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-1648 XLR-USB Interface
- XLR Input to USB Output
- Microphone Input Level Adjustment
- Switchable 48V Phantom Power
- Monitoring with Balance Adjustment
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
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
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
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"
CAD CX2 Connect II 2x2 USB Audio Interface
- Producers, Musicians, Podcaster Duos
- USB Type-C Connectivity
- 2 Mic/Instrument Preamps, 48V Phantom
- 1 Headphone Out, 2 Monitor Outs
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
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
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
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
RODE X Streamer X Audio Interface and Video Streaming Console
- For Streaming, Gaming & Content Creation
- Combo XLR-1/4" Input, Revolution Preamp
- Up to 4K30 Streaming & 4K60 Pass-Through
- APHEX Audio Processing
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 18i16 USB-C Audio/MIDI Interface (4th Generation)
- Producers and Small Bands
- Bus/External Power, Mac/Windows/iPadOS
- 4 Mic/Line/Instrument Preamp, 4 Line In
- 2 Headphone Out, 4 Line Out
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
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
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
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
Audient iD14 MKII Desktop 10x6 USB Type-C Audio Interface
- Musicians, Producers, VO Artists
- USB Type-C Connectivity
- 2 Class-A Mic Preamps, 1/4" Hi-Z Input
- 2 Headphone Outputs, 4 Monitor/Line Outs
Zoom AMS-22 USB-C Audio Interface
- For Solo Musicians and Performers
- AC and Bus Powered, Mac/Windows, Mobile
- Mic / Hi-Z Preamp and Stereo Line Inputs
- Headphone and Stereo Line Outputs
PreSonus AudioBox GO USB-C Audio Interface
- Singers, Musicians, Podcasters
- Bus Powered / Mac, Windows, iOS, Android
- Mic/Line Preamp, 1/4" Hi-Z Input
- Headphone Output, 2 Line Output
Universal Audio Volt 2 USB-C Audio/MIDI Interface
- Musicians, Singers, and Content Creators
- AC Powered / Mac, Windows, iOS
- 2 Vintage-Tone Mic / Line / Hi-Z Preamps
- 1 Headphone Out, 2 Line Outs
Focusrite Scarlett 16i16 USB-C Audio/MIDI Interface (4th Generation)
- Producers and Small Bands
- Bus/External Power, Mac/Windows/iPadOS
- 2 Mic/Line/Instrument Preamp, 4 Line In
- 2 Headphone Out, 4 Line Out
TASCAM Mixcast 4 Two-Person Podcast Value Kit with Limelight Mic, Boom Arm, and Headphones
- Includes Mixcast 4 Podcast Mixer
- Includes 2 Large-Diaphragm Dynamic Mics
- Includes 2 Boom Arms with XLR Cables
- Includes 2 Headphones
RME Babyface Pro FS 24-Channel USB-B Audio/MIDI Interface
- Singers, Songwriters, Producers
- Bus- or AC-Powered / Mac, Windows
- 2 Mic / Line / Hi-Z Preamps, 2 Line In
- 2 Headphone Outs, 2 Line Outs
RODE AI-1 USB-C Audio Interface
- Musicians, Podcasters
- Bus Powered / Mac, Windows
- 1 Mic / Hi-Z Preamp
- 1 Headphone Out, 2 Line Out
Universal Audio Volt 1 USB-C Audio/MIDI Interface
- Musicians, Singers, and Content Creators
- Bus and AC Powered, Mac/Windows, iOS
- 1 Mic / Line / Hi-Z Preamp
- 1 Headphone Output, 2 Monitor Outputs
Zoom AMS-44 USB-C Audio Interface
- Musicians, Podcasters, and Streamers
- AC and Bus Powered, Mac/Windows, Mobile
- Hi-Z and 4 Mic/Line Preamps/Inputs
- Stereo Line and 2 Headphone Outputs
All About Audio Interfaces for iOS Devices (iPhone & iPad)
Audio interfaces give you many advantages, most notably better sound quality from your computer. Use audio interfaces for iOS devices with iPads and iPhones to easily make recordings in your home or on location. Add iOS mixers to fine tune levels for a more professional sound.
How Do Digital Audio Interfaces Work?
An audio interface improves the sound capabilities of your computer. It prepares the audio before you send it to your computer's output, to ensure high-quality audio and extend the number of outputs and inputs available. Many varieties enable you to connect different instruments and microphones for digital recording. These options typically possess XLR inputs as well as independent headphone jacks. Whether you want to create music, record a podcast, or edit a movie in post-production, an audio interface is a must. You can even get a USB microphone interface that has an audio interface built into the device itself.
Connecting Audio Interfaces to a Computer or iOS Device
There are a few ways to connect an audio interface to a computer. To determine what kind of interface to get, consider the inputs your computer or iOS device has. Some iPad recording interfaces require a USB port as well as an Apple USB camera adapter to connect to the charging port. However, other USB audio interfaces connect directly to a computer's USB input without the need for additional cables or connectors.
Accessories for Audio Interfaces
Using accessories for your interface or device enhances workflow in addition to other advantages. If you’re planning on recording with an iPad or similar device, cables and adapters for iOS devices are essential components to consider. This way, you won't have any problem connecting different gear for recording. Other useful accessories are stands and mounts for iOS devices. They hold everything in place so you can work hands-free, and many varieties have adjustable height, rotate, and swivel options.