Buying a USB Audio Interface? Hear This First
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- čas přidán 24. 07. 2023
- Some things to think about when looking for the best usb audio interface. It's not all about lowest preamp noise and hookups. My Audient ID14 just died recently, so I was looking to upgrade. Wanted better preamps and more features, went down the rabbit hole trying several different ones out until I found the perfect interface for me. For music production, youtube videos and entertainment. It was between the M-Audio AIR 192 - 6, the Tascam US 2x2 HR and the SSL 2+.
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Julian is the man when it comes to audio interface noise testing!
Try plugging an SM7B into the SSL2+. There isn't nearly enough gain. Yeah, yeah, I know... the SM7B is s problem for a lot of interfaces. But even an SM58 requires that you set the gain almost all the way up. The other thing you'll find on the SSL2+ is that 90% of the gain adjustment is in the last 10% of the dial.
I'll say this for SSL though. I took my SSL2+ out on a remote livestream (I love that it's powered off the usb that handles the sound). Someone thought they needed the 4K button, and while I wasn't looking they pulled it off. It still worked, of course, but it looked terrible. I emailed SSL, and they overnighted me a new button, free, with no questions asked.
For the record, I think Julian Krause is doing subtle German mind-control experiments where he lulls viewers into a trance and then implants hypnotic suggestions in their minds. He says these monotone phrases that are supposed to be humor. I look up and he's grinning, but I notice that 10 minutes have elapsed and I have no idea what happened during that time. And I appear to have sent some troubling selfies to a number in Germany. You've been warned.
Behringer UMC204HD. Has Midas mic preamps (very low noise floor), zero latency monitoring, $179CAD; problem solved.
@@RockPolitics yes, SM7B needs a lot of gain, but you can just add a cloudlifter or DM1 dynamite at the front and all will be fine. ( also works well for ribbons and protects those from accidental 48V exposer)
5 years is too soon but you do use it a lot. but I have had one go 20 + years and it still works great. the SSL is AWESOME pre-amps. M-Audio is mid grade. Tascam is mid-grade. the scarlett isn't bad actually same with Behringer. Apogee is good. Audient is pretty good but 5 years is too soon. the phantom power is not going to hurt your dynamic mic but I agree and don't like it.. I use independent phantom power per channel. I mean.. I would recommend the Midas MR12 but its 500 bucks and geared towards live performance but it is very nice sounding, upgrade from behringer. SSL ( Solid State Logic ) is very very good. the only other option you haven't mentioned at the level of SSL or better is NEVE. all you need is 48kHz 24 bit. The NEVE 88M ($1250 US) is pretty solid. Honestly for your voice ?? the SSL DESTROYS the Tascam sound quality wise. honestly, the Sennheiser e945 into an SSL is kind of a joke. with an SSL, most people are probably plugging in a $1500 mic on up. still, its only 2 channels.. so go Tascam for the price.. if you want to buy one that has 8 inputs or more.. then get a SSL or NEVE so you can record a drum-set
Liked the 3D-pop of the 4K option on the SSL! Totally agree with your conclusion: Usability is a big part of choosing an interface 😊Huge thanks for the shoutout! Cheers, James
Haha I caught the "James" thing, too
"James" Krause belong on the UFC conspiracies channel. He was in the UFC but now is not because of the conspiracies he was involved with.
Hi James, how are you doing?
Thanks "James"! lol. Thanks for letting me steal your work :)
I'm going good thanks
Dude, I am always having a fun time watching you and your lil monologues. Like your sense of humour haha. Cheers!
I‘ve had an Audient ID 44 for over 6 years, and never had a problem with it. Solid metal construction. No plastic!!! Great preamps!!! Great sound!!! 😊
The SSL2 is garbage ... I was able to use mine for a couple of months until it pretty much broke.
I have both the audient and ssl2. The SSL2 is way way more durable and feels rugged. The audient's is pretty on the outside but the build quality really pales when compared to the ssl2.. my knobs popped out although I fixed them. I record live music with both and I can tell you from experience the ssl2 is a better option to buy - cheaper, better build quality and that harmonic 4k distortion is amazing.. the audient is flat which is also a good thing just like the ssl2 without the 4k.
