much Sir..🙏🙏🙏❤.This video is the 100% truly described how to use a interface than any other videos on Yt.Im your fan Sir.I have subscribed to you.🙏🙏🙏❤

@zfrmusic6663 4 жыл бұрын

Good explanation. Very clear and easy to understand.

@MatthewStratton 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@christopherthomasemery5039 3 жыл бұрын

Total beginner taking an intro class soon, as well as a teacher trying to learn some tricks for my students' performances: this was so informative and interesting, subscribed!

@MatthewStratton 3 жыл бұрын

Right on. Glad it was informative! Thanks for subscribing.

@TalmSawyer 3 жыл бұрын

super helpful, thank you!

@MatthewStratton 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@brightamazu5461 3 жыл бұрын

Extremely helpful. Cheers.

@MatthewStratton 3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

@tearitloosetearitloose4670 4 жыл бұрын

Great stuff man.. Just subscribed...

@MatthewStratton 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome, thank you!

@cresshead 4 жыл бұрын

i have a behringer UMC204HD, had inserts, midi in and out, runs on usb, line and instrument on each channel, phantom pawer, pads and sep headphone vol control... amazing unit. Has MIDAS pre amps.

@MatthewStratton 4 жыл бұрын

That's really cool that it has inserts built into it.

@THEKINGOCAESAR 4 жыл бұрын

Great informational video bro good work.

@MatthewStratton 4 жыл бұрын

Appreciate it 🙂

@OhYaTona94 3 жыл бұрын

@@MatthewStratton Hey mate, I'm a sound editing beginner and have been enjoying your videos. I was curious if I need an audio interface while using my mpk mini play with mpc beats as I'm using a Mac not windows I was wondering if the disadvantages still apply?

@Keviandra 4 жыл бұрын

Nice, I learned a lot as a newbie

@MatthewStratton 4 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear it

@djvirusspreading 4 жыл бұрын

Cool video 👏👏

@MatthewStratton 4 жыл бұрын

Appreciate you.

@Leibnitz1993 3 жыл бұрын

So so so helpful

@MatthewStratton 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@capeheartriz 4 жыл бұрын

informative....setting up the software is the issue for newbie's....must be a million videos on the hardware but that's the simple part.....

@mtnguyen1696 4 жыл бұрын

what advantages to have this between an audio line level in from mixer and a computer sound card and on to vmix software for live stream? Can you help me understand if any benefits for this route?

@rendermanpro 4 жыл бұрын

Not clear if is it specific reason to buy second one "3rdgen" and why you need it if you have Zoom 12 channels? Is this one better? That black glossy plastic - they need to include microfiber cloth to clean it up (I just have those black glossy design)

@JosesGarage101 3 жыл бұрын

Lets say you like to record a video for example a violin or guitar solo from the focusrite into an ipad or iphone and you like to have a bit of reverb in the sound you need a mixer table is that possible to connect and record it?

@j.r.worley6981 4 жыл бұрын

I have a Boss BR1600. How do I hook up a focusrite to my laptop via my BR1600 so I will still have my effects from my BR1600

@meteothenioux7857 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you great video sorry I'm French; I have a question I play music on an iPad (nobody is perfect) how to connect my iPad to the foscurite box to have a sound without crackling because by connecting to a microphone output of the computer the sound is very bad have you a solution for me

@Abaggie81 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks again

@MatthewStratton 4 жыл бұрын

You're welcome.

@mjrybread 3 жыл бұрын

mark reiber 1 minute ago can i run a cord from my amp headphone output strait to my inst input on my focusrite

@BillCraft777 2 жыл бұрын

Can I hook up studio speakers thru the focusrite 2i2 and somehow use it for Bluetooth audio?

@arthurdduda63 3 жыл бұрын

Very cool

@MatthewStratton 3 жыл бұрын

💯

@dj_ath 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@MatthewStratton 4 жыл бұрын

You're welcome

@bubinga_basher 4 жыл бұрын

It’s something that’s sitting on my desk, as I haven’t figured it out. I’m still making crappy drum cover on an EAD10. I have a Focusrite 18i20 3rd gen. I also have a Model 24. I can hear my drums through the headphones, but can’t get it to record. Please do a step by step vid on recording drums. Even better, on how to make drum covers. And if you want to be an all star, show how to do a drum cover with video.

