As someone whose laptop only has two USB ports because companies are obsessed with making thinner and thinner products, the USB on the back seems like a super nice bonus.
i agree with this, the usb hub is the main reason why i ended up getting the arturia, even considering the fact that my computer has three usb type a ports and one usb type c port, its super nice to be able to plug in, a midi keyboard , a drum pad, a hard drive and my phone at the same time
I use the Motu M2 since a year and its just awesome. It is possibel to hear the difference and the latency is in that class by far the best. Best in class and never disapointed me.
@@cheynobi The Motu M2 is by far the best for narrations and VO work. I have a degree in audio engineering and I do VOs and I can tell you that it is the best in that price range, simply because it has the lowest latency while still capturing everything with perfect accuracy. It also has more than strong enough mic preamps to even bring an SM7 up to level. You want lower latency for VOs since you need to record while also watching the clip and listening to the other sound cues.
when he showed the 3 comparisons of takes, you could see there was more distinction in the wave form in the motu, considering that was an expensive mic, that should say something.
@@pathnativejam i used the same mic for testing + direct input line signals. The comparsion was between between Motu M2 ,Scarlet 212, Steinberg UR 22 mk2, native instrument komplete audio 2. Arturia Microfuse was not out back then. There was the Motu clear the Winner
YES! I'm so happy with mine as well. Previously owned a Komplete Audio 6 Mk1 but it was due for an upgrade plus the latency sucked and I had audio clipping every now and then...
@@natevirtual This is my first interface, running on an ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo and using Reaper 64bit. DT770 Pros are really nice with it and the 250-ohm drivers offer enough volume. No real monitors yet but they make a pair of Edifier R1280DB speakers sound pretty good too.
i'm amazed by seeing how good the new arturia minifuse is able to compete with the most popular audio interfaces sir, especially it was able to rival the focusrite scarlett 2i2 sir, thanks for the review sir.😀😃😄😁😊☺️😌🙂
Get the one best suited to you needs, budget, and what you can work with. You can always upgrade. Excellent video. Clear, precise, realistic, and unbiased. I shared this in my Flipboard ezine, Axes, Etc. Nicely done!
MOTU is incredible hardware in my experience. Love my M4. My main complaint about the MOTU M2 and the new Scarletts is the lack of the "system audio / direct monitor" fader that the Scarlett 2i4 2nd Gen and the MOTU M4 have. I'm definitely impressed by the Arturia though... might be a game changer compared to Scarletts.
@@elikamin5678 I had issues when I first set it up. It turned out that my issue was actually just the USB extension cable I was running it over. They have instructions for setting up on Windows and if you follow them carefully you should have no issues at all.
I personally tried both the Arturia and Motu and both were impressive to me. I landed on the M2 because of some of the specs and the nice screen, but the Minifuse 2 left an impressive mark. It really boils down to the subtle differences in specs, features, and price point, and what you value. BTW @Sanjay C Very nice vocals!
Some food for thought: If you collborate with vocalists & instrumentalists, having a monitor mix knob enables them to readily adjust their input relative to the bed tracks/full mix to suit their comfort level, their style of singing/playing, and the type of music in each particular track WITHOUT having to ask the recording engineer/tech (i.e. you!) to make the adjustments (and go back & forth - perhaps communicating from one room to another - until the headphone mix has been optimized). If they are recording on more than one song for you, they can make adjustments on the fly more quickly. So, IMHO, the fact that the Arturia interface has the mix knob can be a big plus for many with home studios. Of course, if you use a quality studio headphone amp, it may have a mix knob, and my point becomes moot. Last, the monitor mix knob also can be useful in the same way if you use in-ears when you're doing a gig.
😵🔥It just amazes me how you make every song a Sanjay C song and WOW!!!! The beat and then the beat drop?! Hooow do you hear these beats in your head?! You’re soooooo good! People need to hear and realize your genius more and more! 😬💋😇
@@Only1Dharti I love the fact that you live with such a musical genius and talk to him everyday and yet appreciate him and ask him questions in the comments of the video hahaha
@@this.is.shashwat 😄 Thank you! I love to support him in any way I can! Plus often I’m working myself and we may not be in the same place so I can tell him directly! All forms of communication are positive✨ and ♥️
Do a blind test, you will struggle to tell the difference. Also the AIR feature on the Scarlett can lift the sound. The truth is , technology is so good now and has been for a while that trying to decide on the sound quality is like splitting hairs. Its more likely you would choose one for a feature you want rather than not liking the sound of another. Another crutial aspect of these interfaces is the stability of and latency of the ASIO drivers. The Scarlett has been rock solid on this front and can get very low buffer and latency.
@@clickbaitpro it is noticeable and this guy is probably focusrite fanboy which is not that bad but hey! we have motu m2 and roland rubix 24 out there which is far more great than focusrite in terms of quality/price ratio
Wayne Brown Still. Nobody listening to your mixes would give a shit about which interface you used... And after mixing and eq nobody would be able to tell a difference anyways.
I’m just glad I followed Sanjay C’s advice and picked up the Motu M2 last year. Best investment ever 🔥 the thing’s built like a tank and the sound is beauttt!
Same for me, i will clear stay with Motu, driver makes insane fast latency possibel, pre amps are by far the best under 200€ inclusive headphones. And phantom power knob per channel is a must have. i have nothing to complain. Only think about to upgrade somewhen.
Sanjay, I know it's been 2-years since you made this vid, but wanted to say Thanks! Starting my musical journey and super appreciate your videos. This one helped me pick an AI and I really enjoyed your song. Nicely done - thanks for sharing your passion and talent!
Except their Keylab mk2s. I've gone through 4 of them, each time suffering from fader knobs sending erratic CC values. I believe they are incredible sensitive to even minor dust. The last one that I'm using, I've used with a dust cover, and it's still performing well. The other 2 that I use have issues. Blowing compressed air on them helps from time to time.
this was awesome. I have the 2nd gen Scarlett 2i2. Looking forward to you trying out the newer UAD interfaces when they release. in mix you vocals sound crisp all around! 808s were super crunchy and beautifully distorted. the M2 looks great and sounds awesome. For the price, if you can get one, seems like a steal. I luckily have a headphone amp for my 990 Pros so that's not an issue here.
