Good call, might surprise you.

The audio stays digital until it gets to Focusrite, then their convertors turn it into audio

The Surface was trying to do the conversion (which is not it's forte) and then a headphone level signal was trying to drive the PA input (mismatch).

The new choice should make a difference, but just know, the SOLO will draw its power from the Surface USB (no other power supply) so keep that plugged in.


I do not work here, but the benefits are still awesome
Make your sound your own!