audio interface

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    Best performing Minimalistic Audio Interface under 200$?

    Hello My current setup: Topping DX1 -> Hifiman Edition XS, Fifine K669b (USB Mic) Planned Setup: Audio Interface -> Hifiman Edition XS + XLR Microphone (under 200$) My goal: Minimalistic USB only powered Interface with just inputs/outputs for 1 Headphones and 1 XLR Mic, the less of additional...
  2. J

    Make MOTU M6 LINE OUT mirror MONITOR outputs?

    I recently just got myself a MOTU M6 audio interface. I have the following setup: * Synthesizers (Behringer Neutron, Hydrasynth, and Dreadbox Typhon) and Microphone (via Zoom V6 vocal FX pedal) connected to a Mackie Mix-8 mixer. * Output from this mixer goes to LINE IN on my MOTU M6 audio...
  3. O

    Douk U2 DDC versus SMSL PO100

    Hello, I would like to know if any of these two is better than one. My use case for this will be to stream audio from my car Head Unit or from Phone to DSP. Douk Audio doesn't ship to my country and their AliExpress store charges $31 shipping while SMSL PO100 is $20 lower and shipped free...
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    Can home audio speakers handle inputs from instruments?

    I was wondering whether it would be safe to use an audio interface (with an electric guitar or keyboard or microphone plugged in without any EQ or compression) with active or passive home audio speakers such as KEFs or Revels. Speaker companies have told me not to do this multiple times; one of...
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    Audio Interface Decision

    I need help choosing audio interface hardware. Please pardon this repeated discussion request, but there are so many alternatives. I have researched for some time and have learned a lot, but with all the options and no place to go to see devices and discuss with knowledgeable people, I am here...
  6. Exound Pro Audio

    TOPPING's Unusual Take: Keyboard + Audio Interface Hybrid (Unnamed Product)

    Two months have already passed, and nobody has even mentioned this?! Spotted this rather unconventional concept from TOPPING at Music Guangzhou 2025 - they've essentially merged a full mechanical keyboard with what appears to be a E1x2 or E2x2 OTG audio interface. Key features observed...
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    Oscilloscope jagged waveform when setting gains

    I have a Pioneer Gm-D9705 amplifier and I set the gains with multimeter for the first time when installed in my Corolla. There was slight RPM whine which increased when accelerated. Bought an Oscilloscope model DSO153 and tried to reset the gains, the waveform was jagged (front and rear...
  8. IAIxara

    Potentiometers and LR balance issue

    Hi! Long time ASR reader, just freshly registered. I got a Scarlett 2i2 3rd gen long time ago. I'm used to low headphone levels, thus only using like the first 10% of its headphone pots. Unfortunately, the stereo pot is not very well-matched at that range, resulting in a +-1.5dB difference...
  9. snazy514

    Topping E2x2 is there a way to connect two pairs of Headphones?

    Hey, I have an E2x2 and need to record a Podcast for Uni and wanted to know whether I could somehow use the Headphone out + Line out to connect two different pairs of Headphones to this Interface. Very Important --> Would the Monitoring feature even work even if the Line out could also be...
  10. mcdn

    M-Track Solo budget audio interface review

    This is a review and measurements of the M-Audio M-Track Solo audio interface. It is very much a budget offering, costing around $40 on Amazon US. I bought it for myself as a cheap interface for my bass guitar, but as you'll see from the results it can't do that job. On the other hand it is...
  11. S

    audio interface that is up to 1,500 dollars

    I am looking for an audio interface that is up to 1,500 dollars. I need good microphone preamps and high-quality headphone inputs. I would really appreciate your help in finding something that meets my requirements. I apologize for my Eng ;)
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    It is known that the DM1 can reduce the noise floor, is this method feasible for calculating the actual EIN?

    This is my first time measuring such a device, and I hope the following process is correct. If there are any issues, please point them out, and I will correct them. Thank you! I have a Topping E2X2, with an officially specified EIN of -130.5 dBu(A). I fed a known 2 mV signal into the INPUT...
  13. rolltide

    Shure SM7dB Interface Recommendation

    Hello friends - I have a job interview from home on Microsoft Teams in a couple weeks that I'd like to sound my best for, so I need a mic and audio interface to connect to my Mac Studio. If I get the job, I would use the equipment in Teams meetings working from home three days a week (two in...
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    Budget audio interface for measurements?

    Hi! Are budget audio interfaces (like umc22 or 204hd or <$70) suitable for measurement microphones and room correction processes? Budget udio interface + calibrated good mic or just umik1? Btw I don't have any dac, exept cx31993 at the moment.
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    Comparing Entry-Level Audio Interfaces (Topping, Audient, Motu, SSL)

    I'm in the market for an audio interface and after reading too many reviews the standouts in the $200ish range seem to be: Topping Professional E2x2 SSL 2 MK II Audient iD4 Mk2 Motu M2 They've all got their pluses and minuses, measure pretty well according to Julian Krause, and float around a...
  16. VilmFilm

    3D Render of 2.1 Audio Interface

    If Scarlett were to design an interface/DAC specifically for an all in one 2.1 device this is what I would hope or near imagine it to look like. Big knob for main speakers and subwoofer control Small knob for headphone control Headphone 1/4" jack USB in for audio from PC Balanced Left Right...
  17. bowlofruits

    PC to audio interface or DAC to speakers

    Hello! My current speakers is the Harmon Kardon soundsticks, connected to a Minifuse audio interface via its 3.5mm jack, to my PC. I'm thinking of getting passive speakers, maybe an entry level Focal. I know I need to get an amp, but I'm not so sure about the setup. Is it ok for it to be: PC...
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    Advice on 1U Audio Interfaces for Live/Home Use (inc. older models)?

    Sup people, in brief; may be starting a band, maybe not. However, I definitely need an upgrade over a UMC22 for my potential band and home audio mixing; through some hacking, I don't actually need a mixer. Looking for something 1 Rack Unit in size, otherwise I'd get an iD14 MKII and call it a...
  19. hellraiser98

    Mackie Audio Interface to Topping DX3 Pro+ ?

    I have a Mackie Onyx 2x2 Producer Audio interface. The headphone jack on it isn't the cleanest, and has a lot less power which I didn't anticipate before planning the purchase. Although, the instrument inputs are pretty decent, and they serve me well. I have been travelling for a bit, and I...
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    Did Topping E2X2 roundtrip latency get better?

    I'm currently looking into audio interfaces, and the Topping E2X2 has caught my attention as a possible choice. It seems to offer some solid features at a competitive price, and the reviews have been mostly positive. I’m mainly interested in using it for live audio work, specifically vocal...
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