RODE RODECaster Pro II Integrated Audio Production Studio (Black)
- For Podcasters, Streamers, and Musicians
- 4 High-End Mic/Line/Instrument Preamps
- 6 Faders and Large Color Touchscreen
- Multitrack Recording to microSD or USB
TASCAM Mixcast 4 Podcast Mixer, Recorder, and USB Audio Interface
- Podcast Recorder and Mixer in One Box
- 4 Combo XLR-1/4" Mic/Line Inputs
- 8 Faders to Control Audio Levels
- Onboard and USB Multitrack Recording
Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 USB-C Audio Interface (4th Generation)
- Singers, Musicians, Podcasters/Streamers
- Bus/External Power, Mac/Windows/iPadOS
- 2 XLR Mic Preamps, 2 1/4" Line/Hi-Z Ins
- 1 Headphone Out, 2 Monitor Outs
Senal XU-2496-C XLR to USB-C Audio Interface
- Podcasters, Streamers, Singers
- Bus Powered / Mac, Windows
- 1 XLR Mic Input
- 1 Headphone Out
Polsen XLR-USB-48 XLR to USB Audio Interface
- Connects XLR Mic to USB
- Selectable 48V Phantom Power
- Plug and Play with No Drivers Needed
- 3.5mm Headphone Out with Level Control
Focusrite Scarlett Solo USB-C Audio Interface (4th Generation)
- Singer-Songwriter, Guitarist, Podcaster
- Bus/External Power, Mac/Windows/iPadOS
- XLR Mic Preamp, 1/4" Line/Hi-Z In
- Headphone Out, 2 Monitor Outs
Zoom PodTrak P8 Portable Multitrack Podcast Recorder
- 6 x High-Gain XLR Mic Inputs with +48V
- 6 x Independent Headphone Outputs
- 9 Sound Pads, 4 Banks for Music/Samples
- Mix-Minus for 2 Echo-Free Remote Callers
RODE RODECaster Duo Integrated Audio Production Studio (Black)
- For Podcasters, Streamers, and Musicians
- 2 High-End Mic/Line/Instrument Preamps
- 4 Faders and Vibrant Color Touchscreen
- Multitrack Recording to microSD or USB
Behringer U-PHORIA UM2 2x2 USB Audio Interface with XENYX Mic Preamplifier
- 2 Input / 2 Output Audio Interface
- Record Mic and Hi-Z Instrument Together
- XENYX Mic Preamp
- 48 kHz / 16-Bit
MOTU M2 USB-C Audio/MIDI Interface
- Musicians, Podcasters, and Producers
- Bus Powered / Mac, Windows, iOS
- 2 Mic / Line / Hi-Z Preamps
- Outputs: Headphone, 2 RCA, 2 Line 1/4"
Focusrite Scarlett 4i4 USB-C Audio/MIDI Interface (4th Generation)
- Singers, Musicians, Podcasters/Streamers
- Bus/External Power, Mac/Windows/iPadOS
- 2 Mic/Line/Instrument Preamps, 2 Line In
- Headphone Output, 4 Line Outputs
Shure MVX2U MOTIV XLR to USB-C Streaming Adapter
- Turns Any XLR Mic into a USB Mic
- XLR 3-Pin Female to USB-C
- 60 dB of Gain
- Automatic Level Adjustment
RODE RODECaster Pro II 4-Person Podcasting Kit with PodMics, Broadcast Arms, and Headphones
- For 4 Podcasters/Streamers
- RODECaster Pro II Podcast Studio
- 4 PodMic Podcasting Mics
- 4 Broadcast Arms with XLR Cables
RODE AI-Micro USB-C Audio Interface
- Podcasters, Interviewers, Content Makers
- Bus Powered / Mac, Windows, iOS, Android
- 2 Auto-Sensing 3.5mm TRS/TRRS Mic Inputs
- 1 Headphone Output
PreSonus Studio 24c Desktop 2x2 USB Type-C Audio/MIDI Interface
- Musicians, Podcasters, Producers
- USB Type-C and USB Type-A Connectivity
- 2 XMAX-L Mic/Line/Instrument Preamps
- 1 Headphone Output, 2 Line/Monitor Outs
MOTU M6 USB-C Audio/MIDI Interface
- Musicians, Podcasters, and Producers
- AC and Bus Powered / Mac, Windows
- 4 Mic / Line / Hi-Z Preamps, 2 Line In
- 2 Headphone Out, 4 Line Out
Solid State Logic SSL 2+ MKII USB-C Audio/MIDI Interface
- Producer/Podcaster/Live-Studio Musician
- Bus Powered, Mac/Windows
- 2 XLR Mic Preamps, 2 1/4" Line/Hi-Z Ins
- 2 Discrete Headphone, 4 1/4" Line Out
Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 USB-C Audio/MIDI Interface (4th Generation)
- Producers and Project Studios
- External Power, Mac/Windows/iPadOS
- 8 Mic/Line Preamp, 2 Hi-Z Instrument In
- 2 Headphone Out, 10 Line Out
IK Multimedia iRig Pre 2 Ultracompact XLR Microphone Interface
- Plug a Mic into a Mobile Phone / Camera
- Auto-Sensing Output for TRRS/TRS Ports
- XLR Input with +48V Phantom Power
- 3.5mm Headphone Output For Monitoring
RODE RODECaster Pro II 2-Person Podcasting Kit with PodMics, Broadcast Arms, and Headphones
- For Two Podcasters, Streamers
- RODECaster Pro II Podcast Studio
- 2 PodMic Podcasting Mics
- 2 Broadcast Arms with XLR Cables
Solid State Logic SSL 2 MKII USB-C Audio Interface
- Producers, Podcasters, Musicians
- Bus Powered, Mac/Windows
