Best Audio Interfaces for Podcasting for All Levels [2024]
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We cover the best audio interfaces for podcasting for every skill and budget level. Starter interfaces with a single XLR input, intermediate level devices for powerful preamps and plugins, all the way up to multi-channel mixers with SD card redundancy and 32-bit float recording!
Chapters ➡
00:00 Introduction
00:20 Starter Interfaces
00:44 RODE AI-1
01:09 Elgato Wave XLR
01:30 Focusrite Vocaster
02:19 Intermediate Interfaces
02:27 Scarlett 2i2
02:58 Zoom H4N
03:23 Apollo Solo
04:05 Advanced Interfaces
04:17 MixPre-3 ii
05:03 Zoom F6
06:04 Rodecaster Pro
06:31 Scarlett 18i20
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🛒 Audio Interfaces Mentioned
RODE AI-1: www.amazon.com/Rode-AI1-Singl...
Elgato Wave XLR: www.amazon.com/Elgato-Wave-Ta...
Focusrite Vocaster: www.amazon.com/Focusrite-Voca...
Scarlett 2i2: www.amazon.com/Focusrite-Scar...
Zoom H4N: www.amazon.com/Zoom-H4n-Pro-A...
Apollo Solo: www.amazon.com/Universal-Audi...
MixPre-3 ii: www.bhphotovideo.com/c/produc...
Zoom F6: www.amazon.com/Zoom-Digital-M...
Rodecaster Pro: www.amazon.com/Rode-Rodecaste...
Scarlett 18i20: www.amazon.com/Focusrite-Scar...
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Now THAT was great content! Informative and professionally presented……..thank you.
And I subscribed because of it.
Thank you!
This was incredible! Thank you!
You're welcome! Glad it was helpful.
Great video thank you!
Glad it helped!
I loved my mix pre I was way before my time a couple years ago great for podcasting if your about that life but I do like the UA products also great vid btw…
Great information! I've been looking for a portable, reasonably priced audio interface (for quick and dirty recordings and for using a proper mic in meetings), and I foolishly did not realize that the Zoom H4n-which I already own!-has this capability.
For others with an H4n who wish to using it as an I/F, make sure the sample rate on the H4n (default: 44.1 kHz) matches your computer's (Windows default is 48 kHz, "DVD Quality), or else you'll get nothing and have no obvious indication as to why.
Zoom H4N is a great piece of gear!
Roadcaster Pro 1 and 2 both have SD Card recording.
Hey man thank you so much for these videos!
What would you suggest as anXLR interface for a travel Podcast where always two people are speaking.
I was tjinking of the Sure SM7B XLR and then use a XLR. Do Ialso need a computer or is it possible on the go? Or maybe Laptop
You're welcome! If you're going to be really mobile, I would suggest the Rodecaster Duo with those mics, or for even more portability the Zoom F3. Both can record directly to an SD card without the need for a computer! Here's our video on the Rodecaster Duo: th-cam.com/video/CMqGtgZFANU/w-d-xo.htmlsi=gg2PfrpxvMx2CT0j
I like the MOTU M2
Thanks for the review! Between the MixPre-3 ii and Zoom F6 do you have a preference?
I use the MixPre-3 personally and love it. It's more compact and portable, just as powerful. BUT it's very hard to find and more expensive than usual due to supply/demand. So if you have to get something today, I'd say F6 - Stephen
@@Riversidefm Awesome, thanks for the info, appreciate it!
MixPre for me also such a underrated piece of product for podcasting
If Riverside is recommending interfaces like the Apollo Solo, which is a great interface, but I have never been able to use it on Riverside because you cannot do a Mix-Minus so it is somewhat unusable for remote guests with platforms like Riverside. Has anyone been able to set up a mix-Minus in the software for the apollo's?
Podtrack P4? That one is the perfect one for multiple people and its budget friendly.
That’s a great option too!
