{"id":10304,"date":"2022-09-03T18:43:36","date_gmt":"2022-09-03T17:43:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/?p=10304"},"modified":"2023-06-11T17:37:53","modified_gmt":"2023-06-11T16:37:53","slug":"audio-interface-professional-studios-use","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/audio-interface-professional-studios-use","title":{"rendered":"What Audio Interface Do Professional Studios Use?"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>img#mv-trellis-img-1::before{padding-top:64.285714285714%; }img#mv-trellis-img-1{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-2::before{padding-top:64.285714285714%; }img#mv-trellis-img-2{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-3::before{padding-top:64.285714285714%; }img#mv-trellis-img-3{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-4::before{padding-top:64.285714285714%; }img#mv-trellis-img-4{display:block;}<\/style>\n<p><strong>Most professional studios do not actually use all-in-one off-the-shelf audio interfaces. Instead, they use different combinations of standalone equipment with the features found inside an interface. Any audio interfaces you find in a professional studio tend to be high-end and offer many additional features.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Audio Interfaces In Professional Studios<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A Lot of times, Larger studios don&rsquo;t use audio interfaces, at least not in the same way home studios might.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In reality, audio interfaces are just an &ldquo;all-in-one&rdquo; solution that packages up a few common audio circuits into one convenient box.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Still, you can also find these same circuits being sold as independent units.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Its a lot more common to find large professional studios that use different combinations of these standalone circuits, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Preamps<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Digital to analog converters<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Analog to digital converters<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Gain stages<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Monitor controllers<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Plus more!<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These are configured similarly to what&rsquo;s happening inside an &ldquo;all-in-one&rdquo; interface.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This technique tends to be the most expensive. However, it provides a level of control and versatility that other solutions simply can not offer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I will say, though, that for the most part, this is total overkill for a home recording studio setup, and a standard audio interface will be more than enough.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What Is The Industry Standard Audio Interface?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There is no one-size-fits-all answer to this question, as the industry standard audio interface will vary depending on the specific needs of your studio.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, some of the most popular audio interfaces used in professional studios include the&nbsp;<strong>Universal Audio Apollo<\/strong>, the&nbsp;<strong>Focusrite Scarlett<\/strong>, and the&nbsp;<strong>RME Babyface Pro<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Before we look at some audio interface options later in this article, and some tips on choosing one, let&rsquo;s first look at why an audio interface is needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why Do You Need An Audio Interface In A Studio?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/RME-Babyface-Pro-Audio-Interface-and-cables.jpg\" alt=\"RME Babyface Pro Audio Interface and cables\" class=\"wp-image-10190\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/RME-Babyface-Pro-Audio-Interface-and-cables.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/RME-Babyface-Pro-Audio-Interface-and-cables-300x193.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/RME-Babyface-Pro-Audio-Interface-and-cables-335x215.jpg 335w, https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/RME-Babyface-Pro-Audio-Interface-and-cables-347x223.jpg 347w, https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/RME-Babyface-Pro-Audio-Interface-and-cables-520x334.jpg 520w, https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/RME-Babyface-Pro-Audio-Interface-and-cables-640x411.jpg 640w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"eager\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"450\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20700%20450'%3E%3Crect%20width='700'%20height='450'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"RME Babyface Pro Audio Interface and cables\" class=\"wp-image-10190 eager-load\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/RME-Babyface-Pro-Audio-Interface-and-cables.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-1\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/RME-Babyface-Pro-Audio-Interface-and-cables.jpg.webp\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/RME-Babyface-Pro-Audio-Interface-and-cables.jpg.webp 700w, https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/RME-Babyface-Pro-Audio-Interface-and-cables-300x193.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/RME-Babyface-Pro-Audio-Interface-and-cables-335x215.jpg.webp 335w, https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/RME-Babyface-Pro-Audio-Interface-and-cables-347x223.jpg.webp 347w, https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/RME-Babyface-Pro-Audio-Interface-and-cables-520x334.jpg.webp 520w, https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/RME-Babyface-Pro-Audio-Interface-and-cables-640x411.jpg.webp 640w\" data-svg=\"1\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>First and foremost, it&rsquo;s essential to understand what an audio interface is and what it&rsquo;s used for.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An audio interface is a device that allows you to connect musical instruments and other audio devices to your computer.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This way, you can record and playback audio on your computer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Various audio interfaces are available on the market, ranging from simple, single-channel devices to more complex, multi-channel units.