- 2 XLR Mic Preamps, 2 1/4" Line / Hi-Z In
- 2 Headphone Out, 2 1/4" Line Out
Elgato Wave XLR USB-C Audio Interface
- Podcasting, Streaming
- Bus Powered / Windows Only
- 1 XLR Mic Preamp with 75 dB of Gain
- 3.5mm TRS Headphones Out
Focusrite Vocaster Two USB-C Audio Interface
- Podcasting, Streaming & Content Creation
- Bus Powered / Mac, Windows, iPadOS
- 2 High-Gain Mic Preamps with Auto Gain
- 2 Headphone Out, Stereo Monitor Out
MOTU M4 USB-C Audio-MIDI Interface
- Musicians, Podcasters & Producers
- Bus Powered / Mac, Windows, iOS
- 2 Mic/Line/Instrument Preamp, 2 Line In
- 1 Headphone Out, 4 RCA & 1/4" Line Out
MOTU UltraLite-mk5 USB-C Audio/MIDI Interface
- Musicians, Podcasters, and Producers
- AC-Powered / Mac, Windows, iOS
- 2 Mic / Line / Hi-Z Preamps, 6 Line In
- Headphone and 10 Line Outputs
Behringer UMC22 Professional 2x2 USB Audio Interface
- For Home Studio Recording
- Up to 24-Bit / 48 kHz Sampling
- XLR-1/4" Combo Input with Midas Preamp
- Selectable 48V Phantom Power
Audient EVO 4 USB-C Audio Interface
- Musicians, Podcasters, Producers
- Bus Powered / Mac, Windows, iOS
- 2 XLR-1/4" Mic/Line In, 1/4" Hi-Z Input
- 1 Headphone Output, 2 Line Outs
Focusrite Vocaster One USB-C Audio Interface
- Podcasting, Streaming & Content Creation
- Bus Powered / Mac, Windows, iPadOS
- High-Gain Mic Preamp with Auto Gain
- Headphone Out, Stereo Monitor Out
Learning About Computer Audio Interfaces (for PC and MAC)
Audio interfaces and sound cards have made great strides since they were first used by musicians. Instead of bulky systems full of cords, DJs and musicians need only to plug in a USB audio interface to master audio levels. Using an analog/digital audio converter, a computer can change analog signals sent from microphones or speakers into digital formats that you can edit with that computer. This type of interfacing equipment enhances sound and makes transfer easier.
What's a Computer Audio Interface?
Most desktop and laptop computers still have one input and one output source. One output source isn't practical for individuals that need the ability to adjust audio, or those who need to edit input and export it to more than one piece of equipment. The same basic principle goes for having a single input source only; in this instance, only one audio source can be recorded at a time. Computer audio interfaces provide professionals like DJs and musicians with the ability to transfer analog signals to digital, as well as enhance, mix, and edit sound.
What Are Computer Audio Interfaces Used For?
Computer audio interfaces enhance the sound quality of preexisting computer audio equipment. Musicians can use USB audio interfaces to record songs straight to digital format, and make it easy to edit or clip sections of the recording. They may also use MIDI computer interfaces to connect band instruments directly to a computer to enhance the quality of the sound recording. DJs benefit from the high-resolution sound produced using audio interfaces for PC and Mac, and they obtain the ability to mix multiple sources of sound to create new beats.
Choosing a Computer Audio Interface
There are some key areas to pay attention to when deciding what the best audio interface is for preexisting equipment such as computers, speakers, mics, and instruments. Here are some of the main features to check out prior to choosing a system:
- Analog inputs: Minimum for high-quality recordings is four, or eight for live music
- Analog outputs: Minimum is four; eight is ideal
- Digital I/O: A must-have for systems with preexisting digital gear
- Sample rate: How many times the analog signal is sampled per second
Digital I/O is especially important because you must make sure the interface I/O matches equipment I/O for a flawless transfer. If you're using preexisting digital equipment and the feature isn't available on the interface selected, you'll likely need a digital format converter.
Enhance present desktops and laptops with an interface that provides crisp audio results and provides options for multiple input and output sources. Visit B&H Photo and Video to find the latest in audio interfaces that provide high-resolution sound, and browse other computer audio equipment to build your system.