Wait are you being serious about this comment being a dislike button alternative? Thats actually very commendable, it takes a lot to actually value and pay attention to your dislike counts, it takes even more to go out of your way to make it available to people.
It’s a bit of a meme, and I know people will click it because it’s funny, but even though I don’t use dislike buttons to inform my viewing habits, I’ve heard from enough people that it does, so having a comment like this will have to be a bridge to fill that need for those who want that information.
My old M-Audio M-Track Plus is on the way out and I'm looking for a replacement from this decade. Your channel is a lifesaver for weighing up my options. Thank you for these fantastic reviews, love how much fun you're having testing this stuff.
I really would have liked to see a comparison of guitar inputs too, both clean and hi-gain without a noise gate (to see how noisy it is compared to others).
Thanks for the excellent review. Have watched a couple of review of this interface on Indian CZcams channels and they have highlighted the software bundle a lot. Definitely going to be a big factor in a price sensitive market like India.😊
Hey Podcastage, thank you for the awesome review, and new comparison between preamps on different competitive cards is gorgeous, thanks a lot for your efforts!
One thing I haven't seen interface demos haven't done is - how big real-time plugin load drivers can take without starting to crackles & pop. I've experienced a wide difference in that with interfaces, but it's also dependent on background CPU load too. By the real-time, I mean tracking session situation (64 sample buffer as max).
I appreciated the new test. I’m also glad that you could only do three. I agree that three provide enough context. I especially appreciated your point at the end about how to choose an audio interface given the current market. Thank you for the great video!
There are several decent choices for "step above entry level" audio interfaces (and the quirky Audient Evo 4 is a mighty nice budget choice) and this is one of them. It's $20 cheaper and a bit longer than the Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 3rd generation but it has loopback. The 2i2 is kind of the benchmark so I will compare it to that model. The low end is a hair thinner than the 2i2 but the real screwy thing is the metering. Focusrite got some flak for just having input metering being lighted dials that change color (green, yellow and red) instead of "real" metering as in the Motu M2 (a bit more expensive and bigger than the 2i2 but with loopback and good audio across the board). Arturia offers output metering similar to Motu but the input metering is worse than the 2i2 -- it only flashes red (and with a bit of a delay) when clipping. The green-to-yellow zone is more helpful in maintaining recording levels. Arturia should have gravitated closer to the Motu. Arturia gets some rave reviews but I don't see it as the greatest thing since sliced bread. The cheaper Audient Evo 4 is plastic and quirky but good sound while the somewhat more expensive Motu M2 is low noise, great metering and arguably a better lower end. The 2i2, even in 3rd generation, is getting long in the tooth and maybe Focusrite will incorporate the best of the competition in the update (and then again maybe not). If you can live with the quirks and metering, then this would be a good choice. The preamps are certainly clean enough and it's $50 cheaper than the Motu M2 which recently had a price increase. The cheaper Evo 4 has loopback, clean gain preamps and incremental metering (though learning the red zone is trial and error with the Evo 4) in its plastic body. The 2i2 has the "vintage" air circuitry (which I don't use) and a bit richer sound. With all the flak the 2i2 gets over metering Arturia should have offered what Motu does, not worse than the 2i2. Many people will never use loopback although it's nice to have and Focusrite should have included it in the 2i2 3rd generation. I can't "officially" recommend the Arturia because of the metering. If that's not a problem and you can live with a bit thinner low end then you'll save $20 over the 2i2 by getting this. Certainly competent but not the greatest thing since sliced bread. If you can spend $50 more, get the M2 and don't look back.
I have the Evo 8, Evo 16, Motu M2, and have had the Scarlett 4i4 and 8i6 3rd gens. Favorite of the bunch is the M2. Put the Evo 8 on main computer audio duty for now, figuring out some quirks (USB C 1.5 amp power required for phantom power to all 4 mic inputs ((powered USB A hub won't work to get all 4)), other audio sources won't play if you have your DAW open - unless you set Windows audio to be the same bit/sample rate as your DAW, and setting the proper source for loopback to actually work... Pain, but doable). Oddly, the Evo 16 doesn't have as many quirks as the Evo 8. Lol. But yet, here I am, looking at other interfaces, always shopping and comparing. :)
Evo 4 is such a mess of an audio interface. Even in a week using it I couldnt figure out how to control this stupid controls. It's WAY worse than not having good clipping indication, no matter how good the hardware is.
The form factor/design is also a big differentiator for me. I went with the SSL2 because I wanted all of my cables to come out the back. That facial hair is coming along. ;-)
Yeah different designs for different needs. Musicians will most likely prefer it at the front due to easy port access. I bought the iD14 for my broadcast/guitar setup. So those will never have to be plugged and it makes the desk look cleaner. But now I am looking at one with two front ports for the more creative stuff.
