XLR Interfaces Are Getting SO GOOD - (Best Features and Worst Problems)
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- GoXLR has been KING for a while, but Elgato and AVerMedia are giving it some competition.
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Gonna have to redo this whole freaking video when the Beacn Create is finally launched. That thing looks dope. Which device is your favorite?
So no Nexus update? Because I think I'm going to love it.
Motu M2/M4 lineup are easily my favorite for audio interfaces. You should give them a look, definitely a better interface than the scarlett.
Have to say goxlr! As a musician too faders nobs are so crucial for me. Love my goxlr just got it couple days ago. Was using Voicemeeter Potato and still do when i take my laptop to my work to connect to another pc but the functionality of the goxlr and the software is amazing. Thanks Harris for another amazing video!
Have you heard of the Presonus Revelator IO24 ? It looks promising on paper!
I would go with the GoXLR, no pun intended. It is $220 at Sweetwater and I think it provides a better value than the WaveXLR. The WaveXLR appears to be a stripped down Audient Evo with wave software. To me it is overpriced for what it offers. I would think $149 would be a more fair price and if it had the better inputs.
thank you for diving into the content without having fillers or a 5 min commercial about how well you’re doing farming us. respect you harris
I have the Scarlett. And I couldn’t agree more with how you graded it. It has one job in mind and it does it just fine! I’ve had no issues with my and the light on the gain nob tells me when I’m peaking too much or I’m too turned up too high etc. I would suggest it to anyone with an XLR mic that doesn’t care too much about streaming
I’ve been considering reasonable upgrades for quite some time, and this helped me have a clearer understanding of the different XLR interface options and why they work for different purposes. Thank you!
I really dig that the hair light has softened and doesn’t cast too many shadows anymore. Thanks for the comparison, I still love my GoXLR for streaming.
I'm buying the Wave XLR -- This was the video that convinced me. Thanks Harris for clear, entertaining, and honest gear reviews. I love your channel.
I'm still holding out for what BEACN has to offer - I have high hopes.
Haven't heard of that one. What's it going to be?
@beacn
same! but I hope we don't need to wait too much longer for details, I've been in the market for an interface for AGES now, haha
Is there a link to the site for this new product coming out soon? I cant find it online.
I hear ya. I collect equipment so I'm not pressed. I got 2 yeti. Snagged a goxlr super cheap recently. Gonna probably grab a sm7b. For those that dont know the TC-helicon (goxlr guys) started beacn. They are showing some promising things. Check em out.
Yamaha MG 10XU is still one of my fave devices. Because I've upgraded my audio interface recently, I just use it mainly as a monitor controller for several devices (one of which is my PC) but having the extra inputs has come in handy when the proverbial hits the fan LOL
I would say the feature you missed was the 1/4" on the Scarlett Solo. Not a common thing for a streamer to want or need, but I was surprised and intrigued that you were including the device at all. There are people out there (even you as a musician) who might want that functionality, even though it is quite budget-level.
i'd love to see an updated version of these or a "setup suggestion per budget bracket" including the Beacn Stuff, and mic suggestions.
would be nice for people who are thinking on upgrading their stuff, especially if upgradability was a factor
Thanks bro I value your audio equipment knowledge and experience. I'll get the Go-XLR.
I had absolutely no idea what to look for in an interface...so this definitely helped a ton!!!
Hey Harris!! Great comparison! Though I am surprised you didn't wait to add the new Beacon products coming.
However, if I had to pick a device you missed, I'd recommend the Evo 4/8 Audio Interface from Audient. They have a great form factor similar to the Wave XLR, but are between the Wave and the Solo as far as features. More I/O option than both. And cheaper than the GoXLR and even the the Evo4 is same as the Solo with better features. Thanks for the great video
Your videos are amazing, man! Thank you for being so wonderful
Nice choice on background music! That is one of my fav Streambeats!