For anyone wondering: i tried HD 650 on motu M2 and it was quite loud enough for me around 60% knob. Maybe it was just me but I didn't like it enough compared to HD 598CS, so returned it back. Currently testing the Beyer DT1990s and they're awesome too around 50-60% volume level on motu M2 (loving the punch /kicks on this one) BTW - Awesome video Sanjay!! Was waiting for this one from some time 🤘😁
@@SanjayC update on experience of dt1990: Liked it better than HD 650. I was able to hear stuff which didn't hear earlier ever from mixes (specially the spitfire's samples and even in TH-cam videos) . Lows were adequate for me. That piercing high? Not experienced it yet, as i haven't used it in long sessions and have recreated only a single piece until now with it. Still have a month for return window (mind says yes for return but my heart says no 😁) Ughh the G.A.S. is real in this one (as I was also eyeing some orchestral libraries for black Friday 😂)
Those Arturias look very nice especially in white I have to admit. I like that they have a 5 year warranty and USB-MIDI in/out. Can't remember the last time I used a MIDI cable. It has all been USB for a while now. I think the MOTU M4 is still top dog for low priced audio interfaces though. Low Latency. Phantom power on each channel. Input Monitor Mix. Loud headphones.
The mini fuse 2 looks just stunning. It holds a USB port which is great because my laptop is full of usbs. I own the Scarlett 2i2 but now I’m thinking for the mini fuse GREAT VIDEO ONCE AGAIN 🏆🆙🔥💯💙👍
Downgraded from the Audiofuse rev 2.,very happy with the minifuse 2 , has all the features I need and sounds as good as its big brother. Midi a necessity, machine micro in the usb hub, mix control button used all the time, always stable. a great interface and not just for the price.Excellent review as ever, love your channel.
I really like how you compared these. I don’t think I have seen much of that before for audio interfaces. Had a conversation with a friend on his need for an audio interface and was able to pass along your video! :)
Always love watching Sanjay C Studio Gear reviews, excellent HD quality videos in attractive environments, he finds the best & highly comparable gear that's at reasonable prices. Totally gives a buyer the edge on the latest most sought after gear. A very decent and kind presentation, always. Thank you Sanjay, we really appreciate what you do. My Roland Duo Capture gave up, so based on this review I'm sold on the Arturia MiniFuse 2 and I'm getting it here in South Africa.
How trippy!!! I’ve thought about band 311 several times earlier today, and happen to be watching this video leading up to 3:11 PM, and exactly at 3:11, the bass/synth laying down the iconic riff started. Oh boy, Sanjay, did I get goosebumps, Universally Fate Endorsed Goosepumps! :)
Thank you for this video - appreciated. It is almost impossible to understand quality difference between these interfaces in TH-cam video, since the audio in TH-cam is highly compressed and cutted. But even in such circumstances, it is evident Motu has much better sound than other two participants. This is proved by technical characteristics: Motu dynamic range is much higher and own noise level in Motu is much lower, than any other interface. The only one cons, which I've observed in Motu - poor of bundle SW (you've mentioned that in your video). So, my choose is Motu.
Love your take on The Cure... In my Audiotechnica M50x, the Arturia and Focusrite sounded almost identical but the Motu was less sibilant with more body. I like them all but Arturia meets my needs the best as it allows me to control my hardware synths :D
I got the Motu M4 and I think right now is one of the best interface on the market, low latency, 60dB gain on pre-amps, -129 dB EIN and 120 dB dynamic range in outputs (Including Headphones) beautiful LCD meters, Loopback, MIDI outputs, On-Off switch, separate phantom power for each channel, direct monitor for each channel and playback/monitor mix knob. If Motu can bring the same M4 with ADAT to expand that interface, the others interfaces are doomed.
This showed me that Motu is really a monster. It feels like Arturia has a bit warmer sound and I liked it but Motu is quite neutral to me which is great for production. Of course it would require further tests other than vocals to find out. I think Focusrite is really out of the game after Motu.
It really is. I was thinking about getting a Focusrite 2i2 3rd gen until I discovered comparisons to the Motu M2. It basically has all the specs maxed out for the price range and a nice set of features. It does not have a hardware knob for mixing the playback but it does have buttons for monitoring the inputs - individually or both inputs in stereo if you hold it longer. So it is more of an on/off type of deal but works well for me. I really like the phantom-power button per input, the power switch in the back and the great volume display. According to reviews, it also supports demanding headphones (with 300Ω or even 600Ω when maxed out) and damanding microphones (like the Shure SM7B without cloud-lifter, although maxed out with 60 dBA gain, so you may want the Go XLR Mini for its 72 dBA if you are not able to boost the signal in post-processing, e.g. for Discord or Zoom instead of recording with a DAW or streaming with OBS). Can't go wrong with MOTU. However, the Arturia MiniFuse is a bit cheaper so it may be good value for a good audio quality.
@@BaerentoeterLP Definately upto 300 ohms. Can't say about 600 ohms, depends upon the sensitivity of the headphones. Even focusrite scarlett drives my 250 ohm dt770 fine. I use it at 25 to 50% volume most of the time, they become too loud after that. If you want power, definately go with audient id4 mkii or id14 mkii. They have 3 times more power than motu m2. They can easily drive 600 ohms headphones but hit or miss for lower impedance below 80 ohms
For me it was MOTU pretty closely followed by the Arturia, with the Focusrite in third. I own the M4 which has the mix knob that the M2 lacks, So if the additional cost isn't an issue for someone, You get that feature plus the additional I/O. my church had the 4 channel Focusrite, and we were never fully impressed with the sound quality at least through our A&H DLive and EAW PA. So we started using someone's Presonus until we switched over to MOTU's M4's which was an additional step up in sound quality from the Presonus, which was a step up from the Focusrite to begin with. and in regards to MOTU's warranty and reliability Our church also has two MOTU 24 I/O's that have been going strong since 2009, and still sound excellent, So the shorter warranty would probably be a non-issue for me. I also appreciate MOTU not skimping on their preamps in their lower end models, and essentially just opting for less features for their cheaper products without sacrificing sound quality. Great video! I appreciated the unbiased review of the gear.
This is what i'm waiting for! Thanks for the awesome review and comparison sanjay. The MiniFuse can compete as well! But i'm not happy with the MiniFuse1, it's only 1 input atleast they've add 1 instrument input.
This sold me so I got the minifuse and I’m just blown away. Great signal for guitar, the bonus plug-ins are great! First time I ever tried recording a guitar track with so many things going on at 24/96 and 3ms latency (you decide the latency and it figures out the buffer, real easy to adjust in Asio panel). Completely different than the Scarlet Solo, it’s just smoother and nicer sounding.
Arturia’s definitely aiming at the guitar player driven music crowd with the plug-in suite. EMT140, 1073 pre, analog chorus, tape delay (holy smokes the presets are like having an fx rack unit). So much better than the Focusrite/Pro Tools thing we’ve been getting repackaged for years & years.
Hey, are you still satisfied with the Minifuse? I would use it for playing Guitar and plug in a Mic and Headphones for discord mainly. I am currently deciding between the Minifuse 2, Scarlett Solo 3rd, Evo 4 and Audient iD4 MKII (and maybe Native Instruments Komplete Audio 2).