@@youtubecomentator3852 ma aaile focusrite 2i4 use garchu, but tyo Mero afno haina. Untreated room bhako hunale ma sm57 use garne sochirachu as my main microphone. Tesaile Malai ekdam quiet preamp bhako audio interface chahirathyo. Arturia minifuse nai linuparla. Software package ni babbal raicha
Thank you for the review, Bandrew! I was close to buy the Arturia MiniFuse 2 but decided for the MOTU M2 instead. Always entertaining and relevant content.
@@arash5550 motu has some of the best drivers on windows allowing for some of the lowest latencies in the price range. Negligible difference between preamps. But like Bandrew said, "at this price range, all audio interfaces are good enough for most people"
Solid choice. Cant go wrong with Motu. I will say it looks like the Minifuse is breaking into the top 3 (alongside Audient’s interfaces) for me! 1. Motu 2. Audient 3. Tie - Arturia & Focusrite
A year late to this video, but since I already own the ”Big Daddy” Arturia AudioFuse Studio and love, it was natural to see what you think of the Fuse Mini. I'm shopping for a simple 2 channel that I can use with my iPad and a midi controller, a touring friendly combo. Just discovered the Loopy Pro app and I'm now almost convinced this interface is going to be great. But, I'll still check your take on the ID4 first, that's a bit sturdier for travelling, I dunno… Thanks for the great video, nice guitar playing!
Thanks for the shootout of the interfaces, I thought the Audient was slightly brighter than the other two, but maybe it's just me. Looks like a great entry level interface, might pick one up for a portable solution
MOTU M2 all the way. A ton of great features (choose 48v power separately, on/off switch, the display, build like a tank, Midi in/out, Direct Monitoring, Loopback function) and it sounds killer.
[16:57] "If you're a musician, get the Minifuse 2. That additional input is going to come in handy. You may think you just need one microphone, but down the road, you may want to connect a guitar, you may want to get a second microphone and do a stereo XY-having that additional input will be invaluable for you." To anyone who wants to buy a budget audio interface: LISTEN TO THIS MAN!!! The additional money will be worth it! I bought a used Scarlett Solo 3rd gen earlier this year, and it works great. But I still wish that I had that second XLR input. For music recording, not being able to record a second microphone is PAINFUL.
The Focusrite also lets you output to one channel, which the Motu does not, at least in Windows. (Don't know about the others.) It's a very small point, but there are softwares that don't let you record as 1-channel when the input is 2-channel, which might mean you have to mix it down to one channel as a later step. (Apart from that, the Motu is great for me.)
Here’s my review with Minifuse 2: Loopback feature is scam (cant use) Mic inputs are clean but if you turn the knob over 12 o clock, it’ll be loud as hell making it clipping already. But for dynamic microphones, it’s a great advantage because you dont need to turn your input gain all way around or be needing a dedicated mic preamp. Headphone amps with lower ohms makes you turn the knob all the way up. When you record on your daw it keeps disconnecting-connecting, so make sure to buy a dedicated Type C to USB cable to solve the problem. I also wish to make 48v separate on each input. In conclusion, if you’re looking for a budget interface. Minifuse 2 is good. Specially if you need 2 inputs. If you’re can spare a little extra, i think focusrite 2i2 4th gen, SSL, Audient MKII, Volt 1-76 are great options. I owned M-Audio Air 192 | 4 and Focusrite Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen, and now Minifuse 2. I would be choosing the M-Audio or Focusrite over the Minifuse 2 in terms of mic input. M Audio / Focusrite have the best mic input IMO.
From what I've read, the noisefloor of the headphone out on the Minifuse is not great, but the ADC input is very good. As my focus is on making music, a good ADC is my main priority.
When you did the comparison between interfaces I couldn't really tell a difference on your voice. Can you try that test with distorted electric guitar, maybe sustained power chords. I think that will make the difference more obvious.
I feel like all the added features give it a good edge over the Focusrite and ID4. Loved the instrument mix, and I feel your pain regarding the waveforms issue in Final Cut Pro 🤦🏻♂️ somehow it was fixed for me in the latest update, and I’m thankful because I’m using a 2015 MacBook to edit 😆
I liked the new test and the comparison. I think there might be a minute difference in sibilance between the audio interfaces with the Arturia being on the less sibilant side, but it's very, very slight.
My friends told me that mini fuse products are not good, both 1 & 2 has got some noisy sound while recording acoustic guitar as well as electric guitar. Later he purchase focusrite product, which works perfectly without any noise, the sound is very clean & clear.