@deantello9179 4 жыл бұрын

Can you use an external microphone preamp with the mpc x ???

@henryle3281 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Matt, if I have a USB mixer Yamaha MG 12XU, is it worth to invest an extra Audio Interface to record music? Or Is it just a waste of money? Thanks 🙏

@vccambridge3318 4 жыл бұрын

I love your content bro👍

@MatthewStratton 4 жыл бұрын

I appreciate that, more in the works. 👍

@vccambridge3318 4 жыл бұрын

@@MatthewStratton Can't wait😢

@vindigo47 3 жыл бұрын

bro u did a great job explaining this vid....but i am 100% confused, i dont even know if i NEED this XD im so new to all this. All i have is a laptop speakers and a AKAI MPK3 Mini thats it. Do i Need this? O.o

@paulallen4641 Жыл бұрын

How do you record multiple vocal tracks using the Audio Interface?

@easycharlie6739 Жыл бұрын

Great advice. This is really intimidating, but; at the same time lots of fun. I've learned more about my interface by just experimenting rather than relying solely on the user manual.

@SaviorGuru Жыл бұрын

I need a basic audio interface which accepts two inputs from two different PCs so I can use 1 set of speakers for both PCs, any suggestions?

@92housestyle 2 жыл бұрын

I wonder if you can help me sir, im a dj wanting to record high quality mixes, i have a Denon prime 2 all in one mixer which is connected from the master to 2 Lioneer monitors via xlr, i also have 2 rca stereo outs and two booth outs xlr, i have a scarlett 2i2 and am wondering the best way to record my mixes via Audacity or whatever software you reccomend. Amy help would be greatly received..Thanks

@beccaburnmusic 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this - helpful! Just about to purchase one I think. Do you have any videos on live-streaming music (vocals and guitar) using an interface like this? How can I EQ it? Thanks! X b

@MatthewStratton 4 жыл бұрын

Hello. I don't have any videos about this yet.

@reyspyder357 3 жыл бұрын

I bought a yamaha ag06 and the scarlett should I return the yamaha?

@nathancobel7026 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Matthew, what's the difference between MIDI cable and the instrument cable (like the guitar one you showed in this video)?

@MatthewStratton 3 жыл бұрын

MIDI cable transfers MIDI data only, no audio. Instrument cable transfers an audio signal for instruments.

@FVCGVIDEO 3 жыл бұрын

Can I use this in a macbook air?

@ThiagoRiosDrums 4 жыл бұрын

I bought this version few weeks ago but my interface just working like stereo, the left channel sounds only in the left side and right channel only in the right side. Do you know what's happening? I'm trying to use this interface for livestream in my iPhone.

@ferdinandsanchez7040 4 жыл бұрын

on the front there is a switch direct monitor

@Time-Shepherd. 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers 🙏🤠👍👍👍👍👍

@debalenalang09 2 жыл бұрын

i see a setup where a mixer is connected to an audio interface. Can a mixer just go straight to computer? What's the purpose of the audio interface there?

@boom6578 4 жыл бұрын

hey man I really wanna start live streaming some beatmaking. I have an MPC live and XLR microphone, would a Scarlett 18i8 allow me to do so?

@MatthewStratton 4 жыл бұрын

Yes. You need to make sure you have enough inputs. If all you needed was stereo out of the MPC and the Microphone then the Scarlett 4i4 would do it: amzn.to/2BYMidt . If you want to add other things like more synths and more outputs from the MPC then more inputs is the way to go.

@mrboogy1 3 жыл бұрын

Hello I'm very new to music production...I currently have MPK mini and using mpc beats on a computer....I do not have a microphone or audio interface...cuz I have my hands full with learning the program... my question is.. Do I need an audio interface? Or does the mpc beats comes with?

@MatthewStratton 3 жыл бұрын

If you are getting by right now without one and you don’t need to record any vocals or instruments then you probably don’t need one right now. There will likely be a time when you want to record a vocals or instruments or connect studio monitors up. Then you will need one to get a good strong audio signal in and out of your computer.