@@joshmcdzz6925 The build quality is absolutely not good on the SSL2 .. I have no clue about the Audient .. All the push buttons on mine were super loose and fuzzy and the whole thing just feels like plastic. I have no clue what people are raving about with this thing. Even if the thing weren't clunky, it sounded like garbage until it didn't work. I don't know if I just got a lemon, but I'd still say the build quality is not that great on these things. It's gimmicky branding with the SSL stamp in my opinion.
@@joshmcdzz6925 How could the SSL2 be "way way more durable than the Audient", when the SSL 2 is PLASTIC, and the AUDIENT is METAL?! LOL
@@DICARLOPRODUCTIONS because I have both and from experience it is.. I know 2 ppl whose audient bricked out within a space of 3-4years
5:33 Your dynamic mic doesn't require phantom power but it doesn't get hurt by it either. The only mics which get broken by phantom power are ribbon mics. - Well, technically ribbon mics are dynamic mics as well. But yours is a moving coil mic. Just to be specific.
Omg I love this guy! I’m glad you’re still making content 🫶🏿
The pre-amp chart is just for low noise level, not "quality". Between the first ones there's a minimal difference in quality.
As an audio engineer it is quite enjoyable to watch a video guy's approach on choosing an audio interface. :-) Thanks for this video. Anyways, although mic preamps are important, the microphone itself is way more important. Also the quality isn't just determined by noise floor. SSL is known as one of the two to four greatest mixing console manufacturers from the 80ies till now; they build some great audio stuff but decided to move production to the Far East; still good products though. With lots of interfaces available (even just in that 2 mic inputs range) I think you picked the right one. Desktop interfaces should have their controls on the top and I am surprised that there's lots of interfaces with controls on the side (front). In a podcast/content creation/etc. environment, volume and mic gain are controls you need all the time even though you wouldn't notice it. You WILL notice, when those knobs are hard to reach.
Just because they stamp a 'cool' brand on it, doesn't mean it's any good. My SSL2 was unusable within a couple of months. All hype in my opinion ... either that or I just got a lemon. I could still never recommend that interface.
@@TobiasRieperGood @TobiasRieperGood I'm afraid I have to strongly disagree there. It's not just a moving membrane. Even if it was, the way, the membrane is built - diamter, material, etc - has a huge impact on the sound. And then it has to be transformed into an electrical signal. There's huge differences in sound.
Or would you say, just because every eardrum is just a moving membrane, everybody hears the same way? Or vocal cords all function the same way, so every voice sounds the same?
The closer you get to the sound source the more important is quality of the component. starting with a good speaker's voice, then room acoustics, then microphone, then preamp, then ADC. I'm sure more people can hear a difference between microphones but only a few can tell the difference between preamps or even ADCs.
To be fair, there have been a couple of rack preamps with variable impedance, and the Chinese are getting better at copying mics.
It'll be interesting to see if "any decent mic" will replace a lot of the good mics in future
@@beautgrainger147I wonder if MEMS microphone tech will advance in such a way that arrays of these produce superior mics at a very low price point.
@@Fiveash-Artnope.. 2 of my friends had a SSL2 crapping out within 6 months... its garbage.
Yep you’re gettin a sub. This was hilarious, and informative.
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Thanks for sharing, you kept cracking me up!
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FWIW: a stage dynamic microphone like you have will typically have a step up transformer inside that will also serve as protection against the capsule receiving phantom power.
I went through a similarly frustrating journey. My first interface was basically perfect. M-Audio C400.
The preamps were good enough to amplify pretty much any dynamic mic without hiss, including an SM7b. It had a nice big level meter right up on top. It had the big knob on top that the current M-Audio interface has. The headphone amp was good enough for my planar magnetics.
They haven't updated the drivers since 2014 and it now gives my computer the blue screen of death.
The Focusrite Scarlett was never on the same level, so I never considered that as a possible replacement.
The Steinberg UR12 has a funny sounding name (you are 12?) and has horribly hissy preamps that completely devalue its good driver support, and it only has a single LED for clipping instead of a level meter.
The Motu M2 made weird noises until I updated my motherboard's firmware, and now it's a pretty suitable replacement for my old C400... if anything else has better preamps, the difference is going to be inaudible. It is SLIGHTLY disappointing to see that the SSL2 is cheaper though, because I like that layout a little more than all the knobs being on the front.