Just got mine set up to replace a Scarlett 2i2 that had no MIDI ports. I also got the Hotone Ampero MIDI control (plus dual foot switch) for my pedalboard, and have moved a MeloAudio TS Mega to the desktop. I am a beginner at MIDI only playing guitar with BIAS FX and a Katana Artist amp, but I might add a keyboard next-the synth tools are really tempting. The thing I really like was the option to get white. Nearly all guitar equipment is black-my least favorite color!
I like the comparison to other interfaces but as a musician, prefer to hear the bass, guitar etc as this gives a better guide to the tonality of low and high frequencies. In your vocal comparison, the Arturia and Audient sounded very similar, but the Focus rite sounded quite bad.
awesome thanks for the review! the only thing holding me back here is the meter being a single led on the dial, and instead the output has a multi led level meter. still trying to decide on this vs the evo 4, Komplete Audio 1, AI-1, and others like it. like you said they are all good just little things on each one making the differences.
I bought the Minifuse two weeks ago and no complaint so far and it does have a 5 years warranty, but if you worry too much about level meters, I'd suggest the Motu M2 too. If build quality matters to you, just run away from the Evo 4 (and from the Komplete Audio aswell but it's still better)... Plastic isn't always an issue, but when it is that bad... Buttons are the worst kind too. If it was 75 bucks sure I'd understand but that's just not the case. Which sucks because it's preamps seem to perform a bit better.
Im gonna get this over focusrite 2i2/Solo specifically because of the HP dac being decent and would serve as a good stopgap between my current cheap dac/amp and the one I plan to buy in the future (which I may not if the one in MiniFuse 2 is decent) which is the topping dx3 pro+. Another plus point is that a seller from Lazada (SEA amazon basically lol) is selling Minifuse 1 and 2 at basically the same price and way cheaper than equivalent 2i2 format audio interfaces thanks for the review
very nice video with lot of work, thank you and I hope you make some audio interface review, especially with named/specified DAC and A/D converters.. :) 11:33 funny :)
This was great! I was curious about how this audio interface performed with your headphones. How was the latency when using the monitor feature while recording? And how was the listening experience during editing, recording, playback (does the audio interface have enough power for high impedance headphones)? And that mini guitar layering thing you did had me in my feels haha.
I had no issue monitoring guitar. Monitoring voice with any latency is always weird. More than enough power for my HD650’s while playing back. When mixing between playback and zero latency you do need to increase headphone volume pretty high.
@@ElizabethaKaur Just what I was looking for. Although I got the MiniFuse 2 for home use, not travel, I was looking at getting the DT 770 Pro, still not sure if 80 (a bit more versatile) ohm or 250 ohm - I am not a Pro, just a music making hobbyist ! What are your thoughts? ... if you do not mind.
I love my Goxlr. I wish i had just got that before getting any of theses other interfaces. You get everything you need built right in. 500 bucks but its money well spent. All the eq you would ever need built right in and also i use it for the background music while speaking.
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I have an SSL 2+ which has been nice so far, but with the Minifuse 4 coming; the USB hub for USB Midi controllers and the extra two rear inputs for my patch bay inputs freeing up the front inputs for mics and lines... gonna have to move to the Minifuse I think.
I do not understand why ALL AI manufacturers are not going to a full feature input/output metering solutions like MOTU. It just does not make sense. Am I the only one who feels this way??
The Neumann sounded best out of the Focusrite, most natural sounding by a fair margin. Unfortunately (because I just got one to pair with a Podmic) the Arturia ended up sounding somwhat hashy and indistinct by comparison. The Audient worked best with the SM7b, though it was a close thing vs the Focusrite. Kinda disappointed, but since I got a MiniFuse2 for well under half what a 2i2 would have cost me in my country, compromises need be made I guess. Thanks for the review!
The only thing that's stopping me from going to minifuse from 2i2 is the knobs Please tell me if the minifuse 2 is a good option for using for like 5 - 7 years or not
It's not my primary device so I don't still use it. I cannot comment on whether or not it's good for 5-7 years. My best recommendation on that would be to look at negative reviews on retailers sites to see if there are a lot of negative reviews about the durability.
I am probably gonna pick this thing up, i use Windows 10, and have a Focusrite 2i2 and Solo both 3rd gen, and they both have the same issue on multiple PCs after a while, it will just completely cut out, or audio will delay until i disconnect and reconnect it. So, i will never buy another Focusrite product.
this is completely unrelated, but i wanted to ask if you would consider doing a how to video about dialing in filter settings on obs. (Noise gate, compression, eq, etc) I stream on Twitch and the tutorial videos ive seen about using reaper plugins have not been very helpful. Your explanation of setting gain was the best ive seen and I think a video on OBS filters would be very useful for streamers. Thank you!