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The type of audio interface you need will depend on your studio&rsquo;s specific recording and playback needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Best Audio Interface For Professional Recording Studio<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Smaller Professional Studios<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Professional-Home-Studio.jpg\" alt=\"Professional Home Studio\" class=\"wp-image-10418\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Professional-Home-Studio.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Professional-Home-Studio-300x193.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Professional-Home-Studio.jpg.webp\" alt=\"Professional Home Studio\" class=\"wp-image-10418 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Professional-Home-Studio.jpg.webp 700w, https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Professional-Home-Studio-300x193.jpg.webp 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Professional-Home-Studio.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-2\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Universal audio Is an absolute must-have for smaller studios.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is because Universal Audio is well known for making some of the best VST plugins on the market. To run these plugins, you need to own a Universal Audio Interface.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When I say some of the best plugins on the market, I mean it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;They make many highly accurate analog emulations.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Due to the nature of analog VS digital, these emulations take a lot of computing power to run. So what Universal audio did essentially was to build a super-fast minicomputer (<strong>called a DSP processor<\/strong>) inside their audio interfaces.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So when you use a Universal Audio plugin, it gets offloaded to the processor in the interface, leaving your main computer free to do what it usually does and run your DAW\/instruments\/everything else.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is mainly popular in smaller studios because larger, more established studios tend already to own a lot of these analog hardware units that Universal Audio is trying to emulate, so there is no need for them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Mid-Sized Professional Studios<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Small-Professional-Studio.jpg\" alt=\"Small Professional Studio\" class=\"wp-image-10416\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Small-Professional-Studio.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Small-Professional-Studio-300x193.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Small-Professional-Studio.jpg.webp\" alt=\"Small Professional Studio\" class=\"wp-image-10416 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Small-Professional-Studio.jpg.webp 700w, https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Small-Professional-Studio-300x193.jpg.webp 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Small-Professional-Studio.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-3\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>This is where you will see a lot of brand names known in the home studio\/budget market. Brands like&nbsp;<strong>Antelope audio<\/strong>,&nbsp;<strong>Focusrite<\/strong>,&nbsp;<strong>Avid<\/strong>, and&nbsp;<strong>RME<\/strong>&nbsp;are a few.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A mid-sized studio will often have one of their flagship boxes, usually with at least&nbsp;<strong>16&times;16 channels of in\/out<\/strong>, respectively.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Common features for an interface at this price point include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Phantom power<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>MIDI I\/O<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Built-in preamp<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Amazing audio quality<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>It&rsquo;s hard to say which is the &ldquo;best&rdquo; because it will come down to your specific needs as a studio.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The main thing you want to look for is&nbsp;<strong>low latency performance<\/strong>&nbsp;and stability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Latency<\/strong>&nbsp;is the time it takes for the signal to travel from your input (microphone\/guitar\/etc.), through the interface, and out to your monitors.)<\/li><li><strong>Stability<\/strong>&nbsp;refers to the drivers (the software that allows the hardware to communicate with your computer).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What To Look For In A USB Audio Interface<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When choosing an audio interface for your professional recording studio, remember a few things.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>First, you&rsquo;ll want to make sure that the audio interface has&nbsp;<strong>enough audio input and outputs<\/strong>&nbsp;for all of your music production equipment.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You&rsquo;ll also want to ensure that the audio interface is compatible with your DAW(Ableton, Studio One, FL Studio, etc.)&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, you&rsquo;ll want to ensure the audio interface has the features you need.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How Do I Choose An Audio Interface?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When choosing an audio interface, it&rsquo;s essential to consider the specific needs of your studio.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some factors to consider include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>The type of audio devices you plan on connecting<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>The number of channels you need<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Your budget<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>A lot of the time, the main difference between a budget interface and a mid-priced one is the quality of the mic preamp.