What does 'latency' mean in the context of a USB audio interface?

Latency is the delay between when a sound is produced (like singing into a microphone) and when it's heard through your headphones or speakers. Lower latency is crucial for comfortable recording and monitoring.

How many inputs do I really need in a USB audio interface?

Consider what you’ll be recording simultaneously. A solo artist might be fine with two inputs (one mic, one instrument), while a band recording drums will need significantly more.

What is the difference between 'phantom power' and why would I need it?

Phantom power provides the necessary voltage to power condenser microphones, which require external power to operate. Dynamic microphones typically don't need phantom power.

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Presonus Quantum HD2

USB Audio Interfaces

$494

20 x 24 USB 2.0 Audio Interface with USB-C Connection, Conversion with up to 32-bit/192 kHz, Two...

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Presonus Quantum ES4

USB Audio Interfaces

$307

*Note:* If the USB-C port to which the interface is connected does not provide sufficient power (5 V DC / 2.6 A), an...

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Presonus Quantum ES2

USB Audio Interfaces

$215

2 x 2 USB 2.0 Audio Interface with USB-C Connection, Conversion with up to 24-bit/192 kHz, Two...

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Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 3rd Headphone Bdl

USB Audio Interfaces

$186

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Reloop Flux Bag Bag Bundle

USB Audio Interfaces

$444

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Audient ORIA

USB Audio Interfaces

$3,431

USB 2.0 immersive audio interface and monitor controller with USB-C connection, Supports up to 9.1.6...

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Roland Bridge Cast X

USB Audio Interfaces

$494

Dual Bus Audio Mixer und Video Streaming Schnittstelle, Professional interface for online gamers,...

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ESI Amber i1

USB Audio Interfaces

$142

USB 3.1 Audio Interface with USB-C Connection, 2 Input and output channels with 24 bit / 192 kHz, Dynamic...

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Heritage Audio i73 Pro 2

USB Audio Interfaces

$875

2 x 4 USB 2.0 Audio Interface, 24 Bit / 192 kHz, 2 Input to 4 outputs, two integrated classic...

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Heritage Audio i73 Pro Edge

USB Audio Interfaces

$1,099

12 x 16 USB-C Audio Interface, 32 Bit / 192 kHz, 12 Input to 16 outputs, Integrated,...

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Mackie MainStream

USB Audio Interfaces

$274

Live streaming and video capture interface, Programmable control buttons, HDMI recordings with 1080p...

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MOTU 828 (2024)

USB Audio Interfaces

$1,264

28 x 32 USB 3.1 Audio Interface with USB-C Connection, Resolution: 24 bit / 192 kHz, ESS Sabre32 Ultra...

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Maono Maonocaster AME2

USB Audio Interfaces

$122

Podcast Production Studio, Perfect for recording and streaming podcasts, video chats, etc.,...

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Reloop Flux Case Bundle

USB Audio Interfaces

$450

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Black Lion Audio Revolution 6x6

USB Audio Interfaces

$648

6-Channel USB-C Audio Interface, With word clock and USB OTG function, Stand-Alone DAC...

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IK Multimedia iRig USB

USB Audio Interfaces

$68

USB-C Audio Interface, For Mac, PC, Android and iOS, Converter: 24-bit, 48 kHz, AMP output with...

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Arturia AudioFuse 16Rig

USB Audio Interfaces

$1,264

*Analogue inputs:*, Two Mic / Line / Instrument combo inputs: XLR / 6.3 mm jack, 16 individually switchable line inputs...

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Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen. Mic Bund

USB Audio Interfaces

$284

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Steinberg UR22C Red Recording Pack

USB Audio Interfaces

$244

Audiointerface-Set, Consisting of 2-channel USB 3.0 audio interface with iPad...

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Steinberg UR22C Green

USB Audio Interfaces

$186

2-Channel USB 3.0 Audio Interface with iPad Connectivity, 32-Bit integer / 192 kHz, 2 Class-A...

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Steinberg UR22C Red

USB Audio Interfaces

$186

2-Channel USB 3.0 Audio Interface with iPad Connectivity, 32-Bit integer / 192 kHz, 2 Class-A...

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iConnectivity PlayAUDIO1U

USB Audio Interfaces

$1,326

USB Live Playback audio / MIDI interface, For simultaneous operation on two computers for a...

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SSL 12 Decksaver Bundle

USB Audio Interfaces

$472

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IK Multimedia iRig HD X

USB Audio Interfaces

$120

Audio Interface for Apple iOS devices, Mac and PC, 24 bit / 96 kHz A/D-D/A converter,...

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Shure Motiv MVX2U

USB Audio Interfaces

$153

1-Channel USB-C Audio Interface, XLR to USB-C analog/digital adapter, Suitable for dynamic and...

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Universal Audio Apollo Twin X USB Heritage

USB Audio Interfaces

$989

10 x 6 USB 3.0 Audio Interface, Heritage Edition, With UAD-2 DUO processor...

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Arturia MiniFuse Recording Pack White

USB Audio Interfaces

$318

Recording Pack, Consisting of 2-channel USB 2.0 audio interface with USB-C...

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Arturia MiniFuse Recording Pack Black

USB Audio Interfaces

$318

Recording Pack, Consisting of 2-channel USB 2.0 audio interface with USB-C...