I have the focusrite 3 solo which i've used for a while, but this video convinced me to get the GoXLR Mini. Just more options, not too big, and a bit more gain. Gonna wait until black week and probably pick this up! Subbed and thank you :)
I love the Elgato XLR, you mentioned you gotta use the mouse, or buttons to control the sliders. I found a neat little work around. I use my old tablet as a third monitor/usb monitor on my pc. So I just project the Wave Software interface to my tablet and turned it into a touch screen GOXLR basically. so I just slide the sliders via touch screen instead of having to tab out to tweek settings. its nice.
That's a brilliant idea, never would've thought of that. I didn't realise you could use a tablet as an extra monitor/extended desktop, is that easy to do? Doesn't have to be a windows tablet does it?
@@lachlanbell8390 nope. I use one of those small android tablets.
@@pepsilove6306 how'd you do that?
@@beans314 cant post the link, but there is plenty of YT tutorials on how to turn a tablet into a usb monitor. or if you feel like wasting a nice chunk of change, you can get a usb to display port wire.
Awesome, insights! I've just entered this market and this info was KEY
Nice comparison video- good information as usual!🙌🏼🙌🏼
What a good video man! love your content and helps out so much!
Great video Harris!! Sam, awesome job on edits as always!!!! Or Scott. Lol love ya guys keep it up!!
I just got the yamaha AG03 and I love it. It has everything I was looking in a interface/mixer, Comp, EQ and effects.
I’m not a streamer so for the Focusrite Solo is perfect for me. I have a ElectroVoice RE320 plugged into it and it sounds fantastic out of that little guy. I just needed something to get my mic into my computer for vocal recording and that did the trick. So simple!
That’s a great combo !!
I agree! Also appreciate how simple it is to route audio out of the Scarlett and into my studio monitors. Picked up a pair of KRK Rokit 5 Classics recently and it was as simple as plug and play.
I almost like Re20 with scarlet better than Shure sm7b and cloud lifter better. Shure pics up my cello really wel. I game and play music on stream !
That´s the most overrated interface ever, EVO 4 from audient cost same money but does much more than that, it has smart gain, two mic inputs and loopback
I actually bought a Focusrite Solo JUST for the ability to have my headphone volume control on my desk. The ability to use it as a mic interface when I upgrade my mic from a USB mic... is a bonus to me
Would love to know if they’ve fixed any of the Nexus issues.
Great video, thanks for making it :)
One thing would be good to mention that there's been "XLR Interfaces" for over 30 years (modern style for maybe 15-20 years) with good preamps and AD-converters so there's plenty, PLENTY to choose from especially on the used market if you're just looking for a USB interface. It's not just the Focusrite Scarlett.
It would be really cool to see your opinion on this topic when didicated to console streaming and audio. I've really struggled to simplify my setup while providing the best experience for my viewers. The Series X for example removed the optical port so some of the older interfaces don't work. The largest issue is isolating game/team chat and my physical mic audio. I am newer as you can tell, but there has to be a easier way.
Love the Scarlett- but yeah it’s for music basically. I can plug in mics and DI guitar- run through ProTools or a comparable system it’s great. But that’s really it’s function
I love the idea of a hardware slider instead of a software controlled one, even if it takes up more space
Yea because i don’t want to have to keep scrolling through different apps it takes too much time
Definitely helped me out, thinking about doing a Wave XLR with a PC panel for the faders, though I am also waiting to hear see what the Beacn Create has to offer, and maybe it'll give me good reason to use it instead!
If you got a old tablet laying around, you can connect it to your pc using a displayport to usb cord and just slap the Wave XLR panel on it and use it as a touch screen fader. my old samsung tablet that was in the junk drawer is now my dedicated WaveLink interface.
I've got the full-size GoXLR, and I absolutely adore it. Wouldn't trade it for the world at this point.
For a traditional mixer I think the best option is the Yamaha AG03 but another device I was interested in is the Tascam MiniStudio. It was discontinued for a while but re-released recently.
Definitely helped me, you’re the man!!