@@TheFruitcube highly satisfied, two of my kids have the Scarlett Solo but I like the preamps in the Arturia for guitar, everything is just smoother and doesn't get nasly sounding when you crank the input gain. I just have the Minifuse 1, but I'd get the 2 for multitracking.
have seen so many of ur videos Sanjay C. Ur high quality contents are so simple, light hearted and pleasant to hear and watch despite being on such highly technical aspects of music and equipments. A huge credit to just basically ur happy to go lucky personality im guessing. Lots of luck and love from ur ancestral country India..😅😊.. and yes Bdw it was so heartening to see u motivate and comment on the channel of an Indian TH-camr Darshit who may not be as popular as u internationally today. Just shows ur nature & character. lots more power to u too buddy. 😊
Awesome review and comparison (as always😁). It would be cool to compare those interfaces with the SSL 2 and 2+. Also, have you heard about the new budget Universal Audio Interfaces? Their just 🤯
15 days ago I purchased a Scarlett 2i2. After a few hours of use I realized that I could hear a light "click" regularly. So I pushed the volume of the gain to the maximum to hear better. Yes, there was indeed a noise, a regular click, a bit like a metronome. So I asked for the audio interface to be replaced. As soon as the new 2i2 arrived I did the same tests. Same results (click, click, click). I tested both 2i2 with two different computers, a Mac Mini M1 running Monterey and a MacBook Pro 2014 running Big Sur. I used the MacBook Pro on battery power to avoid possible noises that could be caused by problems related to the electrical network (which I don't have anyway). I plugged my headphones into the monitor output, so I could hear the sound directly from the card, without going through the computer. I plugged different cables and different instruments and microphones in the inputs (one at a time) and I pushed the gain to the maximum with and without the activation of the instrument option (inst). The "click" was still very obvious. I contacted Scarlett and the problem was not solved, they totally deny that their product can have this kind of problem (although I found on the internet other users with similar problems). So I returned the second 2i2 and my MOTU M2 is coming tomorrow. I will probably never buy Focusrite products again!
They TH-cam guitar 🎸 community takes money from the makers of Scarlet to promote them and give them praise & worship service . The Internet is so Dame fake …
@@GrandmasterClady I am very satisfied, the quality is excellent, the meters are very useful (more that this simple led of the Focusrite), the loopback feature is a plus.
Been looking to start recording my guitar and try putting songs together, I have been really enjoying your videos and have been learning a lot, thank you!
Nice review, Not only specs but we could actually listen to the difference. It would have been nice to include the new Universal Audio Volt which is in the same price range.
@@SanjayC I was leaning more towards the MOTU before this review now the Arturia has changed my mind. I have a Focusrite 4i4 which I do love but I need another interface to be dedicated to my portable iOS set up.
@@GrandmasterClady I bought it the same month it was released and it has worked perfectly ever since. I've looked at others since and imo it is still top notch!
Hello Sanjay C. Thank you for your review on the three audio interfaces, but I like to ask you for help and recommendations. I'm an animator new to audio recordings, and I'm currently looking for an audio interface that I can use to start a gaming channel but do live streaming once in a while. I'm also planning to use it for voice acting and recording acoustic guitar sounds as a hobby. The Focusrite Scarlett Solo, the MOTU M2 and the Native Instruments Komplete Audio 1 sounded high quality from listening to your recordings from your previous TH-cam comparison videos. However, I'm stuck with choosing the suitable interfaces that fit my gaming channel and other hobbies. What do you suggest that I should pick?
I'm waiting for the MiniFuse 4 early next year. Suspecting it might be $199. It just has everything I need, so I've been holding off upgrading my audio interface. So many times I've had a Scarlett in my cart and cancelled, and once these were announced I've been settled on the 4. I tend to get all gear in black but my current black audio interface is in a dark location on my desk and I have problems seeing it very well unless I turn on my desk light, so I'm going for the white version.
It's out and seems about $220! I'm thinking about getting one but now Motu just announced the M6. They're not direct competitors but for my use case they are! Don't need all the inputs of the M6, but want that minimal latency and actual monitoring LCD, and hardware button to turn on direct monitoring! But the Minifuse 4 has 2 USB ports and is a lot more clear and direct about how exactly it can serve two separate mixes to the two different headphone outs. It seems the Motu M6 can kinda do that? But they don't explain it well at all. @SanjayC better clear this up for us 😁
Arturia has style, great performance and afordable price. The sounds is way better then Scarlett everything else is over price and low quality aand cheap plug-ins. Dont hate just being honest! Thank you guys you are amazing!
Great review as always. I just bought the Presonus Studio 24c, per your recommendation in a previous video. Strangely, I completely changed my DAW to Studio One after my purchase. Why aren't more people using this?! It's soooo much better than Ableton and FL Studio.
YES Studio One is great ! i have bought the Studio 68C because of an hardware issue on my brand new Motu M4. Thinking i should buy it directly for the i/O and software package. But Sadly, the level input (even line in) is too low compared to the Motu... i can't keep it after have experiemented the Motu M series.
I got excited about Studio One's potential bc of the things it can do, but when I tried to learn it things were slow going. I went back to my FL Studio. But, getting that DAW with the interface was a nice bonus. I'll give it another try someday. I had just bought FL within the same time period; so may have just not wanted to feel I wasted money!
I considered Arturia Minifuse but man, look how bright those leds are, just like in their KeyLab midi I tested last year. It is so annoying during nighttime, I ended up getting different keyboard and kept my Scarlett 2i2 gen1.
I love my Motu M4. It was one of the few interfaces I didn't have issues with on a new Ryzen based system. Just worked unlike Focusrite, Universal Audio, Native Instruments, Steinberger and Audient which all cut out and/or had crackling regardless of buffer size. The screen is stupidly useful and can I also mention how much I love that it has a power switch? WHY DO MOST MANUFACTURERS MISS THIS? Plug it in ONCE then power it off when not in use. How is that a hard concept?
Love mine as well, even the headphone amp is pretty decent. If they threw a 789 thx amp in there it would be over. The VU meter is so damn handy if you're doing mic work.
might u know other interfaces that work well with ryzen systems ?? i recently just ordered a bunch of parts and i was planning to get a focusrite/m-audio interface but this is the first time im finding out theres a difference
@@jwav Really don't know what works well for Ryzen.. All I can say is I had nothing but problems with my Focusrite products. The Motu is very much plug and play
One think i dont understand is why brands insist on making interfaces with knobs facing foward when they are ment to be used in a desk, it's rack-like format... WHY? As you rotate knobs your finger hit the desk, it's terrible in terms of ergonomics.