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RME Fireface 802 FS

USB Audio Interfaces

$1,913

60-Channel USB 2.0 Audio Interface, 24-bit / 192 kHz, Built-in DSP mixer with effects section (EQ,...

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Elgato Wave XLR Shure SM 7 B Bundle

USB Audio Interfaces

$714

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Elgato Full XLR Experience HR Bundle

USB Audio Interfaces

$395

, Length: 3 m, XLR 3-pin male < - > XLR 3-pin female, Colour: Black

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Elgato Full XLR Experience LP Bundle

USB Audio Interfaces

$395

, Length: 3 m, XLR 3-pin male < - > XLR 3-pin female, Colour: Black

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Tight AV Dante 2x2 USB 2.0 Adapter

USB Audio Interfaces

$219

Dante to USB 2.0 adapter, For connecting a computer to a Dante network (also...

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Reloop Flux

USB Audio Interfaces

$428

Digital 3-channel USB-C DVS interface for Serato DJ Pro, 24-bit/96 kHz ultra-low latency, Unlocks Serato...

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Focusrite Scarlett 4i4 4th Generation

USB Audio Interfaces

$261

4-Channel USB 2.0 Audio Interface with USB-C Connector, 24-bit / 192 kHz,...

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Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 Studio 4th Gen.

USB Audio Interfaces

$307

Recording Set, Consists of a 2-channel USB 2.0 audio interface + CM25 MkIII...

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Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 4th Generation

USB Audio Interfaces

$197

2-Channel USB 2.0 Audio Interface, 24 Bit / 192 kHz, Focusrite Rednet Series...

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Focusrite Scarlett Solo Studio 4th Gen.

USB Audio Interfaces

$259

Recording Set, Consisting of two-channel USB 2.0 audio interface + CM25 MkIII...

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Focusrite Scarlett Solo 4th Gen

USB Audio Interfaces

$142

Two-Channel USB 2.0 Audio Interface with USB-C Connection, 24-Bit / 192 kHz, Focusrite...

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Zoom UAC-232

USB Audio Interfaces

$183

32 Bit USB 2.0 Audio Interface, 32-bit Float Dual AD converter with maximum 192kHz sample rate, 2...

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Apogee Jam X

USB Audio Interfaces

$208

USB Audio Interface with Integrated Analogue Compressor, 96 kHz / 24 bit PureDIGITAL converter, Built-in...

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ESI U22 XT cosMik Set

USB Audio Interfaces

$101

Complete Recording Set, Consisting of ESI U22 XT audio interface, ESI cosMik 10 studio condenser...

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IK Multimedia AXE I/O One

USB Audio Interfaces

$87

USB 2.0 Audio Interface, Specially designed for guitarists, 24 Bit / 192 kHz converter,...

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RME Fireface UFX III

USB Audio Interfaces

$2,639

USB 3.0 Audio Interface, 188-Channel, 24-bit / 192kHz AD/DA converter, DURec (Direct USB...

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Audient iD24

USB Audio Interfaces

$355

10x In/14x Out Audio Interface, 2 Class-A Audient Console microphone preamps, 1 Discrete JFET instrument...

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Yamaha AG08 WH

USB Audio Interfaces

$488

8-Channel Live Streaming Mixer / USB Audio Interface, 24-bit/48 kHz converter, 5 DSP effects, 6 Buttons...

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Yamaha AG08 BL

USB Audio Interfaces

$505

8-Channel Live Streaming Mixer / USB Audio Interface, 24-bit/48 kHz converter, 5 DSP effects, 6 Buttons...

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RME Digiface AES

USB Audio Interfaces

$2,034

USB 2.0 Audio Interface, 192 kHz, 14 Inputs and 16 outputs, Built-in sample rate converter can be...

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Presonus Quantum HD2

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Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 3rd Headphone Bdl

Reloop Flux Bag Bag Bundle

Audient ORIA

Roland Bridge Cast X

ESI Amber i1

Heritage Audio i73 Pro 2

Heritage Audio i73 Pro Edge

Mackie MainStream

MOTU 828 (2024)

Maono Maonocaster AME2

Reloop Flux Case Bundle

Black Lion Audio Revolution 6x6

IK Multimedia iRig USB

Arturia AudioFuse 16Rig

Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen. Mic Bund

Steinberg UR22C Red Recording Pack

Steinberg UR22C Green

Steinberg UR22C Red

iConnectivity PlayAUDIO1U

SSL 12 Decksaver Bundle

IK Multimedia iRig HD X

Shure Motiv MVX2U

Universal Audio Apollo Twin X USB Heritage

Arturia MiniFuse Recording Pack White

Arturia MiniFuse Recording Pack Black

RME Fireface 802 FS

Elgato Wave XLR Shure SM 7 B Bundle

Elgato Full XLR Experience HR Bundle

Elgato Full XLR Experience LP Bundle

Tight AV Dante 2x2 USB 2.0 Adapter

Reloop Flux

Focusrite Scarlett 4i4 4th Generation

Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 Studio 4th Gen.

Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 4th Generation

Focusrite Scarlett Solo Studio 4th Gen.

Focusrite Scarlett Solo 4th Gen

Zoom UAC-232

Apogee Jam X

ESI U22 XT cosMik Set

IK Multimedia AXE I/O One

RME Fireface UFX III

Audient iD24

Yamaha AG08 WH

Yamaha AG08 BL

RME Digiface AES

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