AKARSH SHEKHAR
HOW TO SELECT THE RIGHT AUDIO INTERFACE FOR YOURSELF ?
An audio interface is an unexpendable part of any professional recording setup . If you want to record music , you must get an audio interface . These questions will help you get the right one for yourself .
How many inputs and outputs do I need for what I want to do ?
The first question one should ask when looking for a new interface is the most important . Keep in mind that you want to record with your interface . If you want to record a drum set you are looking for four , eight , or more channels to record everything but if you want to make a demo and record your guitar along with your voice , two channels are perfect for this .
On the other hand , if you want to record your guitar clean and apply external effects or reamplify what you recorded , you will need to look at the outputs of the interface .
What type of connection do I need ?
If you ’ re looking to record with microphones , you ’ ll need an XLR connection , as opposed to line inputs for recording instruments . Luckily , the vast majority of interfaces have combo inputs for both , and some include more line inputs and outputs on the back ( like the Presonus Studio 68c ). If the previous question showed you that you need a certain number of inputs and outputs in your interface it is very important to make sure that your next interface has the correct connections for your project .
On the other hand , it is also important to make sure that the interface that you are going to take home has a connection that your system supports . There are different types of connectors in the world of audio interfaces : USB , USB-C ,
Thunderbolt , Firewire , PCI-E , and more . It is important that not all are compatible with each other or with different systems . Before buying your interface check that you can connect it to your computer without complications .
What quality am I looking for in my interface ?
Luckily , the vast majority of input interfaces have incredible audio quality . These interfaces will be enough to record your ideas in a home studio context . Now , if you are looking for something more in terms of audio quality or you have specific specifications regarding the quality of the interface components , you can look at terms such as frequency range , dynamic range , bit depth , noise levels and even aspects such as the construction of the same interface .
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