The only bad thing I am not liking on the minifuse 1 I have is that zoom on ipad only plays the sound of the other meeting participants at the left side.
Great video, now I am changing my mind for Focusrite Solo and looking to get Arturia Minifuse , The additional test using a 150ohn resistor was unique.
I've been having cell phone signal interference noises/clicks/pops coming through the headphone out on my MiniFuse 2. The noise doesn't appear in the recordings, just the headphone out. Has this been happening to you?
That's strange. All electronic devices are exposed to cell signal. Unless the device has some component that is taking that cell signal and processing it where you can hear it, that shouldn't happen.
Still haven't found a fix for the issue. Arturia support was no help at all and would not warranty my interface. Now I have an expensive paperweight. Never buying Arturia again. Sticking to Focusrite.
Can anyone tell me why I can still hear audio from the main out and headphone out when the volume is all the way down? I shouldn't be able to hear anything. Just bought the Minifuse 1. Not a great start.
I think having 2 inputs is better even if you only need one at a time. $50 seems worth not having to keep unplugging something to replace the instrument/mic.
I plug a mixer into the two inputs. It's an old Mackie 14-Channel Mackie mixer. I plug all of my gear into the mixer. Set the levels for everything going into the mixer and set the levels of the main output from the mixer to the interface .
How die you use the effect?? I cant find an answer and did all the User Guide Told me, the Plug ins are activated but i cant find any Button or anything to Turn the effects on
I am dislike button.
Wait are you being serious about this comment being a dislike button alternative?
Thats actually very commendable, it takes a lot to actually value and pay attention to your dislike counts, it takes even more to go out of your way to make it available to people.
It’s a bit of a meme, and I know people will click it because it’s funny, but even though I don’t use dislike buttons to inform my viewing habits, I’ve heard from enough people that it does, so having a comment like this will have to be a bridge to fill that need for those who want that information.
Right on man
Heh, here's your interactivity boost comment from me. 😁
Am ANOTHER like button.
That countdown before you start speaking again is amazing. You sir are a gentleman and a scholar. Good day.
I strongly agree sir
My old M-Audio M-Track Plus is on the way out and I'm looking for a replacement from this decade. Your channel is a lifesaver for weighing up my options. Thank you for these fantastic reviews, love how much fun you're having testing this stuff.
This is the best-made review I saw in a long time regarding not only audio interfaces, but any kind of products in general
I really would have liked to see a comparison of guitar inputs too, both clean and hi-gain without a noise gate (to see how noisy it is compared to others).
Thanks for the excellent review. Have watched a couple of review of this interface on Indian CZcams channels and they have highlighted the software bundle a lot. Definitely going to be a big factor in a price sensitive market like India.😊
what if software is irrelevant... what should I get?
The new noise floor test was good. Would love to see you hit all the other interfaces with it!
When you turned on all the plug-ins at once, it reminded me of how my principal in school used to sound on the school speaker. Good one.
That's because I AM your principal! Please report to the office, you are assigned detention.
@@Podcastage 😅
i've been using the Yamaha AG06 for a couple of months and i'm very happy with it.
You sealed it for the Auturia Mini Fuse. There were minor differences between the interface models and I have a keyboard by Auturia anyway. Thanks!
Hey Podcastage, thank you for the awesome review, and new comparison between preamps on different competitive cards is gorgeous, thanks a lot for your efforts!
Thank you very much for the kind words.
One thing I haven't seen interface demos haven't done is - how big real-time plugin load drivers can take without starting to crackles & pop. I've experienced a wide difference in that with interfaces, but it's also dependent on background CPU load too. By the real-time, I mean tracking session situation (64 sample buffer as max).
I've been waiting on this, thanks Bandrew. Great review. Definitely gonna cop!
I appreciated the new test. I’m also glad that you could only do three. I agree that three provide enough context. I especially appreciated your point at the end about how to choose an audio interface given the current market. Thank you for the great video!