Such a great video! I've been looking to upgrade my interface (been rocking the focusrite solo 2nd gen for a few yrs) so this came at the right time, though I'm torn between the minifuse and 2i2.
High impedence is not a bigger problem than low impedence. Two different problems: High impedence = high power requirement, low impedence = very low output impedence requirement
The focusrite while sounding arguably inferior has a relaxing softness that I really like. The bass line is less present, less dynamic and more in the center and it sucks in the vocals but somehow glues together rather nicely somehow, good separation on the percussion. I hear a lot of negativity about the 2i2s preamps but for the money I think it’s really quite good. The m2 is twice the price but sounds the most professional and natural and balanced. The Arturia sounds really nice and transparent and dynamic with good separation too but haven’t been in the interface game long enough for me to trust them yet. Sound wise I’d be happy with any of these!
Stuck with this video, been deciding if i'll get focusrite solo 4th gen or minifuse 2. care to help me out? i'll use it mainly for mixing, mastering and recording vocals.
One thing that no one talks about is the quality of dac/amp among them for listening to music, nowadays we have great amps and dacs for audiophiles, in my opinion interface manufacturers should think about this, because nowadays there is no need to have systems separate, but there is a big auditory difference between interfaces and systems dedicated to audiophilia and this can now be integrated into interfaces for home use.
I have a Motu 828 mk3 and now one m2 for my house. I am very very happy with this interfaces. Very clean pres with genenerous dinamic range! Good and clean sound And stability. For me the best. Also I had a scarlet v2.. not bad... but motu is better....
For the Focusrite, pay a little more and go the 4i4. Gives more options for connectivity and there is the Air Function and Pad. Found it more than adequate recording a classical guitar concert and mixing 60/40 close mono mic with a further away stereo mic. Gave a great sound and the mic pairing gave a nice natural ambience without to much audience noise. I like the Focusrite drivers - reliable.
@@pierrebroccoli.9396 I'm not an own-studio person. So I'm just eyeing for entry models. Wouldn't need more of the same inputs. And with drivers, not my concern since I use a Mac. ....but then again, I might use a Windows some time. Thanks!
Looks like the MiniFuse has the connectors screwed to the case. This doesn't look as clean as the competitors, but improves durability as there is less stress on the soldering when cables are plugged in. If this kind of quality is applied on the entire design, I believe that it'll last way longer as its competitors.
Pretty informative video but I don't think anyone who's buying a $150-$200 interface is using a $3000 microphone. The thing today is the sound quality is so good, on even budget interfaces, nobody can tell the difference between the preamps in a blind test, and anyone that says they can is full of shit. Find an interface in your price range with the features you're looking for and you're good to go.
As someone whose laptop only has two USB ports because companies are obsessed with making thinner and thinner products, the USB on the back seems like a super nice bonus.
Usb hub is the key
i agree with this, the usb hub is the main reason why i ended up getting the arturia, even considering the fact that my computer has three usb type a ports and one usb type c port, its super nice to be able to plug in, a midi keyboard , a drum pad, a hard drive and my phone at the same time
I use the Motu M2 since a year and its just awesome. It is possibel to hear the difference and the latency is in that class by far the best. Best in class and never disapointed me.
Any recommendations for audiobook narrations, and voice overs?
@@cheynobi Did you find out somehow?
@@cheynobi The Motu M2 is by far the best for narrations and VO work. I have a degree in audio engineering and I do VOs and I can tell you that it is the best in that price range, simply because it has the lowest latency while still capturing everything with perfect accuracy. It also has more than strong enough mic preamps to even bring an SM7 up to level. You want lower latency for VOs since you need to record while also watching the clip and listening to the other sound cues.
when he showed the 3 comparisons of takes, you could see there was more distinction in the wave form in the motu, considering that was an expensive mic, that should say something.
@@pathnativejam i used the same mic for testing + direct input line signals. The comparsion was between between Motu M2 ,Scarlet 212, Steinberg UR 22 mk2, native instrument komplete audio 2. Arturia Microfuse was not out back then. There was the Motu clear the Winner
I'm bitch for Arturias' design, their products look so good on a desk 🥰
lol! I agree...great looking gear!
The white is so clean
But are they as good as they look..i enjoy their synth programs but hardware is a different feeling for me
funny i was looking for white focusrite scarlets
I'm bitch
My MOTU M2 has worked flawlessly for over a year now. It's a fantastic interface and the latency is insanely low, plus, it has a power switch!
YES! I'm so happy with mine as well. Previously owned a Komplete Audio 6 Mk1 but it was due for an upgrade plus the latency sucked and I had audio clipping every now and then...
@@natevirtual This is my first interface, running on an ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo and using Reaper 64bit. DT770 Pros are really nice with it and the 250-ohm drivers offer enough volume. No real monitors yet but they make a pair of Edifier R1280DB speakers sound pretty good too.
Mine too.
Im ashamed to say it but my motu m4 has better latency then my id44, and the drivers are just insanely more reliable on windows.
I was searching for stuff about the mini fuse but dam the Motu is looking like a dam good option now
i'm amazed by seeing how good the new arturia minifuse is able to compete with the most popular audio interfaces sir, especially it was able to rival the focusrite scarlett 2i2 sir, thanks for the review sir.😀😃😄😁😊☺️😌🙂
Get the one best suited to you needs, budget, and what you can work with. You can always upgrade. Excellent video. Clear, precise, realistic, and unbiased. I shared this in my Flipboard ezine, Axes, Etc. Nicely done!
MOTU is incredible hardware in my experience. Love my M4. My main complaint about the MOTU M2 and the new Scarletts is the lack of the "system audio / direct monitor" fader that the Scarlett 2i4 2nd Gen and the MOTU M4 have. I'm definitely impressed by the Arturia though... might be a game changer compared to Scarletts.
Tell me it is true that motu drivers has problems with windows??
Thanks
@@elikamin5678 no, at least mine doesn't
@@elin3303 thank u
@@elikamin5678 I had issues when I first set it up. It turned out that my issue was actually just the USB extension cable I was running it over. They have instructions for setting up on Windows and if you follow them carefully you should have no issues at all.
@@elin3303is your motu still working. Heard that most of them don't last
I personally tried both the Arturia and Motu and both were impressive to me. I landed on the M2 because of some of the specs and the nice screen, but the Minifuse 2 left an impressive mark. It really boils down to the subtle differences in specs, features, and price point, and what you value. BTW @Sanjay C Very nice vocals!