If I'm running a Zoom P4, can I use Audio Hijack to make a redundant recording (in addition to the SD card recording), that I believe I've seen you do with the Rodecaster Pro? Thanks for your help Riversidefm Team.
Got you on the other video!
Can you have a phone line on the 2i2 as well as 2 microphones and headphones?
No phone line on this. For that use case, the Vocaster Two is a better option: th-cam.com/video/pHrngU3TTL4/w-d-xo.htmlsi=tZb-mle8AyllUAZE
Voice Talent don't seem to know about the MixPre 3 II as an audio interface. Do you like them better than a BabyfacePro FS or Universal Audio Twin?
I'm not familiar with the Babyface but I do prefer it over the Apollo Twin. The Apollo requires a significant amount of software and drivers, where the MixPre is plug-and-play. Plus you get 3 XLR inputs, record to SD card functionality, etc.
Thanks for getting back to me on this!@@Riversidefm
I did notice that the Riverside website states that the Universal Audio Apollo is not supported, can you please clarify? THANK YOU!!!
We just tested the Apollo Twin and it works with Riverside in Google Chrome and Brave, so you're good to go!
@@Riversidefm But can you get it to do a Mix-Minus? Mine connects to Riverside just fine, but guests here there voice since there is no Mix-Minus. If you are solo without a guest it's fine.
hi i have a rode podmic, should i take elgato wave xlr or vocaster. thank you
I think the Vocaster is a great option and has features like auto-gain which can be very helpful, I'd go Vocaster! You can see our review on that here: th-cam.com/video/pHrngU3TTL4/w-d-xo.htmlsi=8f1F5G4DKZuAdWUu
thank you@@Riversidefm
Pls I bought the 2i4 will that be ok for a two person set? It only has room for one headphone please what do I do?
You can get a headphone amplifier like this for multiple headphones: www.youtube.com/@primarytechshow
please tell me, I am facing the choice of an audio interface. My tasks are: streaming with an xlr studio dynamic microphone, voiceover, and listening to music with good headphones for a bit. I am interested in the audio interface where the best output sound quality and stable software are best. The price is up to $ 200. I am considering options: focusrite 2i2 4 gen, universal audio volt2 (there is also interest in 276, but it costs $ 270 already) and motu m2. In terms of accessibility, this is focusrite, judging by the reviews and especially because of the vintage sound, this is volt 2, but there are also many people who prefer motu. Well, a small addition, I considered the arturia minifuse 2 and Audient id4 mkll options, but judging by the reviews and the videos I watched, they have good sound, but not the best like these 3 models. Can you tell me which of these models would be best in your opinion and why?
The Universal Volt 2 is a good choice, but would also require some utilities and software. I would recommend the Motu M2, I have it personally, sounds great, and works without any additional software!
@@Riversidefm Thank you so much for your reply!
Can you only plug in 1 headphone to the Scarlett though??
Yes, we would recommend a headphone amplifier for $20-$30 to use multiple headphones with in-person guests.
So if I wanted to have a guest on my podcast and was using the Vocaster pro 2 studio but the guest was remote using riverside I could do that ?!?!
You could, but keep in mind the Riverside recording from *your* side will combine the two in-person mics. To learn more about hybrid recording and get all the tracks separately, check out this video: th-cam.com/video/FdkcLfm14O4/w-d-xo.html
I want to find a device I can connect 5 mics too and record 5 different channels on my PC, but its hard to find anyone who is explaining if any of these audio interfaces can do that
You will need a larger interface like the Scarlett 18i20 which can record 5 or more separate tracks at once.
Does the Vocaster work with a Mac?
Absolutely! I test and review it here on a Mac: th-cam.com/video/pHrngU3TTL4/w-d-xo.html
How do I know I need an interface or mixer?
Interfaces are mainly needed when you want to record more than one mic in-person. If you just plan to host remote interview guests and record solo, a USB mic is probably a better option!
@@Riversidefm okay I see. If that's the case I'll need microphones that are xlr since interfaces use xlr connectors. Awesome thank you.