There are several decent choices for "step above entry level" audio interfaces (and the quirky Audient Evo 4 is a mighty nice budget choice) and this is one of them. It's $20 cheaper and a bit longer than the Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 3rd generation but it has loopback. The 2i2 is kind of the benchmark so I will compare it to that model. The low end is a hair thinner than the 2i2 but the real screwy thing is the metering. Focusrite got some flak for just having input metering being lighted dials that change color (green, yellow and red) instead of "real" metering as in the Motu M2 (a bit more expensive and bigger than the 2i2 but with loopback and good audio across the board). Arturia offers output metering similar to Motu but the input metering is worse than the 2i2 -- it only flashes red (and with a bit of a delay) when clipping. The green-to-yellow zone is more helpful in maintaining recording levels. Arturia should have gravitated closer to the Motu. Arturia gets some rave reviews but I don't see it as the greatest thing since sliced bread. The cheaper Audient Evo 4 is plastic and quirky but good sound while the somewhat more expensive Motu M2 is low noise, great metering and arguably a better lower end. The 2i2, even in 3rd generation, is getting long in the tooth and maybe Focusrite will incorporate the best of the competition in the update (and then again maybe not). If you can live with the quirks and metering, then this would be a good choice. The preamps are certainly clean enough and it's $50 cheaper than the Motu M2 which recently had a price increase. The cheaper Evo 4 has loopback, clean gain preamps and incremental metering (though learning the red zone is trial and error with the Evo 4) in its plastic body. The 2i2 has the "vintage" air circuitry (which I don't use) and a bit richer sound. With all the flak the 2i2 gets over metering Arturia should have offered what Motu does, not worse than the 2i2. Many people will never use loopback although it's nice to have and Focusrite should have included it in the 2i2 3rd generation. I can't "officially" recommend the Arturia because of the metering. If that's not a problem and you can live with a bit thinner low end then you'll save $20 over the 2i2 by getting this. Certainly competent but not the greatest thing since sliced bread. If you can spend $50 more, get the M2 and don't look back.
I have the Evo 8, Evo 16, Motu M2, and have had the Scarlett 4i4 and 8i6 3rd gens. Favorite of the bunch is the M2. Put the Evo 8 on main computer audio duty for now, figuring out some quirks (USB C 1.5 amp power required for phantom power to all 4 mic inputs ((powered USB A hub won't work to get all 4)), other audio sources won't play if you have your DAW open - unless you set Windows audio to be the same bit/sample rate as your DAW, and setting the proper source for loopback to actually work... Pain, but doable). Oddly, the Evo 16 doesn't have as many quirks as the Evo 8. Lol. But yet, here I am, looking at other interfaces, always shopping and comparing. :)
This is surprisingly accurate and very on point. Well done good sir!
Evo 4 is such a mess of an audio interface. Even in a week using it I couldnt figure out how to control this stupid controls. It's WAY worse than not having good clipping indication, no matter how good the hardware is.
"Hamburger Menu" How have I never heard of that before???
The form factor/design is also a big differentiator for me. I went with the SSL2 because I wanted all of my cables to come out the back. That facial hair is coming along. ;-)
Same here. SS2 + SM57 rocks.
Yeah different designs for different needs.
Musicians will most likely prefer it at the front due to easy port access.
I bought the iD14 for my broadcast/guitar setup. So those will never have to be plugged and it makes the desk look cleaner.
But now I am looking at one with two front ports for the more creative stuff.
Finally the review of minifuse from you. Thanks Bandrew
U from nepal?
@@youtubecomentator3852 yes I'm from Nepal
@@sandeshkc8602 kun interface use gariranuvaxa bro le?
@@youtubecomentator3852 ma aaile focusrite 2i4 use garchu, but tyo Mero afno haina. Untreated room bhako hunale ma sm57 use garne sochirachu as my main microphone. Tesaile Malai ekdam quiet preamp bhako audio interface chahirathyo. Arturia minifuse nai linuparla. Software package ni babbal raicha
@@sandeshkc8602 ea ea good price ni sasto xa minifuse ko 😊 ma chai audient id14mkii line bichar gariraxu
Masterful testing and demonstration. Damn fine job.
Thank you for the review, Bandrew! I was close to buy the Arturia MiniFuse 2 but decided for the MOTU M2 instead. Always entertaining and relevant content.
can i ask why cause im thinking about mini fuse , seems like a better choice >?
@@arash5550 motu has some of the best drivers on windows allowing for some of the lowest latencies in the price range. Negligible difference between preamps.
But like Bandrew said, "at this price range, all audio interfaces are good enough for most people"
Solid choice. Cant go wrong with Motu. I will say it looks like the Minifuse is breaking into the top 3 (alongside Audient’s interfaces) for me!
1. Motu
2. Audient
3. Tie - Arturia & Focusrite
@@RookieMistakeYTMotu parts are from China now all I see is horrible reviews for the 2021 revision versions
@@RookieMistakeYT SSL 2 is really great for nearly the same price ;)
I think this was a great evaluation video. I was NOT boring for once.. and exhaustive! Thanks! :)
A year late to this video, but since I already own the ”Big Daddy” Arturia AudioFuse Studio and love, it was natural to see what you think of the Fuse Mini. I'm shopping for a simple 2 channel that I can use with my iPad and a midi controller, a touring friendly combo. Just discovered the Loopy Pro app and I'm now almost convinced this interface is going to be great. But, I'll still check your take on the ID4 first, that's a bit sturdier for travelling, I dunno… Thanks for the great video, nice guitar playing!