I got the Focusrite early last year so I can do music stuff at home during lockdown stuff. I've ended up streaming with it, and it works pretty well, nice and simple.
The Wave XLR in my shopping cart loves this video.
This did help me a lot. Currently using the Scarlet Solo and considered getting the Wave XLR. Still on the consideration list but not a NEED right now.
I got the scarlet solo for my birthday and I love it too
When I started streaming I just used my studio set up. My Rode Nt1a and Gen 1 Scarlett solo has had people asking if im using a Shure (My mic is offscreen)
The fact you just plug a mic into it is perfect. I routed VST's in from my Reaper DAW and tweaked it until it sounded good in monitoring. Compression and gain made up for the shortfall in dB
Would take that over getting plug and play/USB for just streaming due to being able to control every single aspect of my mic
I really prefer the wave xlr because of it's functionality and simplicity plus how compact it is
I personally use linux for my streaming pc and that limits my options. I can say that my scarlett 2i2 combined with a cheap usb midi mixer works as great as most of the other options, but it is considerably more setup. But i personally find that it works consistently and with incredible os integration, as you can integrate seemlessly.
11:29 So the other thing here that is a dealbreaker for the GoXLR mini for me is that digital knobs that turn forever in both directions work regardless of whether their values change either in the software, or if say your cat walks on the keyboard and changes the value (of a GoXLR fader), and since GoXLR mini faders aren't motorized then you have a discrepancy between the physical fader and its value on the digital side. That to me is a deal breaker and it's something you don't have to deal with, with knobs like the Avermedia option has.
Love the reviews and the channel, but I thought I should point on you should say the Elgato Wave is the only one that comes with its own software to give you those features. There are other options out there. While I don't disagree with your assessment the the XLR mics offer you more flexibility and options much more easily, you do have other albeit sometimes clunky options out there. ie. I use a Blue Yeti with Audio Hijack and Loopback.
I would love too see a comparsion to voicemeeter. Alternatively also interesting could be the Soundcraft UI series or the new mackie onyx mixer
Been looking at the Wave and GOXLR for a bit now. Probably gonna go with the wave. the software looks solid and the hardware looks simple enough.
great video king! would you ever possibly do a Reaper plug-in video in relation to extra EQ for the GoXLR?
Running the GOXLR mini and Rode Podmic. Such a good combo.
I love my scarlet. Glad I had it from when I went from recording music to streaming. There's tons of free plug INS out there.
for something in the price range of a GoXLR, but with WAY more channels and physical faders for each, Tascam Model 12 or 16 is a great option. Class compliant, each input shows up in OBS so no need for extra software, & preamps sound great.
Yeah those are dope
After watching this I'm in love with the Nexus and love love love the Elgato software. Since my goal is to use two PC's for broadcasting I'd love to know in what direction I should go and if anything thinks that some type of software overhaul is in the future for Nexus
I'm glad I watched your video. I was thinking of buying an XLR mic and interface. But it looks like I'll hold off on buying one until you have a review on what BEACN has to offer.
Thanks! Now I will seriously consider using the Elgato Wave hardware! 🙏
I really prefer the MG10XU to any of the streamer specific interfaces, but my audio is coming from several different sources (more than the GoXLR can handle). Really weak preamps though, a cloudlifter is required for most dynamic mics.
Great video!
I currently use the Yamaha MG10XU and though its worked great for years I recently decided to make the switch to the Wave XLR because you can just pass the gaming PCs audio from through the Elgato 4K60 Pro Mk2 into OBS so there is no need for a GO XLR for the dual PC setup.
Only reason I could see getting one for is if you want extra control or to be able to talk to people on your gaming PC but 99% of the time I'm in Discord with my friends or viewers on my streaming PC where all of this is hooked up anyways.