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So if you plan on doing a lot of recording and need a high-quality mic preamp, you might want to look into something a bit more expensive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Mic Preamps<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>An audio interface typically contains one or more mic preamps.&nbsp;<strong>The mic preamp is responsible for boosting the signal from your microphone or instrument<\/strong>&nbsp;so that it can be appropriately converted into digital form by the&nbsp;<strong>ADC<\/strong>&nbsp;(analog-to-digital converter).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mic Preamps can vary widely in terms of sound quality&mdash;the better the preamp, the better the overall sound quality of your recordings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Analog To Digital Converters(ADC)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The ADC is responsible for converting the analog signal from your microphone preamp or instrument into digital form,<\/strong>&nbsp;so your computer can process it.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The digital converter&rsquo;s quality will directly impact the audio quality of your home recording.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Digital-To-Analog Converters (DACs)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>DACs are responsible for converting the digital signal from your computer into an analog form so that it can be amplified and played back through speakers or headphone output.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How To Choose The Right Audio Interface?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that you know what to look for in an audio interface, you&rsquo;ll need to choose the right one for your recording studio.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The first step is to determine your budget. Once you&rsquo;ve done that, you can start looking at different audio interfaces. You&rsquo;ll want to read reviews and compare prices before making your final decision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Do I Need An Audio Interface For Studio Monitors?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Do-You-Need-An-Audio-Interface-For-Studio-Monitors.jpg\" alt=\"Do You Need An Audio Interface For Studio Monitors\" class=\"wp-image-7079\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Do-You-Need-An-Audio-Interface-For-Studio-Monitors.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Do-You-Need-An-Audio-Interface-For-Studio-Monitors-300x193.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Do-You-Need-An-Audio-Interface-For-Studio-Monitors.jpg.webp\" alt=\"Do You Need An Audio Interface For Studio Monitors\" class=\"wp-image-7079 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Do-You-Need-An-Audio-Interface-For-Studio-Monitors.jpg.webp 700w, https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Do-You-Need-An-Audio-Interface-For-Studio-Monitors-300x193.jpg.webp 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Do-You-Need-An-Audio-Interface-For-Studio-Monitors.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-4\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>In most cases, yes.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you plan on using a studio monitor in your studio, you will need an audio interface that can connect to your monitors.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some audio interfaces even come with built-in amplification, making them ideal for use with studio monitors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Is An Audio Interface Necessary For Home Studio?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While an audio interface is not strictly necessary for a home studio, it will significantly improve the sound quality of your home recording.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An audio interface will also allow you to connect a broader range of audio devices to your computer through MIDI I\/O or the line input.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Are High-End Audio Interfaces Worth It?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This is a difficult question to answer, as the value of a high-end audio interface will vary depending on the specific needs of your studio.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In general, high-end audio interfaces offer better sound quality and lower latency than their budget-priced counterparts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What Does An Audio Interface Do?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>An audio interface is a device that allows you to connect musical instruments and other audio devices to your computer.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This way, you can record and playback audio on your computer. Audio interfaces vary in terms of features and price. Still, all offer a way to improve the sound quality of your recordings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How Much Should I Spend On An Audio Interface?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Again, this is another difficult question to answer, as the amount you should spend on an audio interface will vary.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Generally, you can expect to spend anywhere from $100 to $1000 on an audio interface.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Do I Really Need A Mic Preamp In My Studio To Make A Good Record?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A mic preamp is unnecessary in your studio if you have a good audio interface. However, a mic preamp can help you get the most out of your studio microphones.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have a professional recording studio, a mic preamp will allow you to connect your studio microphones to your audio interface.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Best Audio Interfaces For Home And Professional Studios<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The following audio interfaces are some of my top picks for home studios.