The classic budget-conscious combo I see in most home studios is aFocusrite Scarlett 2i2, a Cloudlifter CL-1 Mic Activator, and a Shure SM7B. It’s hard to beat that combo for the money. You’ll definitely need an audio interface to record a multi-person podcast, as it’s quite hard...
We often hear from musicians and recording engineers who need to boost listening volume of their headphones. I recently tried a set of Sennheiser HD-650s using the headphone output of aFocusrite Scarlett 2i2interface and completely agree. Volume on the interface can be turned to 100% without t...
Just as blogging and social media enabled almost anyone with a computer to become a bona fide reporter, podcasting allows virtually anyone with a computer to become a radio disc jockey, talk show host or recording artist. Although podcasting first found popularity within the techie set, it has ...
A solo podcast is a format where you, as the host, take center stage and deliver engaging content to your audience. Unlike a co-hosted podcast, where multiple individuals share the hosting duties, a solo podcast allows you to fully showcase your expertise and create a more intimate connection...
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For recording solo or duo performances, an audio interface that includes one or more mic preamps may be all you need to connect to your computer or standalone recording equipment.Along with its acclaimed mic preamps and 24-bit/192kHz definition, the Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 USB Audio Interface ...
Popular models include the Focusrite Scarlett series, which offers various input options and high-quality preamps. Mixers, such as the Behringer Xenyx series, provide more control over sound levels and are useful if you have multiple microphones or instruments. Some mixers can send data directly t...
) The Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 / Solo only has one set of line outputs. When setting up, don't expect the "microphone input monitor" to show anything until actually running a measurement. This caused me a lot of headaches thinking that the microphone input was set up incorrectly. Once I ...
Focusrite Scarlett Solo 2×2 USB Audio Interface, and for our travel audio kits we’ve developed for our senior leaders we use theShure X2U XLR-to-USB Signal Adapter. Both devices have professional XLR inputs and headphone jacks to monitor your audio input and output and a USB port to ...