Truly perfected this format, loved this
"i said descroy and i stick it, with it" made my belly hurt, take my sub
Your videos are ART!!! lol. Thank you!!! Because your reviews are on point!
Love your content! You always bring a smile to my face!
The 4K button is in reference to the SSL 4000 series recording consoles from the 80’s. They have a character (distortion) we all have heard and love in our music. For podcasting duties I doubt you’ll use it. But, if your mic (or the source) sounds a little boring, then switch it in for some digitally emulated old school analogue character.
According to SSL, the 4K emulator circuit on these is completely analog. Which of course also means it's burnt into the recording...
Does a great job on guitars and bass
sat here with my "budget" Focusrite 2I4 2nd gen, still works after 7 years, and I love it.
I know its a low cost option, but it works and I get good results and it allows me to do what I need to do.
The 2i4 is Focusrites lost gem. Mine is alsp 7 to 8 years old and still rocking hard in my studio. It is better than the 3rd gen 2i2 and 4i4 imo. Yes the preamps are older but the functions are better than the new .models!
Helpful and entertaining. Thanks!
I love this video 🙂 Thank you! Not only informational I was cackle laughing while watching! 10/10
Good purchase, the preamps are indeed decent, although you probably won't hear a significant difference between the top 20 in Julian's list. More importantly, the SSL has great playback quality, loopback, excellent headphone amps and the software is super stable. I have the bigger SSL12 and it's a winner so far.
I have to agree with your premise. I’ve come to the conclusion most (99%) of the gear nerds are full of $h!t. You can take 10 interfaces ranging from $20,000 to $200, run the exact same audio through them and nobody is going to be able to tell you which is which. The quality of affordable gear today is crazy compared to what was available just 10 or 15 years ago. Thanks to Julian’s videos I saved myself over $1k on my last purchase.
Just FYI, dynamic mics do not mind having phantom power applied to them. They will not blow up or smoke or anything.
Correct. I have a 16 channel mixer that when you turn on Phantom Power it turns it on for all mics. I routinely will have both dynamic and condenser mics plugged in and the dynamic mics are fine.
Yeah, I was going to mention the same thing. Some audio ocd here but even though it doesn’t do anything, it still bothers the crap out of me having phantom on a dynamic mic.
Yes. There is no voltage across the coil system because both ends are at 48V relative to pin 1.
Yup. As long as you're not using a ribbon mic you'll be safe
In the audio world, SSL is world-renown for mixers and preamps. You chose wisely.
Yeap, they make very expensive audio mixing consoles and are perhaps the world leaders.
Absolutely, SSL is great.
Same goes for Audient tho, don’t know why his died.
I love my iD44.
Not the same engineers or production. Only thing the same is the name. And they WERE known for a certain 80's sound that wouldn't fly today with few people still using their desks unless producing 80s style music. They had a signature, but were not the best. Certainly no Neve.
Don't be fooled by branding. While SSL have made some great consoles and outboard, audio interfaces.... not so much. SSL have never been known for their convertors. In fact their history here would point to shitty drivers and them abandoning tech product support early. IMO an RME or GEN4 Focusrite are vastly superior, better drivers, better build quality.... and preamps differences at this price is irrelevant but both are as good as the SSL
Also. the 4K button is a console emulation, not HD vs 4k
I laughed a few times and watched the video twice. So good comedy and good information. Thank you very much and greetings from Germany.
I upgraded from a Focusrite 2i4 to the SSL 2+, and not only is the panel layout terrific, the clarity and separation of the audio is better than I deserve. The two free SSL plugins included, the Drumstrip and Vocalstrip, are together, cost more than the price of the interface. The plugins alone are worth getting the Interface.
The 2i4 is my unit as well and just copped the SSL2+.
You can run phantom power to a dynamic mic without hurting it. You only have to worry about ribbon mics and phantom power.
LOVE your delivery, man.
Great review, very informative
And entertaining as shit!!
lol
Thanks for that!