Some food for thought: If you collborate with vocalists & instrumentalists, having a monitor mix knob enables them to readily adjust their input relative to the bed tracks/full mix to suit their comfort level, their style of singing/playing, and the type of music in each particular track WITHOUT having to ask the recording engineer/tech (i.e. you!) to make the adjustments (and go back & forth - perhaps communicating from one room to another - until the headphone mix has been optimized). If they are recording on more than one song for you, they can make adjustments on the fly more quickly. So, IMHO, the fact that the Arturia interface has the mix knob can be a big plus for many with home studios. Of course, if you use a quality studio headphone amp, it may have a mix knob, and my point becomes moot. Last, the monitor mix knob also can be useful in the same way if you use in-ears when you're doing a gig.
😵🔥It just amazes me how you make every song a Sanjay C song and WOW!!!! The beat and then the beat drop?! Hooow do you hear these beats in your head?! You’re soooooo good! People need to hear and realize your genius more and more! 😬💋😇
Thanks so much! :-D Do you think you're a little biased?
@@SanjayC LOLLLL NO, not at all! 🙃⭐️🥳
@@Only1Dharti I love the fact that you live with such a musical genius and talk to him everyday and yet appreciate him and ask him questions in the comments of the video hahaha
@@this.is.shashwat 😄 Thank you! I love to support him in any way I can! Plus often I’m working myself and we may not be in the same place so I can tell him directly! All forms of communication are positive✨ and ♥️
Do a blind test, you will struggle to tell the difference. Also the AIR feature on the Scarlett can lift the sound. The truth is , technology is so good now and has been for a while that trying to decide on the sound quality is like splitting hairs. Its more likely you would choose one for a feature you want rather than not liking the sound of another. Another crutial aspect of these interfaces is the stability of and latency of the ASIO drivers. The Scarlett has been rock solid on this front and can get very low buffer and latency.
if you are using shitty audio otput devices then yep
@@opt4669 lol someone is toxic
@@clickbaitpro lol just facts
@@clickbaitpro it is noticeable and this guy is probably focusrite fanboy which is not that bad but hey! we have motu m2 and roland rubix 24 out there which is far more great than focusrite in terms of quality/price ratio
Wayne Brown Still. Nobody listening to your mixes would give a shit about which interface you used... And after mixing and eq nobody would be able to tell a difference anyways.
This track 🔥🔥🔥
the mini fuse is a steal for any beginner!
Thanks so much!! :-D
@@SanjayC Upload the song please
I’m just glad I followed Sanjay C’s advice and picked up the Motu M2 last year. Best investment ever 🔥 the thing’s built like a tank and the sound is beauttt!
Same for me, i will clear stay with Motu, driver makes insane fast latency possibel, pre amps are by far the best under 200€ inclusive headphones. And phantom power knob per channel is a must have. i have nothing to complain. Only think about to upgrade somewhen.
Is it still working heard some saying they do not last
There it is the U87 I spotted few weeks back! Nice video Sanjay!
Sanjay, I know it's been 2-years since you made this vid, but wanted to say Thanks! Starting my musical journey and super appreciate your videos. This one helped me pick an AI and I really enjoyed your song. Nicely done - thanks for sharing your passion and talent!
Love your channel Sanjay. Every upload is a gem.
Great review! I have the motu m2 and it’s rock solid . I highly recommend it.. if you bump up to the m4 you get the direct monitor mix knob
"Lets talk after 5 years" 😅
ARTURIA products are always , always top performing
Except their Keylab mk2s. I've gone through 4 of them, each time suffering from fader knobs sending erratic CC values. I believe they are incredible sensitive to even minor dust. The last one that I'm using, I've used with a dust cover, and it's still performing well. The other 2 that I use have issues. Blowing compressed air on them helps from time to time.
this was awesome. I have the 2nd gen Scarlett 2i2. Looking forward to you trying out the newer UAD interfaces when they release. in mix you vocals sound crisp all around! 808s were super crunchy and beautifully distorted. the M2 looks great and sounds awesome. For the price, if you can get one, seems like a steal. I luckily have a headphone amp for my 990 Pros so that's not an issue here.
Thanks so much, my friend! I worked hard on this...its a much grittier take on a classic song! So glad you like it!
I've just returned UAD Volt 2 beause it does not work well with m50x. Way to loud and sound cuts out in one channel on low volumes.
@@LostStylus sorry to hear that!
wait the motu m2 has no direct monitoring - thats a nogo - but the m4 has?
For anyone wondering: i tried HD 650 on motu M2 and it was quite loud enough for me around 60% knob. Maybe it was just me but I didn't like it enough compared to HD 598CS, so returned it back.
Currently testing the Beyer DT1990s and they're awesome too around 50-60% volume level on motu M2 (loving the punch /kicks on this one)
BTW - Awesome video Sanjay!!
Was waiting for this one from some time 🤘😁
Thanks, Dhruv! Let me know how you like the Beyer 1990s!
@@SanjayC update on experience of dt1990:
Liked it better than HD 650. I was able to hear stuff which didn't hear earlier ever from mixes (specially the spitfire's samples and even in TH-cam videos) . Lows were adequate for me. That piercing high? Not experienced it yet, as i haven't used it in long sessions and have recreated only a single piece until now with it.
Still have a month for return window (mind says yes for return but my heart says no 😁)
Ughh the G.A.S. is real in this one (as I was also eyeing some orchestral libraries for black Friday 😂)
Thanks was wondering how they would deal with my 6XX. The Motu ME seems like the one to get it if I want it to replace my headphone dac amp on my desk
Not only interesting comparing, also great singing (voice). 👍🏻👏🏻
Thank you GAD!
I love my MOTU M2. One of the best pieces of gear I've ever bought.
Hi bro. Do u use me on Windows? If yes have u encounter any issues on driver or sound. Thanks 🙏
I have a Motu M4 with a Windows 10 PC, no problems here.
Those Arturias look very nice especially in white I have to admit. I like that they have a 5 year warranty and USB-MIDI in/out. Can't remember the last time I used a MIDI cable. It has all been USB for a while now. I think the MOTU M4 is still top dog for low priced audio interfaces though. Low Latency. Phantom power on each channel. Input Monitor Mix. Loud headphones.
The mini fuse 2 looks just stunning. It holds a USB port which is great because my laptop is full of usbs.
I own the Scarlett 2i2 but now I’m thinking for the mini fuse
GREAT VIDEO ONCE AGAIN 🏆🆙🔥💯💙👍
Thanks! And really happy you like the video!
th you talking about? they're all USB-connected
Downgraded from the Audiofuse rev 2.,very happy with the minifuse 2 , has all the features I need and sounds as good as its big brother. Midi a necessity, machine micro in the usb hub, mix control button used all the time, always stable. a great interface and not just for the price.Excellent review as ever, love your channel.
