Modifying your audio gear can be a great way to make it perform to an even higher standard than it already does. Matt Vanacoro found out what Black Lion Audio could do to supercharge his Apollo 8.
So you just know you've got the goods to make hits: you've got the ears, you know the trends, and you've got the nerve. Now you need the gear. Here's why you need an audio interface in your setup.
Adding a dedicated DAC to your listening device can make a world of difference when it comes to audio quality. We couldn't wait to try out the sleek new Spectra from NextDrive.
iConnectivity are aiming to bring their best tech to a new interface that's sturdy, easy to use and very affordable. We got the inside scoop from the company at NAMM.
Focusrite tell us they're on the verge of releasing a Windows driver to provide stable, low-latency operation of Clarett Thunderbolt audio interfaces.Â
If you've been envious of your Mac and iPad friends rocking out with their no noise, portable Apogee JAM 96k audio interfaces and wished there was a version for Windows 10... well there is now!
This new iOS app for iPhone and iPad, Focusrite Control, not only allows you to control interfaces from the Scarlett 6i6, Clarett and RED ranges but it's free too.
M-Audio are one of the most popular audio interface manufacturers. Their latest 2X2 and 2X2M (with MIDI I/O) look set to continue that trend for those running a simple, portable setup on a budget.
RME MADIface Pro is a 136-Channel MADI USB audio and MIDI interface. The follow-up to the successful Babyface Pro, it maintains the aesthetic of its predecessor while pushing the tech boundaries.
There's lots of audio interfaces available for budget and professional musicians, producers and engineers. So, how do you go about choosing the right one for your needs? Joe Albano with the answers.
Focusrite tell us their new dual Thunderbolt 2 audio interface, Red 8Pre, is their 'best interface yet' featuring 16 analog inputs and 18 analog outputs, 8 mic pres and tons of connectivity options.
SSL have announces the new version of their multi-award winning project studio centre piece Nucleus. It's an impressive audio interface, DAW controller and monitoring hub in one.
Apogee have been teasing a new product announcement... and here it is! new Thunderbolt audio interfaces with Ensemble quality at cheaper prices and a new control ecosystem. Sweet!
Universal Audio's Apollo Twin USB audio interface pressed all our buttons when we reviewed it for Mac. Now it and the Satellite USB are available for Windows PC. Matt Vanacoro finds out how it fares.
IK Multimedia tell us their new iRig HD 2 provides plug & play simplicity with 96kHz sound, integrated headphone output, a 1/4" amp out with dual mode switch, plus full AmpliTube versions and more.
Good news if you're tempted to buy an awesome UA Apollo Rackmount Interface. Along with your shiny new interface you can currently pick any Unison Preamp Plug-In for FREE!
The Keith McMillen K-Mix audio interface, programmable mixer, and control surface has just had an update to make it Windows compatible. Read more below.
The new Apogee Symphony I/O KM2 Thunderbolt audio interface doesn't just look, sound and feel great, it's highly configurable and definitely high quality too. Matt Vanacoro got hands on.
Blokas have created pisound, an ultra-low latency high-quality sound card and MIDI interface for Raspberry Pi which you can even run Pure Data patches from.
Antelope Audio suggest their new Zen Tour could be the new King of portable audio interfaces. Matt Vanacoro takes a closer look and puts its claims to the test. Spoiler alert: It very well might be!