I love my Arturia MiniFuse 2
I need all of those plugins now.
Also you might have messed up the timestamps, the conclusion starts at about 13:28, I think.
Thanks for the shootout of the interfaces, I thought the Audient was slightly brighter than the other two, but maybe it's just me. Looks like a great entry level interface, might pick one up for a portable solution
Thanks for making these videos!
MOTU M2 all the way. A ton of great features (choose 48v power separately, on/off switch, the display, build like a tank, Midi in/out, Direct Monitoring, Loopback function) and it sounds killer.
friend still using M2 ? how's current experience with ? I m also planning to buy
@@fatihakturko I am still happy with it. It is worth the money!
The guitar mix you did was fucking awesome! You should come out with some music bro honestly I would listen! Love your videos bro thanks for the info!
[16:57] "If you're a musician, get the Minifuse 2. That additional input is going to come in handy. You may think you just need one microphone, but down the road, you may want to connect a guitar, you may want to get a second microphone and do a stereo XY-having that additional input will be invaluable for you."
To anyone who wants to buy a budget audio interface: LISTEN TO THIS MAN!!! The additional money will be worth it!
I bought a used Scarlett Solo 3rd gen earlier this year, and it works great. But I still wish that I had that second XLR input.
For music recording, not being able to record a second microphone is PAINFUL.
The Focusrite also lets you output to one channel, which the Motu does not, at least in Windows. (Don't know about the others.) It's a very small point, but there are softwares that don't let you record as 1-channel when the input is 2-channel, which might mean you have to mix it down to one channel as a later step. (Apart from that, the Motu is great for me.)
Here’s my review with Minifuse 2:
Loopback feature is scam (cant use)
Mic inputs are clean but if you turn the knob over 12 o clock, it’ll be loud as hell making it clipping already. But for dynamic microphones, it’s a great advantage because you dont need to turn your input gain all way around or be needing a dedicated mic preamp.
Headphone amps with lower ohms makes you turn the knob all the way up.
When you record on your daw it keeps disconnecting-connecting, so make sure to buy a dedicated Type C to USB cable to solve the problem.
I also wish to make 48v separate on each input.
In conclusion, if you’re looking for a budget interface. Minifuse 2 is good. Specially if you need 2 inputs. If you’re can spare a little extra, i think focusrite 2i2 4th gen, SSL, Audient MKII, Volt 1-76 are great options. I owned M-Audio Air 192 | 4 and Focusrite Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen, and now Minifuse 2. I would be choosing the M-Audio or Focusrite over the Minifuse 2 in terms of mic input. M Audio / Focusrite have the best mic input IMO.
From what I've read, the noisefloor of the headphone out on the Minifuse is not great, but the ADC input is very good. As my focus is on making music, a good ADC is my main priority.
I’ll need to get to a pair of headphones to hear the difference. Thanks for the review.
Finally someone puts a USB hub/A port on a device! One port is an infinite improvement. The rule should though be 2 ports minimum for each one used.
Bro honestly, I love your voice. It’s so soothing. Can you do an audio book voiceover?
When you did the comparison between interfaces I couldn't really tell a difference on your voice. Can you try that test with distorted electric guitar, maybe sustained power chords. I think that will make the difference more obvious.
I feel like all the added features give it a good edge over the Focusrite and ID4. Loved the instrument mix, and I feel your pain regarding the waveforms issue in Final Cut Pro 🤦🏻♂️ somehow it was fixed for me in the latest update, and I’m thankful because I’m using a 2015 MacBook to edit 😆
I prefer individual phantom power because one of my modeling amps is like "DO NOT use phantom power on the XLR out. It may cause damage to the unit."
Another great review (: I like the new test too, especially since I'm getting set up for voice over work 😁
I liked the new test and the comparison. I think there might be a minute difference in sibilance between the audio interfaces with the Arturia being on the less sibilant side, but it's very, very slight.
Ive found the same, but to my ears it sounded more muscal than the more sibilance focusrite, chich personally i dont apreciate.
Nice video. From what I could tell the Scarlett sounded less pristine and clear than the Audient and Arturia on vocal.
I'm loving the new test
I could definitely hear a difference with the Focusrite. Sounded a touch richer.
My friends told me that mini fuse products are not good, both 1 & 2 has got some noisy sound while recording acoustic guitar as well as electric guitar. Later he purchase focusrite product, which works perfectly without any noise, the sound is very clean & clear.