I really like how you compared these. I don’t think I have seen much of that before for audio interfaces. Had a conversation with a friend on his need for an audio interface and was able to pass along your video! :)
Always love watching Sanjay C Studio Gear reviews, excellent HD quality videos in attractive environments, he finds the best & highly comparable gear that's at reasonable prices. Totally gives a buyer the edge on the latest most sought after gear. A very decent and kind presentation, always. Thank you Sanjay, we really appreciate what you do. My Roland Duo Capture gave up, so based on this review I'm sold on the Arturia MiniFuse 2 and I'm getting it here in South Africa.
How trippy!!! I’ve thought about band 311 several times earlier today, and happen to be watching this video leading up to 3:11 PM, and exactly at 3:11, the bass/synth laying down the iconic riff started.
Oh boy, Sanjay, did I get goosebumps, Universally Fate Endorsed Goosepumps! :)
LOL....wow that is weird!
Thank you for this video - appreciated. It is almost impossible to understand quality difference between these interfaces in TH-cam video, since the audio in TH-cam is highly compressed and cutted. But even in such circumstances, it is evident Motu has much better sound than other two participants. This is proved by technical characteristics: Motu dynamic range is much higher and own noise level in Motu is much lower, than any other interface. The only one cons, which I've observed in Motu - poor of bundle SW (you've mentioned that in your video). So, my choose is Motu.
Love your take on The Cure... In my Audiotechnica M50x, the Arturia and Focusrite sounded almost identical but the Motu was less sibilant with more body. I like them all but Arturia meets my needs the best as it allows me to control my hardware synths :D
I've already pre-ordered the MiniFuse 2. Your review reassured my decision. Thanks!
We need an updated video with the new Universal Audio Volt series of audio interfaces! They just released!
I got the Motu M4 and I think right now is one of the best interface on the market, low latency, 60dB gain on pre-amps, -129 dB EIN and 120 dB dynamic range in outputs (Including Headphones) beautiful LCD meters, Loopback, MIDI outputs, On-Off switch, separate phantom power for each channel, direct monitor for each channel and playback/monitor mix knob.
If Motu can bring the same M4 with ADAT to expand that interface, the others interfaces are doomed.
Bro you killed this track 🔥🔥
Hey Patrick! Thanks so much 🙏🏼 The Cure is my favorite band!
It wasn"t that bad to say he killed it. I think it was pretty good.
What a great in-depth review of these microphones. Your work is impeccable, Sanjay C and I love your voice.
That's some great music, voice, and recording. Congrats on the Neumann!!
Motu is well round interface. For an additional alternative RCA output that always a win for me.
This showed me that Motu is really a monster. It feels like Arturia has a bit warmer sound and I liked it but Motu is quite neutral to me which is great for production. Of course it would require further tests other than vocals to find out. I think Focusrite is really out of the game after Motu.
It really is. I was thinking about getting a Focusrite 2i2 3rd gen until I discovered comparisons to the Motu M2. It basically has all the specs maxed out for the price range and a nice set of features.
It does not have a hardware knob for mixing the playback but it does have buttons for monitoring the inputs - individually or both inputs in stereo if you hold it longer. So it is more of an on/off type of deal but works well for me.
I really like the phantom-power button per input, the power switch in the back and the great volume display.
According to reviews, it also supports demanding headphones (with 300Ω or even 600Ω when maxed out) and damanding microphones (like the Shure SM7B without cloud-lifter, although maxed out with 60 dBA gain, so you may want the Go XLR Mini for its 72 dBA if you are not able to boost the signal in post-processing, e.g. for Discord or Zoom instead of recording with a DAW or streaming with OBS).
Can't go wrong with MOTU. However, the Arturia MiniFuse is a bit cheaper so it may be good value for a good audio quality.
@@BaerentoeterLP Definately upto 300 ohms. Can't say about 600 ohms, depends upon the sensitivity of the headphones. Even focusrite scarlett drives my 250 ohm dt770 fine. I use it at 25 to 50% volume most of the time, they become too loud after that. If you want power, definately go with audient id4 mkii or id14 mkii. They have 3 times more power than motu m2. They can easily drive 600 ohms headphones but hit or miss for lower impedance below 80 ohms
But Motu doesn't have much free softwares like Abelton Live lite etc. and that's why I'm pulling myself from buying that.
For me it was MOTU pretty closely followed by the Arturia, with the Focusrite in third. I own the M4 which has the mix knob that the M2 lacks, So if the additional cost isn't an issue for someone, You get that feature plus the additional I/O. my church had the 4 channel Focusrite, and we were never fully impressed with the sound quality at least through our A&H DLive and EAW PA. So we started using someone's Presonus until we switched over to MOTU's M4's which was an additional step up in sound quality from the Presonus, which was a step up from the Focusrite to begin with. and in regards to MOTU's warranty and reliability Our church also has two MOTU 24 I/O's that have been going strong since 2009, and still sound excellent, So the shorter warranty would probably be a non-issue for me. I also appreciate MOTU not skimping on their preamps in their lower end models, and essentially just opting for less features for their cheaper products without sacrificing sound quality. Great video! I appreciated the unbiased review of the gear.
This is what i'm waiting for! Thanks for the awesome review and comparison sanjay. The MiniFuse can compete as well! But i'm not happy with the MiniFuse1, it's only 1 input atleast they've add 1 instrument input.
Hi Jae...yes I thought so too! Glad they came out with these. I think the MiniFuse 2 is the one to get
@@SanjayC yes! Minifuse 2 will be the best choice.
This sold me so I got the minifuse and I’m just blown away. Great signal for guitar, the bonus plug-ins are great! First time I ever tried recording a guitar track with so many things going on at 24/96 and 3ms latency (you decide the latency and it figures out the buffer, real easy to adjust in Asio panel). Completely different than the Scarlet Solo, it’s just smoother and nicer sounding.
Arturia’s definitely aiming at the guitar player driven music crowd with the plug-in suite. EMT140, 1073 pre, analog chorus, tape delay (holy smokes the presets are like having an fx rack unit). So much better than the Focusrite/Pro Tools thing we’ve been getting repackaged for years & years.
Nice to KN⭕️W!
Hey, are you still satisfied with the Minifuse? I would use it for playing Guitar and plug in a Mic and Headphones for discord mainly.
I am currently deciding between the Minifuse 2, Scarlett Solo 3rd, Evo 4 and Audient iD4 MKII (and maybe Native Instruments Komplete Audio 2).
@@TheFruitcube highly satisfied, two of my kids have the Scarlett Solo but I like the preamps in the Arturia for guitar, everything is just smoother and doesn't get nasly sounding when you crank the input gain. I just have the Minifuse 1, but I'd get the 2 for multitracking.
