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Topic: Quick question about audio interfaces |
JB Bobbitt
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California, USA
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Posted 23 May 2021 10:23 am |
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I want to experiment with various configurations of lap steel construction and set up. On the cheap. With materials on hand.
I just want to goof around with different configurations, record the waveform. I have Audacity software.
The Q: are the cheap audio interfaces workable for this?
e.g.: BEHRINGER Audio Interface, 1x XLR/TRS 1x 1/4" 2X RCA USB, Black, 1-Channel (UM2). $45.00
versus:
MOTU UltraLite-mk5 18x22 USB Audio Interface. $599
Thanks a heap
-jbb
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Justin Emmert
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Greensboro, NC
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Posted 23 May 2021 12:04 pm
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| Not sure about the Behringer, but a Focusrite Scarlett Solo is only $120 and they are tried and true. I have to think it’s worth it to spend a little extra for what I would arguably say is the industry standard. I have not found a good argument for stepping up to a $500 interface. |
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Jack Stoner
From:
Kansas City, MO
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Posted 23 May 2021 12:17 pm
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The MOTU 4pre I have for sale on the forum and the free Cakewalk by Bandlab and you will have a very good home recording studio. I'm still downsizing or wouldn't be selling it. I'm selling the 4pre with 4 analog preamps (the Mk5 only has two) for half the price.
https://bb.steelguitarforum.com/viewtopic.php?t=370098
I'm not a Focusrite fan. I've had a couple, including a second gen Scarlett, and sold them. Latency is much higher than MOTU and sound fidelit8y is not as good as MOTU. |
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Fred Treece
From:
California, USA
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Posted 23 May 2021 1:36 pm
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If you are just testing waveforms, you probably don’t need multiple inputs, so a Focusrite solo should do. I have had no latency issues with mine.
On the other hand, that is a great deal for that MOTU Jack has for sale. |
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