I definitely think that Elgato should come out with a full on direct competitor to the GoXLR or Beacn with the extra I/O and functionality. Call it the Wave Mixer for let's say $350. It would be sold out instantly.
killer function for me is VST support in chain directly in wave software. Set default Mic with FX in windows FOR ALL APPLICATIONS is very very convenient
Audient evo 8 is something I have my eye on, it actually has software from what I've seen but curious to how powerful it is in a software environment, curious to see if you are able to get your hands on that (for some reason the evo 4 is not supported)
Great video. I use a wave 3 into a iPad DAW on iOS using apple’s usb/Power adapter and it works great. Even the clip guard works. I’m hoping the wave xlr works the same.
Love ya man! I’ve been trying to decide between the GoXLR and the Elgato for starting streaming, so it was nice to see some other options too. Definitely leaning towards the GoXLR Something about having the analog hardware faders in front of me really tickles my audio engineerhood. Feels quicker too. I can hopefully do without submixes. Happy streaming!
Same here but I’ll go with the goxlr mini
But for record singing what is the right choose?
Hey, I'm still rocking the Yamaha MG10XU for my streaming PC! I am on the market for an audio interface for my recording PC however and this video was extremely helpful!
Do you plan on doing a 2 pc setup with the wave 3 ? Something I really would love to see! I have the Elgato wave 3 and trying to get this all set up PROPERLY lol! Great job on your videos!
I think the Native Instruments komplete audio 1 is also really good,as a budget option
very useful, thanks
I just got my shure mic so I plan on buying the Elgato xlr. I have 2 stream decks and Elgato foot pedal. Very functional and each button depending on scene or what it may be that impacts audio automatically fades to the corrected inputs and outputs. I need to continue to use all 9 channels for the way i have my stream set up with the use of extra auxiliary’s. I don’t plan on doing a duel pc setup anytime soon being how beefy my current rig is so this is perfect choice for my streaming experience.
Thank you for the video. Please consider doing a software based video like this, assuming there's content. I have simple needs, send my gaming PC mic audio to my streaming PC without extra hardware. Voice Meter works, but it's a bit overkill for that application, can be tricky to setup for some, and it's constantly breaking due to various system updates. Maybe ask Elgato if they're working on something? :)
wave mic arm review??
Imo nothing beats the MG10XU assuming you are willing to learn the ins and outs of the board. Having on-board compression, EQ, panning, a total of 4 mic pre amps with 64 db of gain, 24 on board effects, all for ~$200 and the added cost of having to learn how to use it makes it one of the best interfaces if you want bang for your buck.
As someone who doesn't stream the goxlr is perfect. Can plug a good quality mic into it and have physical faders all I would ever need. And it's way cheaper in the eu then in the us it seems.
Was thinking of getting go xlr but I wasn’t aware of the submix issue. Thanks
Uploaded 3 minutes ago and I loved every minute of this video!
The Scarlett did have a particular sound through my studio monitors, but it's the interface I use so I'm kind of use to hearing it *shrug*
The Nexus is very appealing for livestreaming purposes. Maybe they'll have it sorted by the time I can afford it. Songwriting streams using the Nexus and Scarlett in tandem come to mind.
Love to see you review the Looper Deck Live for Streaming purposes.
Just picked up the wave xlr. I was using a zoom podtrak p4. I love the wave link software. Now time for the stream deck +
Just upgraded from my Scarlet Focusrite solo to the wave xlr! Couldnt be happier 😁
I’m doing the same! I need that audio control for my teammates ! Have you researched if it’s better than the goxlr?
@@andrewkromholz4434 short answer, if you aren’t planning on getting a 2 PC setup, 1000% do it its so useful and cheap compared to the goxlr
It's definitely not as small as these devices but I would like to see you talk about the rodecaster pro for streaming. They have made changes that make it good for live broadcasting.
I love the rodecaster pro. I use it for podcasting. It's one of the best podcasting audio interface/mixer out there. However, if you want to use multi channel option for OBS, you can't or you have to do a workaround with a plugin. Other than that, it's very useful and very wide.
I use the Rodecaster Pro for streaming. It works really well. I don't care about multichannel into OBS though... I use the Rodecaster's built in audio effects to EQ it.