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I have tried to select a variety of interfaces to fit different budgets and needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Focusrite Scarlett 2i2<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">\n    <a data-amazonimages=\"\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 3rd Gen USB Audio Interface for Recording, Songwriting, Streaming and Podcasting &mdash; High-Fidelity, Studio Quality Recording, and All the Software You Need to Record\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07QR73T66\/?tag=homemusicmake-20\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/31ppmlv0X8L._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 3rd Gen USB Audio Interface for Recording, Songwriting, Streaming and Podcasting &mdash; High-Fidelity, Studio Quality Recording, and All the Software You Need to Record\" title=\"Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 3rd Gen USB Audio Interface for Recording, Songwriting, Streaming and Podcasting &mdash; High-Fidelity, Studio Quality Recording, and All the Software You Need to Record\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large aligncenter lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/31ppmlv0X8L._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 3rd Gen USB Audio Interface for Recording, Songwriting, Streaming and Podcasting &mdash; High-Fidelity, Studio Quality Recording, and All the Software You Need to Record\" title=\"Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 3rd Gen USB Audio Interface for Recording, Songwriting, Streaming and Podcasting &mdash; High-Fidelity, Studio Quality Recording, and All the Software You Need to Record\" data-mvt-skip=\"src\" loading=\"lazy\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/a>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Focusrite-Scarlett-Audio-Interface-Tools\/dp\/B07QR73T66?crid=3602X5GL62RM3&amp;keywords=Focusrite+Scarlett+2i2&amp;qid=1662220525&amp;sprefix=focusrite+scarlett+2i2%2Caps%2C124&amp;sr=8-5&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=homemusicmake-20&amp;linkId=07e0f860485f9839539a8a9983a8711c&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Focusrite Scarlett 2i2<\/a> is an excellent option for home studios on a budget.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&rsquo;s a simple interface with<strong>&nbsp;two inputs&nbsp;<\/strong>and&nbsp;<strong>two outputs<\/strong>, making it perfect for recording one or two tracks simultaneously.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&rsquo;s a fantastic starter interface and is popular among home studios for its low price and high performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Focusrite Scarlett 18i8<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">\n    <a data-amazonimages=\"\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Focusrite Scarlett 18i8 3rd Gen USB Audio Interface, for Producers, Musicians, Bands, Content Creators &mdash; High-Fidelity, Studio Quality Recording, and All the Software You Need to Record\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07QQ2YTHN\/?tag=homemusicmake-20\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41bOvlAXiRS._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"Focusrite Scarlett 18i8 3rd Gen USB Audio Interface, for Producers, Musicians, Bands, Content Creators &mdash; High-Fidelity, Studio Quality Recording, and All the Software You Need to Record\" title=\"Focusrite Scarlett 18i8 3rd Gen USB Audio Interface, for Producers, Musicians, Bands, Content Creators &mdash; High-Fidelity, Studio Quality Recording, and All the Software You Need to Record\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large aligncenter lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41bOvlAXiRS._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"Focusrite Scarlett 18i8 3rd Gen USB Audio Interface, for Producers, Musicians, Bands, Content Creators &mdash; High-Fidelity, Studio Quality Recording, and All the Software You Need to Record\" title=\"Focusrite Scarlett 18i8 3rd Gen USB Audio Interface, for Producers, Musicians, Bands, Content Creators &mdash; High-Fidelity, Studio Quality Recording, and All the Software You Need to Record\" data-mvt-skip=\"src\" loading=\"lazy\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/a>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Focusrite-Scarlett-Audio-Interface-Tools\/dp\/B07QQ2YTHN?crid=RVI4F53PQTGM&amp;keywords=Focusrite+Scarlett+18i8&amp;qid=1662220770&amp;sprefix=focusrite+scarlett+18i8%2Caps%2C170&amp;sr=8-3&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=homemusicmake-20&amp;linkId=09cccdfb7ce9ded42e4188346cb227cc&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Focusrite Scarlett 18i8<\/a> is a great option for those who want a more advanced interface.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&rsquo;s a larger interface with&nbsp;<strong>eight inputs&nbsp;<\/strong>and&nbsp;<strong>eight outputs<\/strong>, making it perfect for recording multiple tracks at the same time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Universal Audio Apollo Twin MKII<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">\n    <a data-amazonimages=\"\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Universal Audio Apollo Twin MKII Duo (APLTWDII)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B01N9MWJKH\/?tag=homemusicmake-20\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/51MoSjbAwdL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"Universal Audio Apollo Twin MKII Duo (APLTWDII)\" title=\"Universal Audio Apollo Twin MKII Duo (APLTWDII)\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large aligncenter lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/51MoSjbAwdL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"Universal Audio Apollo Twin MKII Duo (APLTWDII)\" title=\"Universal Audio Apollo Twin MKII Duo (APLTWDII)\" data-mvt-skip=\"src\" loading=\"lazy\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/a>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Universal <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Universal-Audio-Apollo-Twin-APLTWDII\/dp\/B01N9MWJKH?crid=27DIP46SWM5LL&amp;keywords=Universal+Audio+Apollo+Twin+MKII&amp;qid=1662220854&amp;sprefix=universal+audio+apollo+twin+mkii%2Caps%2C189&amp;sr=8-5&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=homemusicmake-20&amp;linkId=4995b1d25b1687771ae4ed783983f511&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Audio Apollo Twin MKII<\/a> is the perfect audio interface for those who want to record high-quality audio.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It has&nbsp;<strong>two inputs&nbsp;<\/strong>and&nbsp;<strong>two outputs<\/strong>, allowing you to connect two microphones or instruments at once.