@@FromZero2HD Thanks so much! I will most likely go for the Minifuse 2 in the near future.
thanks for that video! I'm looking to buy my first interface and this helped me a lot with some of the questions I had about those
Perfect timing, Just about to buy one. Thanks Sanjay
thanks a lot. i spent weeks trying to decide but you helped a lot
Always getting better with new stuff.. looking forward for your assistance
Awesome Review Sanjay...💛💛😍😍
Thanks, Philip! :-D
I love that song anyways! with or without the comparison you did a awesome cover of it!
every video was amazing and to the point. had to go back and use the links to buy everything.
have seen so many of ur videos Sanjay C. Ur high quality contents are so simple, light hearted and pleasant to hear and watch despite being on such highly technical aspects of music and equipments. A huge credit to just basically ur happy to go lucky personality im guessing. Lots of luck and love from ur ancestral country India..😅😊.. and yes Bdw it was so heartening to see u motivate and comment on the channel of an Indian TH-camr Darshit who may not be as popular as u internationally today. Just shows ur nature & character. lots more power to u too buddy. 😊
Awesome review and comparison (as always😁). It would be cool to compare those interfaces with the SSL 2 and 2+. Also, have you heard about the new budget Universal Audio Interfaces? Their just 🤯
Yes, my video on the Volt is coming really soon!
@@SanjayC how difficult would it be to change the monitors on the front to your inputs instead of output, with say, a firmware update?
15 days ago I purchased a Scarlett 2i2. After a few hours of use I realized that I could hear a light "click" regularly. So I pushed the volume of the gain to the maximum to hear better. Yes, there was indeed a noise, a regular click, a bit like a metronome.
So I asked for the audio interface to be replaced. As soon as the new 2i2 arrived I did the same tests. Same results (click, click, click).
I tested both 2i2 with two different computers, a Mac Mini M1 running Monterey and a MacBook Pro 2014 running Big Sur. I used the MacBook Pro on battery power to avoid possible noises that could be caused by problems related to the electrical network (which I don't have anyway). I plugged my headphones into the monitor output, so I could hear the sound directly from the card, without going through the computer. I plugged different cables and different instruments and microphones in the inputs (one at a time) and I pushed the gain to the maximum with and without the activation of the instrument option (inst). The "click" was still very obvious.
I contacted Scarlett and the problem was not solved, they totally deny that their product can have this kind of problem (although I found on the internet other users with similar problems).
So I returned the second 2i2 and my MOTU M2 is coming tomorrow.
I will probably never buy Focusrite products again!
They TH-cam guitar 🎸 community takes money from the makers of Scarlet to promote them and give them praise & worship service .
The Internet is so Dame fake …
How is the motu
@@GrandmasterClady I am very satisfied, the quality is excellent, the meters are very useful (more that this simple led of the Focusrite), the loopback feature is a plus.
Been looking to start recording my guitar and try putting songs together, I have been really enjoying your videos and have been learning a lot, thank you!
Love the production on this song!!!
I really like Arturia because they provide a premium package always.
Just wanted to say your version of this song is awesome. Dig it. All 3 units sounded good.
Thanks so much, Jacob!
The music played in the beginning is amazing dude
Thanks...my own mix of that classic song.
Nice review, Not only specs but we could actually listen to the difference. It would have been nice to include the new Universal Audio Volt which is in the same price range.
I was already inclined to buy the MiniFuse and after watching your video, I'm sure. Thank you
Good morning and thanks for the comparison.
Anytime buddy. What did you think of the recordings? Did you prefer one over the other?
@@SanjayC I was leaning more towards the MOTU before this review now the Arturia has changed my mind. I have a Focusrite 4i4 which I do love but I need another interface to be dedicated to my portable iOS set up.
I greatly preferred the motu for some reason, it just sounded fuller.
Yes, good signal with all frequencies, but particularly in the high mids it stayed fuller longer like you would expect from a high end mic pre.
Sanjay really sanging out here! Not singing, SAANGIN! Motu has my favorite takes
I have a Motu M4 ... It's pretty impressive IMO. It has the monitor mix knob and incredibly good DACs for running out to hardware....
Thanks for the great video! Sold me on the MiniFuse 2, going to order one :)
Nice!! Let me know how you like it!
I have the Motu M2 and have love it since purchase.
Is it still working heard they do not last
@@GrandmasterClady I bought it the same month it was released and it has worked perfectly ever since. I've looked at others since and imo it is still top notch!
I came here for the specs on the Mini-Fuse and was totally surprised to hear that Cure cover!
nice video man, thx. whats the microphone shield you using, seems very lightweight
Hello Sanjay C. Thank you for your review on the three audio interfaces, but I like to ask you for help and recommendations.
I'm an animator new to audio recordings, and I'm currently looking for an audio interface that I can use to start a gaming channel but do live streaming once in a while. I'm also planning to use it for voice acting and recording acoustic guitar sounds as a hobby.
The Focusrite Scarlett Solo, the MOTU M2 and the Native Instruments Komplete Audio 1 sounded high quality from listening to your recordings from your previous TH-cam comparison videos. However, I'm stuck with choosing the suitable interfaces that fit my gaming channel and other hobbies.
What do you suggest that I should pick?
After using many different usb interfaces over the years, and then hearing these= I've COME TO THE CONCLUSION: That microphone was worth every cent.
I'm waiting for the MiniFuse 4 early next year. Suspecting it might be $199. It just has everything I need, so I've been holding off upgrading my audio interface. So many times I've had a Scarlett in my cart and cancelled, and once these were announced I've been settled on the 4.
I tend to get all gear in black but my current black audio interface is in a dark location on my desk and I have problems seeing it very well unless I turn on my desk light, so I'm going for the white version.
It's out and seems about $220! I'm thinking about getting one but now Motu just announced the M6. They're not direct competitors but for my use case they are! Don't need all the inputs of the M6, but want that minimal latency and actual monitoring LCD, and hardware button to turn on direct monitoring! But the Minifuse 4 has 2 USB ports and is a lot more clear and direct about how exactly it can serve two separate mixes to the two different headphone outs. It seems the Motu M6 can kinda do that? But they don't explain it well at all. @SanjayC better clear this up for us 😁
Arturia has style, great performance and afordable price. The sounds is way better then Scarlett everything else is over price and low quality aand cheap plug-ins. Dont hate just being honest! Thank you guys you are amazing!
Great review as always. I just bought the Presonus Studio 24c, per your recommendation in a previous video. Strangely, I completely changed my DAW to Studio One after my purchase. Why aren't more people using this?! It's soooo much better than Ableton and FL Studio.
YES Studio One is great ! i have bought the Studio 68C because of an hardware issue on my brand new Motu M4. Thinking i should buy it directly for the i/O and software package. But Sadly, the level input (even line in) is too low compared to the Motu... i can't keep it after have experiemented the Motu M series.