@@heyjaywilson To each it's own. I agree the EQ on it is great.
I just said this
Nice work 🎆✨
didnt know ya played some sweet axes back there! nice \m/
Harris! I highly recommend the Motu M2 interface. It has a headphone amp that can easily drive high-powered headsets like my Beyerdynamic DT770 250ohm, It has enough power to drive a SM7B without a cloudlifter, and the VU meters in front are very good for watching your clipping. The preamps are very clean with an extremely low noise floor. I'm surprised more people aren't talking about it. Especially for $169 dollars. The only complaint I have about it is that there isn't an input blend knob between self-monitoring and the game. That comes on the Motu m4.
I don't know why more people don't talk about it. Dual inputs, plenty of gain for 48v mics, high headphone output power and a 1/4" jack for real headphones. Clean dac. Man I love my Motu M2
@@TearlessGosling It's godly and needs to be talked about more. I wanted to go for the Scarlett 2i2 initially but then I did my research. Such a good bang for your buck!
A VERY IMPORTANT THING, depending on your microphone, with GoXLR vs GoXLR Mini, is the fact that the Mini only has 24v Phantom Power for your condenser mic, should you have one, whereas the GoXLR has full 48v, which is the most common for condenser mics.
The GoXLR MINI is the only device NOT providing 48v Phantom power.
the GoXLR, the Focusrite Scarlett, The Wave XLR, and the Nexus all provide 48v.
What are you talking about? The mini has 48v phantom power
@@confusedannoyed9901 It does not. Read the manual. "Phantom power +24 V, switchable via control app"
@@maxadrums so it does…….you said it didn’t provide it, not that it did, but you had to do something via the app. Your comment makes it seem like if you have a condenser microphone it won’t work with a go xlr mini which is not the case.
@@confusedannoyed9901 it won’t. And it doesn’t have 48v phantom power. Your two options with the MINI is to have it off, or have 24v phantom power. There is no option for 48v phantom power on the Mini, then you need to buy the full goXLR.
At this point I’m starting to think you might be a troll account though, but hopefully some people get something out of this conversation that clears things up.
GoXLR Mini: 24v phantom power
GoXLR: 48v phantom power.
Most condensers will require 48v to work properly.
@@maxadrums agreed, like condenser microphones are able to work on a go xlr mini, I own one and use an at2035 on it and have also used a neat worker bee on it with zero issue and the same sound quality as my wavexlr. Sorry you we’re confused.
I could watch videos about audio interfaces endlessly, love mics and all 😁. Great stuff, man. What about more expensive devices? Do they make sense? Like Apollo twin, that costs $1000.
Hey Ron apollo is not sreamer friendly since its a dedicated interface for recording raw audio. I strongly not recomend high end stuff unless you know your stuff. If you're just starting out buy the focusrite solo it's hands down the best buget mic for your buck anything that say's its gonna change your mic is just a bunch off bloat, unless you know how to eq you're not gonna need it. Im saving you the burden of buying such expensive toys. Hope this was helpful in anyway. The best producers dont need the best gear.
I got a combo of a MOTU M4 audio interface, a KORG Nanokontrol 2 DAW controller, and two Shure Beta 58A microphones. I got so much control on so many channels of audio, using two microphones, two cameras and still… it’s not for everyone. My setup is for control freaks who don’t mind putting work into it. But the outcome in my humble opinion humbles all of the choices in this list.
5:50 So two things here-- one statement, one question: 1. The OBS VSTs will be applied to the entirety of the stream audio, not only the microphone. 2. The Wave XLR has clip guard and various low and high pass filters so do we really need a compressor?
Its not really the topic of this video, but every feature of the nexus can be added to the focusrite solo with software/additional hardware (routing audio through a DAW, and a macro controller). I'd be interested to see a comparison of one of those DIY set ups vs the more polished all in one solutions here
You should do a budget comparison. The M-Audio M-track duo. $70 xlr audio interface. This thing is amazing!