@AGBAK 4 жыл бұрын

Greetings Matthew, Thanks for the video. In my setup, I’m using the Akai MPC X and I want to record vocals via the audio tracks. I purchased the MXL Mics 770 Cardioid Condenser Microphone and I am using an XLR Female to 1/4 Inch 6.35mm TRS Plug Balanced Interconnect Cable, XLR to Quarter inch Patch Cable to plug into input 1 (rear) of the MPC X. I connected and plugged in the microphone, switched on the phantom power and I’m not getting a signal on the MPC X meters or sounds out of my monitors. I’m wondering, after watching your video, should I get an audio interface? Please advise. Thank you.

@MatthewStratton 4 жыл бұрын

You likely need a XLR to XLR cable to use the phantom power on the MPC X as I don't believe the 1/4" jack on the MPC X sends phantom power. You do not need another interface. I have successfully recording into the MPC X using a condenser mic using phantom power with the XLR M to XLR F cable like this: amzn.to/30DZrmE

@AGBAK 4 жыл бұрын

Matthew Stratton Thanks for the response Matthew. I also have a cable like the one you recommended but the MPC X doesn’t have XLR input. That’s why I decided to use the 1/4 inch connector on the XLR Mic cable. At your earliest convenience, can you do a quick video on microphone connections to the MPC X please. Thank you for your help. Peace ✌🏾

@MatthewStratton 4 жыл бұрын

There are two xlr inputs on the back of the MPC X. They are combo inputs meaning you can plug quarter inch cables into the same input as well. Try plugging your XLR cable into one if those inputs, there are 2 of them.

@AGBAK 4 жыл бұрын

Matthew Stratton Thanks Man!!! 👊🏾 I’m learning more and more about this instrument. This is clever how Akai did this. I totally overlooked this feature.

@eee32mmm 4 жыл бұрын

Will this work with 2 turntables and a mixer...I want to record but be able to listen to play back without losing recording levels....I'm new to audio interfaces.

@MatthewStratton 4 жыл бұрын

You can send a line out of your mixer and record into the computer with an audio interface like this. Your mixer likely has a "line" level out. So just make sure the audio interface you get has a "line" level input, preferably 2 line level inputs so you can record stereo from your mixer.

@voidos8490 3 жыл бұрын

I`m pretty new to audio interfaces so this is probably going to be a noob question. will an audio interface improve the audio quality of my cheap mic that has mic interference?

@MatthewStratton 3 жыл бұрын

If your mic is a USB mic and has no way of connecting to an audio interface, then, an audio interface will not help.

@RandyReviews1990 3 жыл бұрын

a lot of these pro's are promoting the hell out the scarlett 2i2!

@MatthewStratton 3 жыл бұрын

I've used it for years and it has held up, my Scarlett 2i2 1st generation still works too.

@imasnnake7254 3 жыл бұрын

When i plug my condenser mic straight into the pc and use it without interface i hear hissing noise, what does the interface do to my microphone? i just want clear sounding for vocals

@MatthewStratton 3 жыл бұрын

It depends on the mic you have. Condenser mics usually run on phantom power. For example the rode nt1 needs phantom power and if you try to plug it into the computer directly it will not work properly. The audio interface in the video provides phantom power and the ability to control the gain of the mic to get a proper signal for recording.

@imasnnake7254 3 жыл бұрын

@@MatthewStratton im using the bm 800

@imasnnake7254 3 жыл бұрын

@@MatthewStratton so i should get a audio interface?

@brianchild3242 4 жыл бұрын

Is a Lexicon Alpha an audio interface that I can use?

@MatthewStratton 4 жыл бұрын

Yes. I used to use it many years ago.

@A1lebrun 3 жыл бұрын

Is the Audio Interface needed to use your headphones on MPC?

@MatthewStratton 3 жыл бұрын

If you have a hardware MPC like the MPC X you can use the headphone jack on there when in controller mode if you want.

@hlahla9479 2 жыл бұрын

never give up

@stu13th 4 жыл бұрын

Does this have a on/off switch??????????

@MatthewStratton 4 жыл бұрын

No, this one does not.

@johanaziz 4 жыл бұрын

Help a noob. Why would we plug a mic into an audio interface instead of straight into computer’s mic input?

@ambrushadam 4 жыл бұрын

Most quality mics use XLR cables, and you need an audio interface with XLR inputs to connect to it. Also the audio quality is bumped up alot, and you can use condenser mics (which require electricity through the XLR cable provided from the audio interface).