MIDI in and out is pretty key
Great review! Will pick this up as an upgrade from my behringer umc22^-^
Just got mine set up to replace a Scarlett 2i2 that had no MIDI ports. I also got the Hotone Ampero MIDI control (plus dual foot switch) for my pedalboard, and have moved a MeloAudio TS Mega to the desktop. I am a beginner at MIDI only playing guitar with BIAS FX and a Katana Artist amp, but I might add a keyboard next-the synth tools are really tempting. The thing I really like was the option to get white. Nearly all guitar equipment is black-my least favorite color!
Great Video! Very informative! I love your videos
Arturia minifuse forever 🤍🤍
I like the comparison to other interfaces but as a musician, prefer to hear the bass, guitar etc as this gives a better guide to the tonality of low and high frequencies.
In your vocal comparison, the Arturia and Audient sounded very similar, but the Focus rite sounded quite bad.
awesome thanks for the review! the only thing holding me back here is the meter being a single led on the dial, and instead the output has a multi led level meter. still trying to decide on this vs the evo 4, Komplete Audio 1, AI-1, and others like it. like you said they are all good just little things on each one making the differences.
evo is probably the best except for build quality cuz its plastic but eh, its good enough
If you're looking for good physical meters might I suggest the motu m2?
I bought the Minifuse two weeks ago and no complaint so far and it does have a 5 years warranty, but if you worry too much about level meters, I'd suggest the Motu M2 too.
If build quality matters to you, just run away from the Evo 4 (and from the Komplete Audio aswell but it's still better)... Plastic isn't always an issue, but when it is that bad... Buttons are the worst kind too. If it was 75 bucks sure I'd understand but that's just not the case. Which sucks because it's preamps seem to perform a bit better.
Im gonna get this over focusrite 2i2/Solo specifically because of the HP dac being decent and would serve as a good stopgap between my current cheap dac/amp and the one I plan to buy in the future (which I may not if the one in MiniFuse 2 is decent) which is the topping dx3 pro+.
Another plus point is that a seller from Lazada (SEA amazon basically lol) is selling Minifuse 1 and 2 at basically the same price and way cheaper than equivalent 2i2 format audio interfaces
thanks for the review
Happy recording. Hope the interface treats you well.
very nice video with lot of work, thank you and I hope you make some audio interface review, especially with named/specified DAC and A/D converters.. :)
11:33 funny :)
My mans got a whole mustache 🤣🤣🤣🤣
This was great! I was curious about how this audio interface performed with your headphones. How was the latency when using the monitor feature while recording? And how was the listening experience during editing, recording, playback (does the audio interface have enough power for high impedance headphones)? And that mini guitar layering thing you did had me in my feels haha.
I had no issue monitoring guitar. Monitoring voice with any latency is always weird. More than enough power for my HD650’s while playing back. When mixing between playback and zero latency you do need to increase headphone volume pretty high.
It works great with the DT 770 Pro 250 ohm too. Not all audio interfaces in this price range can drive high impendence headphones.
@@ElizabethaKaur Just what I was looking for. Although I got the MiniFuse 2 for home use, not travel, I was looking at getting the DT 770 Pro, still not sure if 80 (a bit more versatile) ohm or 250 ohm - I am not a Pro, just a music making hobbyist ! What are your thoughts? ... if you do not mind.
I liked the new test!
Minifuse 2 vs id14?
I love my Goxlr. I wish i had just got that before getting any of theses other interfaces. You get everything you need built right in. 500 bucks but its money well spent. All the eq you would ever need built right in and also i use it for the background music while speaking.
MiniFuse 2 vs VOLT 2 please
The same converter
This is me writing a comment to say I don't hear a difference
This is me writing a comment to say I don't hear a difference
This is me writing a comment to say I don't hear a difference
Great summary! Esp guidance for selection b/w models. Thanks.
Interesting 🧐. (Anxiously waits for the Lewitt LCT 840 review👀)
Some hard panned left ear/right ear comparisons would be interesting to hear.
great video, nice comparaison
Danke!
I have an SSL 2+ which has been nice so far, but with the Minifuse 4 coming; the USB hub for USB Midi controllers and the extra two rear inputs for my patch bay inputs freeing up the front inputs for mics and lines... gonna have to move to the Minifuse I think.
Great review!😌
I do not understand why ALL AI manufacturers are not going to a full feature input/output metering solutions like MOTU. It just does not make sense. Am I the only one who feels this way??
10:05 love your reviews man.
