I highly recommend FOCUSRITE. Presonus and MAudio are also decent and very easy to use.

Things to look for in your choice.

1. Be sure it uses native ASIO and not wrappers and proprietary codecs.
2. Be sure it has both low and high impedance inputs.
3. Be sure it has phantom power for condenser mics.
4. Select the number if inputs and outputs you will need. Note: unless you record live bands, most home studios are just fine with 2 inputs. (stereo)
5. It should have a USB connection to the computer. Earlier models such as mine were firewire connected and the chipset had to be compatible or else glitches occurred.
6. Avoid those 2 in one multi-device contraptions. Those things are gimmicks and can be problematic when trying to work with them.

Aside from that.... find the one that fits your needs and get it. For a new one, budget around $250 and you should be able to get something that works well and you will be happy.

Last edited by Guitarhacker; 05/21/20 04:40 AM.
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