Audio Interfaces

An audio interface is a device used to connect your audio sources (microphones, guitar, keyboard etc.) to your computer. It converts analogue signals into digital signals so they are compatible with your computer software for recording. Audio Interfaces also work in reverse, by converting digital signals from your computer into analogue signals for playback over your loudspeakers or headphones. You will need an audio interface if you want to record external audio into your computer.

For a basic recording set-up, it’s unlikely that you'll need more than one mic input for vocals and one instrument/line-level input. Many modern interfaces offer practical ‘combo’ inputs that accept both XLR and 1/4-inch jack cables. 

Choosing an audio interface is usually based on:  budget, quality of converters, amount of inputs/outputs, additional type of connectity such as Dante or MADI, features such a MIDI interface or DSP intergration.

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