I love how every video with the wave software Harris has to brag about coming up with linking the sub mixes XD
Simple question, shouldn't you choose 320 bitrate for audio while streaming on twitch instead of 160? Or it doesn't make any audible change due to stream compression + all other sounds?
Not sure how you're audio monitor is setup on the nexus i.e. is there some sort of "monitor out" jack that you can plug your headphones into? If this is the case, could the hiss you hear in your headphones and not in the recording be from a ground loop?
i have 3 of the 4 devices. Gotta say, really love the GOXLR, but hate that it doesn't work on my macbook. love the sliders and the I/O. I do like the Wave XLR quite a bit too. They just need to put some EQ functionality in the software and it's almost perfect. Only physical adds which would be nice are a few knobs/sliders and maybe a decent line-out of some kind.
Great review! Noticed this is a year old and am wondering if the Nexus software has improved at all?
You should definitely check out the Universal Audio Apollo interfaces.. Super high quality and they have plugin support.
Can you do a comparison of the GoXLR and the RØDECaster Pro? I know some differences about them but you and I generally have the same preferences on things so, I’d like to hear your thoughts on the two comparisons.
About two years later, I'd say by now the Wave XLR is elevated to legendary status just from the additions they've made and the additional tools that they've developed.
Wave XLR now has built-in VST's that you can add to the Wave Link software on a per-input basis, which means that literally every source of audio can have its own VSTs running. On top of this, they've also released the Stream Deck + which has programmable knobs that you can not only use to adjust the volume of Wave Link, but also use it with a ton of other tools.
The increase in overall price to have that functionality would probably be the only detractor, though--$159 for the Wave XLR and $199 for the Stream Deck +. It's worth it if you use it, though.
I mean this isn't helpful to everyone BUT I do know some streamers who have a gimmick or a rare stream where they play an instrument, OR where they play Rocksmith while they stream and to those people, the scarlett is of obvious benefit with its ability for you to plug in an instrument with a 1/4 jack
I use the SSL2 USB interface the one with 2 inputs
Rode Podmic and Wave XLR is an awesome minimalistic microphone setup.
My Wave XLR arrives tomorrow...so when I saw this video my first thought was "great, now Harris is gonna tell me I should have just bought a GoXLR instead..."
So, happy to see the Wave is actually gets the seal of approval. Extra happy because I'm using it with an MV7. It's like you made this for me... :p
old comment but how did you like the wave xlr? still using it?
i like how the AVerMedia Livestreamer Nexus has a Line out for Audience for a second PC
Thank you! Helped me realize I should keep my GoXLR for the time being. Also, avermedia and crap software? That's a first /s
So I find that Reaper Plugins make my zoom calls ~700ms lagged audio wise... SO I'd be super interested in latency added by different systems EQ/etc. Perhaps its due to LightHost I'm using to run the VSTs, but I haven't had time to check it (yet).
Bit late to the party but seeing I'm currently in the market and your video didn't answer my question and you asked :P You only covered the mic input side of audio interfaces, whilst yeah thats important, its also important to me to manage my balanced outputs, having maybe spdif output, inbuilt headphone amp/dac, output swapping if I want to maybe use IEM's instead. I'm probably trying to have my cake and eat it too... what can I say, I like cake and I want all the stuff with shiny knobs ;). Ty again for keeping up the amazing vids.
bruh what are the odds i legit JUST started searching for audio interfaces to use on my stream and you post this 😂😂😂
I'd love to see your view on the Rodecaster Pro although it is clearly focused on content creation.
Only reason I go for the Scarlett 2i2 is the balanced 1/4" line out for monitors
What about the Zoom PodTrak P4 Podcast Recorder? It has 2 in 2 out for XLR, can be used as a standalone recorder, or an audio interface, and has 70db of gain on its pre-amp. Has nobs, and 4 programmable buttons. I think the only thing it's missing is submix which might be a deal breaker for some, but it might be a great option for others. The availability to record on it's own can come handy for youtube videos as well especially if you're recording in a space away from your computer.