I own 6 or 7 interfaces, have been through dozens (I follow Julian, as well as several other experts on CZcams. Podcastage is another great one for learning about the latest and greatest interfaces, and how they sound/perform). It's a fun hobby to try out new budget ones. My two most used interfaces are my Audient Evo 8 (on my home computer 24/7), and my work one (I run karaoke 4 nights a week) is a Midas MR18 mixer with 16 mic inputs, and sweet sounding preamps. I also have a Motu LP64 32 channel ADAT USB interface, that I can connect four 8-channel ADAT preamps to, for 32 in/32 out for any bigger jobs than running karaoke (can run a concert with that thing!), and I figured out how to run Waves plugins from my laptop over the USB cable, with super low latency. Neat stuff!
love the way you talk and structure the vid my g
The graph you are looking at is noise floor (how much noise do you want in your recording), but that doesn't equate to a better pre-amp; It depends on your purpose. You want low noise floor when recording Foley or very detailed recordings. Noise is subjective as well, I believe it is psychoacoustics for defining a "warm" signal = a more analog sound. I have owned multiple devices over the years. A little noise floor is okay, and often welcome.
Yes, this guy is hilarious using that chart and believing that the "best" preamps in the market are in a budget M-Audio interface. 🤣🤣
Heehee….love your sense of humor. Very watchable. Good job. I have the SSL 2+ and enjoy it.
I LOVED this video! This is the first time I've ever seen one of your videos and your dialogue and humor had me rolling! I freaking love it! I instantly subscribed - brilliant stuff!
SSL consoles are legendary. They entered the prosumer market only recently, but have been around in pro studios for decades. Hopefully they won’t ruin a good thing like Focusrite did
I love your humor and common sense. I am feeling confidence of the ss2+
Lol I came for the SSL but stayed for your comedy. You’re funny as hell. “What hurts more, the finger or the wrist” 😂
this the best video i've found in CZcams about audio so far
I have been listening to you more for the subtle humor than the actual reviews :D Keep it up.
I've had MOTU M2 for 3 years, wonderful preamps (funnily it's a bit low on the chart) compared to stuff like Line6 Pod Studio I had had 10 years ago. It's 2023 and it's really hard to screw up audio interfaces these days... but evidently some do
I recently got a MOTU ultra-lite mk5 and really enjoying it. I have some external preamps plugged into the MOTU but the built in preamps on the unit are solid.
MOTU is excellent.My previous MOTU lasted for 16 years.
I was just thinkin' I hadn't come across your vids in a while, yet the algorithm gods must have heard my plea (or they just figured since I had first been over on Julian Krause's channel also). Though super stoked you popped up today, because shit I needed a good laugh and you always deliver. Plus yes, audio interface hell is what I'm facing. And as usual, you some how mange to hit the right wave length every time. I've now narrowed it down to SSL 2+. Thanks for your assitance. PS. Your voice in the 4K mode sounds awesome. Toodals!
Wild and fun to watch you review an audio interface...I'm a pro composer and hobbyist photographer, so I've been watching you for years and it's a treat to see you review interfaces. ANYWAY, 4K...isn't a reference to video 4K higher definition or whatever (but I wonder if they deliberately chose it as a double meaning for those not in the know)...here's a description: "SSL built their reputation on their celebrated large format consoles, through which countless hit records and Grammy-award winning albums have flowed. In particular, the SSL 4000 series console has inspired generations of musicians, producers, and engineers with its undeniable analog mojo. The SSL2+ brings that signature 4000 series sound into your project studio with its Legacy 4K feature, which, with the push of a button, imparts the preamps with two essential characteristics of the 4000 series signal chain. The first thing you’ll hear is a musical, high-frequency EQ boost that will push your vocal or instrument forward in the sound field, for a deeper, more dimensional sonic profile. Then, you’ll notice a subtle addition of harmonic distortion that sweetens the sound and adds personality to the signal. For small format recording interfaces, there is nothing quite like the Legacy 4K button, available on the SSL2+." Yay!
I use the tascam Us-hr 4x4. I primarily got it because I wanted usb-c, four monitor outs, MIDI and two headphone jacks. I have the 1x2 as well. They both have the problems you talked about, though. I've also noticed that the headphone audio is out of sync with the monitor out. Is that the case for the SSL as well or is the audio in sync?
Just went through the SAME thing as I have 4 audio interfaces sitting in front of me right now. Well I should say, 3 in front of me and ONE plugged in, the SSL+! Was also my favorite and you just reassured me I was right in my thinking!
I can't be only me laughing like hell right?
This interface story is awesome....need to see more of other equipment...💯👍
best video i seen in ages what a character I like you mate your a good lad
nice review ! now i get an SSL2+
Your confidence but maturity is refreshing. I'm not sure what it is, but I could see you smiling as you made small jokes. and it just felt fun. so thanks.