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The interface also has a headphone output to monitor your recordings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Native Instruments Komplete Audio 6<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">\n    <a data-amazonimages=\"\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Native Instruments Komplete Audio 6 Mk2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07RQ9VH34\/?tag=homemusicmake-20\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/31qdPPgt6nL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"Native Instruments Komplete Audio 6 Mk2\" title=\"Native Instruments Komplete Audio 6 Mk2\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large aligncenter lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/31qdPPgt6nL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"Native Instruments Komplete Audio 6 Mk2\" title=\"Native Instruments Komplete Audio 6 Mk2\" data-mvt-skip=\"src\" loading=\"lazy\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/a>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Native-Instruments-Komplete-Audio-Mk2\/dp\/B07RQ9VH34?crid=1ZB64MKJ4SZ7B&amp;keywords=Native+Instruments+Komplete+Audio+6&amp;qid=1662220976&amp;sprefix=native+instruments+komplete+audio+6%2Caps%2C184&amp;sr=8-1&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=homemusicmake-20&amp;linkId=cf751e8eb6065cc152b83acf3604e94a&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Komplete Audio 6<\/a> from Native Instruments is a fantastic audio interface for anyone interested in recording and producing music.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The unit is well built and has a great feature set, including&nbsp;<strong>four inputs<\/strong>,&nbsp;<strong>two outputs<\/strong>, and&nbsp;<strong>MIDI I\/O<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The audio quality is excellent, and the unit has a good selection of software to get you started.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Steinberg UR22MKII<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">\n    <a data-amazonimages=\"\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Steinberg UR22MKII 2-Channel USB Interface\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B017MVUAHM\/?tag=homemusicmake-20\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41Ooi21BM0L._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"Steinberg UR22MKII 2-Channel USB Interface\" title=\"Steinberg UR22MKII 2-Channel USB Interface\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large aligncenter lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41Ooi21BM0L._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"Steinberg UR22MKII 2-Channel USB Interface\" title=\"Steinberg UR22MKII 2-Channel USB Interface\" data-mvt-skip=\"src\" loading=\"lazy\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/a>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Steinberg-UR22MKII-2-Channel-USB-Interface\/dp\/B017MVUAHM?crid=M3565X026MLA&amp;keywords=Steinberg+UR22+mkII&amp;qid=1662221079&amp;sprefix=steinberg+ur22+mkii%2Caps%2C119&amp;sr=8-1&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=homemusicmake-20&amp;linkId=acd0c5a4b8e8cf6c7ef47823ed895f17&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Steinberg UR22MKII<\/a> is an excellent budget interface.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&rsquo;s simple to use and sounds great.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The only downside is that it doesn&rsquo;t have any Thunderbolt support, so if you&rsquo;re looking to use it with a Mac, you&rsquo;re out of luck.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>RME Babyface Pro FS<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">\n    <a data-amazonimages=\"\" target=\"_self\" title=\"RME Audio Interface (BABYFACEPROFS)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B083Q4VK6Y\/?tag=homemusicmake-20\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41IMP1DNPrL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"RME Audio Interface (BABYFACEPROFS)\" title=\"RME Audio Interface (BABYFACEPROFS)\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large aligncenter lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41IMP1DNPrL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"RME Audio Interface (BABYFACEPROFS)\" title=\"RME Audio Interface (BABYFACEPROFS)\" data-mvt-skip=\"src\" loading=\"lazy\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/a>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, we have the audio interface I use in my studio, and I love it! The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/RME-BABYFACEPROFS-Audio-Interface\/dp\/B083Q4VK6Y?crid=AZBSA0VNYQSP&amp;keywords=RME+Babyface+Pro+FS&amp;qid=1662221165&amp;sprefix=rme+babyface+pro+fs%2Caps%2C136&amp;sr=8-1&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=homemusicmake-20&amp;linkId=91c4e63759bb3a480aa846565f158267&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">RME Babyface Pro FS<\/a>. With its<strong>&nbsp;twelve I\/O&nbsp;<\/strong>(24 channels in total) and&nbsp;<strong>mic\/instrument preamps<\/strong>, you are never short of channels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It looks incredible and is manufactured out of a single aluminum block.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On top of this, you get the TotalMix FX software and Digicheck spectrum analyzer, which are market leading.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I can&rsquo;t recommend the Babyface pro enough in a home or professional studio.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Its downside is it&rsquo;s not cheap! But you definitely get what you pay for!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Final Words<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There isn&rsquo;t just one go-to interface for professional studios.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Which is best will vary depending on your specific needs in music production.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are also quite a few aspects that should be considered when choosing an audio interface for your needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This piece of gear can be complex, but hopefully, now you should be well on your way to understanding how to find the best audio interface for professional studios.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:25px\"><strong>Click here for an in-depth rundown of <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/best-sound-cards-for-music-production\"><strong>our top audio interfaces<\/strong><\/a><strong>.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Most professional studios do not actually use all-in-one off-the-shelf audio interfaces. Instead, they use different combinations of standalone equipment with the features found inside an interface. 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