The Neumann sounded best out of the Focusrite, most natural sounding by a fair margin. Unfortunately (because I just got one to pair with a Podmic) the Arturia ended up sounding somwhat hashy and indistinct by comparison. The Audient worked best with the SM7b, though it was a close thing vs the Focusrite. Kinda disappointed, but since I got a MiniFuse2 for well under half what a 2i2 would have cost me in my country, compromises need be made I guess. Thanks for the review!
It was very HELPFUL
The only thing that's stopping me from going to minifuse from 2i2 is the knobs
Please tell me if the minifuse 2 is a good option for using for like 5 - 7 years or not
It's not my primary device so I don't still use it. I cannot comment on whether or not it's good for 5-7 years. My best recommendation on that would be to look at negative reviews on retailers sites to see if there are a lot of negative reviews about the durability.
@@PodcastageThank you for the advice and thank you for the reply ❤
my key takeaway from this: that U87... 😍
I am probably gonna pick this thing up, i use Windows 10, and have a Focusrite 2i2 and Solo both 3rd gen, and they both have the same issue on multiple PCs after a while, it will just completely cut out, or audio will delay until i disconnect and reconnect it. So, i will never buy another Focusrite product.
The front on the MiniFuse 2 reminds me of MAudio's FW 410.
Bandrew can you explain microphone splitters for me? I'm embarrassed to say that I don't understand the subject very well.
this is completely unrelated, but i wanted to ask if you would consider doing a how to video about dialing in filter settings on obs.
(Noise gate, compression, eq, etc) I stream on Twitch and the tutorial videos ive seen about using reaper plugins have not been very helpful.
Your explanation of setting gain was the best ive seen and I think a video on OBS filters would be very useful for streamers. Thank you!
The only bad thing I am not liking on the minifuse 1 I have is that zoom on ipad only plays the sound of the other meeting participants at the left side.
Have you found a solution?
Great video, now I am changing my mind for Focusrite Solo and looking to get Arturia Minifuse , The additional test using a 150ohn resistor was unique.
I've been having cell phone signal interference noises/clicks/pops coming through the headphone out on my MiniFuse 2. The noise doesn't appear in the recordings, just the headphone out. Has this been happening to you?
That's strange. All electronic devices are exposed to cell signal. Unless the device has some component that is taking that cell signal and processing it where you can hear it, that shouldn't happen.
Already happened during recording on Motu M2.. do you fix? I hope knowing the proplem
Still haven't found a fix for the issue. Arturia support was no help at all and would not warranty my interface. Now I have an expensive paperweight. Never buying Arturia again. Sticking to Focusrite.
The angular knobs look sick.
I dunno the brand and tbh, idc but when I have a glimpse on his mustache on a youtube tuhumbnail (trailer?) I am in!
Arturia is the only one in that price range with ok headphone amp specs and measurements. Will everyone be able to hear the difference? Surely not
Seem good for the price and the noise level, features compared to the others.
The song you played was so dope!
I love stickers.
@@seanwebb605 lol!!! What’s up Sean!!
@@LetsGoHelio Procrastinating. I should be reading and preparing for some recordings.
Thanks man!
Can anyone tell me why I can still hear audio from the main out and headphone out when the volume is all the way down? I shouldn't be able to hear anything. Just bought the Minifuse 1. Not a great start.
Thank you very informative ! Does the minifuse 2 only have the loopback function or does the minifuse 1 have it also ?
That 150 ohm test thing. Isn't that something Julian Krause would do.
Sterling, is that you?
Yes. It’s something I’ve been doing for 2 years or so with my interface reviews. It was learned from Julian.
So connecting a dynamic and a consender mic at the same time is not possible?
I think having 2 inputs is better even if you only need one at a time. $50 seems worth not having to keep unplugging something to replace the instrument/mic.
I plug a mixer into the two inputs. It's an old Mackie 14-Channel Mackie mixer. I plug all of my gear into the mixer. Set the levels for everything going into the mixer and set the levels of the main output from the mixer to the interface .
How die you use the effect??
I cant find an answer and did all the User Guide Told me, the Plug ins are activated but i cant find any Button or anything to Turn the effects on
Hi Bandrew, will you review the Clarett+ Interfaces?
How about reviewing the MXL V67N. It seems to be an incredibly pleasant microphone for acoustic guitar at least.
Could a ModMic Wireless be connected to the USB port on the back for mic input with zero latency mic monitoring?
All over which one of the best
Hello sir, I would like to ask that how much does it cost in India
Are the 4 channels (including loopback) sent on separate tracks to the DAW, or are they sent mixed?
Any idea why Rode switched out their shock mount on the NT1 Kit? Seeing that nice Rycote style shock mount made me wonder.
11:06 - This sounds absolutely banging at 1.5x speed 😁
couldn't find at Amazon:(