We are in the same rabbit hole, my friend.
Great video!
who dies on a table 😂😂😅
5:35 if the dynamc mic is of decent quality it should have a transformer inside that balances the signal and boosts the gain a bit (in the sm58 it's a 6 dB boost I think) and, as every transformer, blocks any DC current and lets only AC current pass (only audio), so the phantom power gets "trapped" in the core of the transformer and turns into heat: no damage to the mic. If in doubt check the inner schematic of your mic or ask on gearspace.
All ribbon mics have a transformer because the impedance of the aluminium strip (the ribbon) is very low and the output signal very low too. They might get damaged by phantom if the pins are not wired as standard (so, very old specimens), or if an adapter from Tuchel (old german connector) to XLR is used mixing the pin numbering (again, old stuff before standards were implemented), or an XLR to XLR modern cable is used (with any mic) with improper pin numbering or shorting pin 2 or 3 to ground (pin 1), this can kill even a dynamic mic with transformer!
Generally it's recommended to plug first all the mic and then turn on the phantom, and turn off the phantom and wait a few seconds before unplugging: the spike when hot plugging might damage very sensitive condenser mics, and those are designed for phantom.
So,
- proper cables
- proper pin numbering
- no hot swapping
For the failed USB audio interface, were you to open the casing and then while plugged in, check each voltage rail to see if any of the rails failed? Usually if it is a simple DC to DC converter fail, or or other similar failure, then the repair is extremely easy since voltage regulators are often easy to get, and often have low pin counts, then also easy to solder.
That's good advice on troubleshooting the dead USB audio interface.
It's always a good idea to use power conditioning on sensitive electronics like audio, video, and computers. Silicon chips are very sensitive to voltage spikes from inductive loads coming on and off the power line, like compressors in refrigerators and HVAC, the motors in your laundry machines, and any lightning within a few miles. Outlet strips with spike suppressors are a good start. A quality UPS with electromagnetic noise filtering and voltage surge suppression can increase the lifespan of your electronics quite a bit.
Julian is a real expert.
You are awesome bro..how do you do those video effects??
@JulianKrause is the GOAT when it comes to audio interfaces. He is also a subtle comedic genius.
3:07 "whoever named that needs a swift kick in the groin!"
But can it do 4k 240p audio?
I've an SSL 2 and it's pretty damn good. Preamps are plenty quiet and give you all of the power you'll need
You are fantastic describing real world problems, I'm thinking of buying the same equipment and now will reasses all options x.
In normal use, I doubt you would notice a difference in the pre-amps between the top ten or so interfaces on Julian's list. It's a sub-1 dB difference between the Tascam and the SSL 2.
It's more of a mental problem after seeing the chart lol.
Even professional voice actors have no problem using a focusrite scarlett
@@craftedpixel People who lack talent and technical skills of their craft resort to gear-buying spree. The most talented players I've met personally aren't playing Gibson guitars. Those are reserved for dentists who can't play.
@@bassyeyAt a certain level you're paying for peace of mind. Where the stuff just works, has high flexibility, and you don't have to worry about anything. Usually where high price tags come from
Julian Krause has the best reviews of these, his list of pros/cons/specs comparison is the best. As always, there isn't a perfect interface, each one has something but lacks other things. You made a good choice overall :)
This video is hilarious! So funny and informative.
Great video bro. Thanks for making my choices a bit more simple... enjoy the comedic sarcasm as well. ;)
Great video, as always. Can't believe you'd not heard of SSL though :D
Most entertaining video I’ve seen in years😂👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
I've been considering getting that exact Tascam unit!
I appreciate your tone and sense of humour sir 🙂
4K refers to their 4000 series consoles. They are legends in the recording industry.
After my motu m2 drivers stopped working I went and got a SSL2+ and man it's rock solid and new firmware includes loopback too. If you want the best audio routing pair the SSL2+ with the streamdeck plus and then your in heaven. The wavelink software and fantastic preamps for the win.
Hey Ryan, I love my Motu M2. Forgive me..Drivers are the software that give the correct instructions to the hardware, right? Your motu m2 works, just it is not being updated to work with your gear???
I have a Behringer UMC22. Cheap and works fine.
