Audio Interface for MuLab

[d.vyd]

Hi. I'm hoping that some people in the forum can recommend a particular USB audio interface for me to use with MuLab or recommend manufacturers known to have good ASIO drivers. Here are my minimum requirements:

1. low noise for price
2. one input with preamp for a single mic or instrument
3. stereo out
4. headphone jack
5. sample rate of 96khz+
6. solid drivers
7. under $200 (USD)

I would value a MIDI in/out as well, but it is not absolutely necessary.

I was thinking of Behringer's U-Phoria (UMC404HD https://www.music-group.com/Ca ... HD/p/P0BK1) which sells for $100. It has more inputs and outputs than I need, but otherwise looks ideal. I have no idea about the quality of the drivers.

I would welcome your advice.
-d. vyd

[mutools]

Personally i'm currently using a Roland Duo Capture Ex and am very happy about it.

[dakkra]

I use a Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 V2. A bit low on IO but it has a very low (My AT2035 is noisier) noise floor. The plugin collective is also a nice add on with all Focusrite products. Up to 192khz and extremely low latency, assuming your computer can keep up with it.

https://www.amazon.com/Focusrite-Scarle ... usrite+2i2

If you don't need the IO and just need one in and one out you can look at the Solo as well.

https://www.amazon.com/Focusrite-Scarle ... 2B2i2&th=1

Cheers,

Dakkra

[d.vyd]

Thank you Dakkra & Mutools. Those both are interfaces I will consider.

Is there a reason to have more than 2 audio-ins and 2 audio-outs if I will only be recording one instrument or vocal track at a time and do not have any external hardware? I suppose I would want 4 outs if I was working with a four speaker setup.

Does anyone have experience specifically with Behringer audio interfaces and ASIO drivers?

[Taifunk]

Does anyone have experience specifically with Behringer audio interfaces and ASIO drivers?

I have often used the UMC 202HD and it works really well ,no problems with drivers.

[d.vyd]

That is good news. Thank you!

[Taifunk]

That is good news. Thank you!

You're welcome d.vyd,
However,I would not recommend this particular model(UMC 202 HD).
If I have to choose a Behringer I would go for the UMC 204 HD.

[d.vyd]

Taifunk,

Focusrite products are known for low latency and low noise. Did you experience noise or latency with the UMC 202HD?

-d. vyd

[Taifunk]

Taifunk,

Focusrite products are known for low latency and low noise. Did you experience noise or latency with the UMC 202HD?

-d. vyd

Unfortunately, I can not make a comparison,Often used the 202 HD with a setup for dj or to record some bass/guitar part,no latency problem, rather I'm always surprised by the quality for the price range,but about noise really I do not know give you a correct answer,I can only say that the new UMC series is light years ahead compared to the old Behringer series.

[d.vyd]

OK. Thank you!

[Taifunk]

I corrected some words in my previous post,as always forgive my bad English.

[d.vyd]

The Behringer U-PHORIA UMC404HD is hard to find right now in the U.S. I've ordered mine and hope to get it in early to mid-April.

[Taifunk]

Two months is a lot of waiting time, I hope you found it at least for a good price.

[d.vyd]

Most U.S. shops have it at $100 now. I think it is a good price.

I'll be looking at vocal and general purpose mics soon. I've posted a question about mics here if anyone wants to advise me:

http://music.stackexchange.com/question ... -under-150

[Taifunk]

Good price,I can not find it at that price here:)
regarding the mics unfortunately I can not help.