I got excited about Studio One's potential bc of the things it can do, but when I tried to learn it things were slow going. I went back to my FL Studio. But, getting that DAW with the interface was a nice bonus. I'll give it another try someday. I had just bought FL within the same time period; so may have just not wanted to feel I wasted money!
I'm more intrigued with uad volt inbuilt Compressor, will you do a comparison of those?
Coming soon!
@@SanjayC would like to see if I can plug two volt 276 via mac aggregated device for recording drum too.
@@SanjayC Compare it with an SSL 2 !
Awesome review Sanjay ✌✌.
Thanks so much! Which was your favorite?
@@SanjayC i would go for Arturia minifuse 2🤩. I was almost convinced to buy Scarlett 2i2 3rd gen😅 until i saw your review.
You are doing great.👍👍
I considered Arturia Minifuse but man, look how bright those leds are, just like in their KeyLab midi I tested last year. It is so annoying during nighttime, I ended up getting different keyboard and kept my Scarlett 2i2 gen1.
I love my Motu M4. It was one of the few interfaces I didn't have issues with on a new Ryzen based system. Just worked unlike Focusrite, Universal Audio, Native Instruments, Steinberger and Audient which all cut out and/or had crackling regardless of buffer size. The screen is stupidly useful and can I also mention how much I love that it has a power switch? WHY DO MOST MANUFACTURERS MISS THIS? Plug it in ONCE then power it off when not in use. How is that a hard concept?
Love mine as well, even the headphone amp is pretty decent. If they threw a 789 thx amp in there it would be over. The VU meter is so damn handy if you're doing mic work.
Totally agree. The M2/M4 is an absolute beast and no comparison to the popular focusrites. Just dont plug it into USB 3 and you will be fine.
might u know other interfaces that work well with ryzen systems ?? i recently just ordered a bunch of parts and i was planning to get a focusrite/m-audio interface but this is the first time im finding out theres a difference
@@jwav Really don't know what works well for Ryzen.. All I can say is I had nothing but problems with my Focusrite products. The Motu is very much plug and play
@@JonasNiemannOfficial lol, like there are non-usb3 ports these days. BTW, hat exactly is the problem with it on usb 3?
I love this content so much that I turned on notifications!!! 🔔🤗
For me it's arturia for sure. Not only it looks great but it also solves a problem for me which is the lack of usb ports.
Ufff but the Motu's latency though... not sure again
@@MaxShirshovMusicdame latency!...
One think i dont understand is why brands insist on making interfaces with knobs facing foward when they are ment to be used in a desk, it's rack-like format... WHY? As you rotate knobs your finger hit the desk, it's terrible in terms of ergonomics.
MiniFuse 2 with 37 KeyStep, good combination :) Thank You for a review
Arturia MiniFuse Hands Down
Outstanding information and presentation. Thanks.
Such a great video! I've been looking to upgrade my interface (been rocking the focusrite solo 2nd gen for a few yrs) so this came at the right time, though I'm torn between the minifuse and 2i2.
The differences between 2nd gen 2i2 and 3rd gen is not big. Slightly more headroom in 3rd gen, and some minor details, but it’s not worth an upgrade.
@@lordgraga so would it be better to get the arturia?
@@marvache9652 why even get something different? What’s wrong with the 2i2?
@@lordgraga i only have the solo. I'm trying to upgrade to something else
@@marvache9652 makes sense! I think it’s hard to go wrong with the options you have.
Sanjay! Nice recording!🔥🔥
Thank you David G!
High impedence is not a bigger problem than low impedence. Two different problems: High impedence = high power requirement, low impedence = very low output impedence requirement
That is such a kool arrangement. I love the cure.👍
The focusrite while sounding arguably inferior has a relaxing softness that I really like. The bass line is less present, less dynamic and more in the center and it sucks in the vocals but somehow glues together rather nicely somehow, good separation on the percussion. I hear a lot of negativity about the 2i2s preamps but for the money I think it’s really quite good. The m2 is twice the price but sounds the most professional and natural and balanced. The Arturia sounds really nice and transparent and dynamic with good separation too but haven’t been in the interface game long enough for me to trust them yet.
Sound wise I’d be happy with any of these!
Thank you. And one video about the news interfaces o UA, Volt 276, for example? It would be amazing!
Yes, I'm going to do a Volt video soon
Hey Sanjay, one of my favorite parts of your mic and interface reviews are the songs that you cover. Any chance they are full on another platform?
Stuck with this video, been deciding if i'll get focusrite solo 4th gen or minifuse 2. care to help me out? i'll use it mainly for mixing, mastering and recording vocals.
Love my M2. The headphone impedance matters for me. I’ll probably check out this new interface to compare more!
One thing that no one talks about is the quality of dac/amp among them for listening to music, nowadays we have great amps and dacs for audiophiles, in my opinion interface manufacturers should think about this, because nowadays there is no need to have systems separate, but there is a big auditory difference between interfaces and systems dedicated to audiophilia and this can now be integrated into interfaces for home use.
I love my M4 - though a couple bucks more than the M2, of course. Low latency, monitor mix, great display - does not come in white.
The best track you ever did for a video, it's fucking crazy
I have a Motu 828 mk3 and now one m2 for my house. I am very very happy with this interfaces. Very clean pres with genenerous dinamic range! Good and clean sound And stability. For me the best. Also I had a scarlet v2.. not bad... but motu is better....
Your a great singer too sir
Very nice video 👍
Thank you Alvin! I appreciate that!
Sound quality-wise all three are all fine. But the others win with the extra functionalities like MIDI.
Yes true!
For the Focusrite, pay a little more and go the 4i4. Gives more options for connectivity and there is the Air Function and Pad. Found it more than adequate recording a classical guitar concert and mixing 60/40 close mono mic with a further away stereo mic. Gave a great sound and the mic pairing gave a nice natural ambience without to much audience noise.
I like the Focusrite drivers - reliable.
@@pierrebroccoli.9396 I'm not an own-studio person. So I'm just eyeing for entry models. Wouldn't need more of the same inputs.
And with drivers, not my concern since I use a Mac. ....but then again, I might use a Windows some time.
Thanks!
Hi Sanjay C. You should have included SSL2 interface. That one hyped a lot before.
Great Review!
Are you going to review the Austrian Audio Headphones?
Looks like the MiniFuse has the connectors screwed to the case. This doesn't look as clean as the competitors, but improves durability as there is less stress on the soldering when cables are plugged in. If this kind of quality is applied on the entire design, I believe that it'll last way longer as its competitors.
Pretty informative video but I don't think anyone who's buying a $150-$200 interface is using a $3000 microphone. The thing today is the sound quality is so good, on even budget interfaces, nobody can tell the difference between the preamps in a blind test, and anyone that says they can is full of shit. Find an interface in your price range with the features you're looking for and you're good to go.