Dude i LOVE the way you talk😂You are like a snake charmer ! A pleasure to hear You 😊
:D loved this video made me laugh. Thanks man.
Good choice! SSL has been around for ages. Most big hits in the 80's and beyond are mixed on those huge mixing desks. A huge pro player that went to the consumer market.
For some reason, I don’t know why, I really loved your video. It felt to be so honest👍🏾
This guy is hilarious! He is Def from the camera world VS the audio world, But I'd watch his reviews any day 😂😂
I recently got that same maudio interface and mine seems to be working fine..did you say you got it second hand? I did hear some people struggie with the drivers but mine is fine and the pre amp is clean.
Good job on your new IT job, Kase
This guy is a riot!
I love the fact that he uses his goofy personality in his style
The comedian of interface reviews. I enjoyed your mini rave about different interface designs. If they have to cram all the knobs into a tiny space so make the interface bigger or put some on top, job done!
I have a Steinberg UR22C which doesn’t rate that high on preamp noise but it works for me. I’m only an amateur recording musician but it is a solid piece of kit and just works for me without any fuss.
I think many get excited and orgasmic by low noise preamps but in real world use they are not such a big problem and not so noticeable unless you are an audio freak. 🤓
I own the tascam 2x2 and I bought a bunch of small gaskets to put around each knob and now I can rotate them easily
The SSL blows anything made by Tascam or M-Audio out of the water sound quality-wise. SSL is a legacy company known for making $100,000+ mixers. The preamps in this interface are a similar topology to their full large format consoles. Not as good as an API or Neve preamp, but still very good, some of the best you can get on a 2x2 interface. For overall driver stability, RME make the beat interfaces and have loads of clean gain in the preamps, but they are significantly more expensive.
You make a good decision with SSL.
In reality, there's very little difference between different branded audio interfaces at a given price point. They're all similar SMD components with the same dacs and opamps. Probably made in the same factory too.
You are relying on look rather than sound
Ssl is great but I bet you haven't used one
this video is fire wtf
just out of curiosity what OS are/were you using at this time and what DAW didn't recognize any microphones? just wondering if your issues were based on drivers or your OS etc as so many others have had success with the M Audio air and i'm considering purchasing the Air 192/6 for a Windows 11 machine
Even Canadian insults are nice... "I hope you recover fast, but you do deserve the initial pain..." LOOL I love you guys so much.
FYI the SSL is much better for conversion and preamps than the Tascam. That chart you're looking at tells you nothing about sound quality. You made the right choice for sure.
Dude is hilarious! Really like his humor!😂
Damn I lost this channel in the YT maze after resetting my cursed algorithm but damn I am happy to see this dude in my feed again. Good job on not being bald already bro
I work with the Ssl2+ and a Neumann tlm103 in conjunction with the 4k button. I have very crisp and clear vocals with a slight vintage analog touch. I love this combo especially for rap vocals

I went with the MOTU M2 that was pretty much great across all it's capabilities, including headphone power, impedance, and latency. Green across the board
Got a volt 2 and I am so happy with it.
I have a 3rd gen Scarlett 2i2 and it's a huge jump from my first gen 2i2. I HAD an Audient id14 but it couldn't do something I wanted it for so i returmed it. Ive gotten a far more professional sound on my 3rd gen 2i2 than i habe before since the first gen Scarlett was a bit hissy to me. Id love to try the SSL some day, but it has to have its own ASIO driver
great review. I will get the same .
Of all the things I expected from this video, a mention of Julian Krause and his godlike reviews wasn't one. Good choice with the SSL 2+ too. Make sure you get a look at his table of headphone outputs when selecting an interface too.
OMG!, I really enjoyed watching your video, LOL!
-129db to -133db noise level is a silly gauge. "No noise" vs "no noise" does not equate to which is best.
I have used a firewire interface for over 10 years called mackie u420d. I bought a couple of them for my analogue audio to digital transfer / restoration business - it has never let me down - it's even designed as an all in one radio / podcast mixer if one was to use it in that vein.
I do apologise if my Focusrite suggestion came across as stupid. Their interfaces are very reliable to use and such, but I suspect the SSL you’ve got is fantastic. The 4K button is supposed to add some classic SSL 4000 sound from their big classic mixers. Your audio sounds very good in my opinion!
Literally looking up interfaces yesterday
That was solid entertainment 😂❤