Audient iD22 In-Depth Review

[@DDRMR]

You're a cool dude my bro

[@volanterodas]

i own this audio interface and for sure ill never get rid of it, this thing is fantastic

[@catman6089]

Recently bought one of these as an upgrade to my home studio. Extremely excited to start using it. If this thing had MIDI i/o it would literally be the perfect audio interface, hands down. Nothing a good old MOTU MIDI interface cant fix lol

[@beforeilay]

They are bouta release the MKII soon

[@cyrax1266]

@@beforeilay it's out!

[@Fuiape]

@@cyrax1266 there is not such thing as an audience id 22 mk ii the correct one and new one is a id14 mkii

[@OlaB245]

Thanks so much for this. I finally found a channel that knows what they're talking about! :-)

[@stephenmcmanus2273]

It's a great interface. I've had mine in the studio for a couple of years now.

[@Fuiape]

Does it still works? Or does it presented faults as I have heard it is pretty common….

[@blumo2873]

Hi! Great review, probably the best on you tube! I have a question though: is it possibile to record at the same time a voice coming through an external preamp into the Audient return input and a guitar plugged into the integrated preamp of the interface (or into the channel two DI)? Thx a lot

[@kevinfrieden7929]

yes that's no problem

[@josuegonzalez4705]

ID14 Mkii vs ID22...There are any differences between those in sound quality aspect?

[@mattmartin2184]

From what I've read there is a perceived difference.

[@rodoljubraickovic3183]

This unit have best preamps of all small audio interfaces ever! I think that this unit is better than RME now in terms of preamps quality and AD/DA but I'm not sure about latency and drivers.

[@adamsteelproducer]

The newest drivers are much better than the older ones, I’m getting good latency with them now

[@jamie9029]

@@adamsteelproducer is that with Mac and Windows as I'm on windows would just be a bit gutted if I bought and the windows driver is crap with latency? I mean my maudio has 5/6ms will the Audient be the same.. not sure what latency that is it said 5.7ms somewhere? It's a cheap MK2 mtrack maudio..

[@adamsteelproducer]

I’m a windows man, and m-audio haven’t always been the best with reporting proper latency numbers

[@rodoljubraickovic3183]

@@adamsteelproducer I’m using a windows too and I’m really happy with my Audient iD44 for recording, but drivers aren’t that strong for mixing big projects. You need a lot of CPU power!

[@heavymetalmixer91]

For mastering what interface would you recommend more? The Audient iD22 or the Focusrite Clarett 2Pre USB?

[@maledrops]

Great review ,I liked the part when you tested the Sm7b.But could you really use that for singing and recording without an external pre-amp or that setup you used would only be usable for podcasting and such things?

[@adamsteelproducer]

I find it’s unlikely in a normal circumstance that you’d have the preamp gain that high, generally singing can be much louder. And you really could use an sm7b in that circumstance. If it sounds good, why have an external preamp?

[@maledrops]

@@adamsteelproducer Man thanks for the super fast reply!That really helps!I was going for the Audient 22 and the studio projects C1 mic ,but after this Im gonna go for the only mic I really like the Sm7b!

[@jl.8408]

Tack för inf...

[@Bring_MeSunshine]

Hi, I have an iD22 and this month, I'm hoping to expand it with the ASP 880. My project studio is all home-based, so I'm forced to be mobile if I want to record a band, then there is the question of providing headphone cue mixes for the performers. In this vid, you touched upon the low latency features of the drivers, and, there is a further facility that allows ultra-low latency when using cue mixes and the routing matrix options available within the iD app, which bypass the DAW. Now, not being gifted technically (I have contacted audient to get some clarification) I've found following the process for low latency cue mixes, still a little confusing. It's a big ask, but would you please consider doing a video on this aspect of the iD app's functionality?

[@IsaacJDean]

You've almost sold me on it! I was thinking about going with the Focusrite 6i6. I need 4 outputs (sending to tape, reamping eventually as well probably). The price is a little higher than I was expecting but it seems like the quality is there. The control room/monitor volume section is a really nice feature and those sends would be incredibly handy further down the line. I wish it had two more inputs though but I guess that's where the 44 comes in.

[@TravisHY]

I'm late to the party, but I think I'm becoming an Audient guy as well. The preamps sound SO good compared to other much more expensive pieces and the features are flexible enough that you can integrate any outboard gear you've collected. ALL HAIL AUDIENT!!!

[@oysteinsoreide4323]

usb latency can be fixed with setting buffer size small enough.

[@snakeclaw]

Good vid. I really appreciate your comparison using the insert jacks vs the line input jacks when comparing external sources. I can hear the difference. However in your test did you use TRS jacks going into the line inputs? If so perhaps the loss of punch you are hearing is due in part that you went through the balancing transformer. I wonder if a simple unbalanced cable would yield better results. I just purchased am id14. I am worried about being able to use my external preamps as I do not have insert points. I wasn't worried until I saw your vid. Lol. Thoughts? I have 29 days where I can return for an id22

[@geekindakitchen]

Really detailed Review mate, can I ask what headphones you are using they look nice?

[@FayezBundiOfficial]

Hi, What type of audio mic are you using to record this video?

[@MissKittyVideo]

Which ports do i use

[@rogerconnick]

Hi Adam great video, thanks. In this instance are you saying that it would be better off to use the iD22's in-built DI compared to a separate DI box? Like you say in the video, I can definitely hear more clarity with the in-built DI compared to the Groove Tubes DI box.

[@adamsteelproducer]

Hi Roger! It’s a tough one for sure, I almost always recommend a separate DI box for several reasons, including electrical isolation (less chance for interference noise) and a loop output, but in this case the iD22’s own DI really did stand up to the test. My Groove Tubes DI has its own flavour (and apparently there’s a mod to improve it) but until now no inbuilt DI on any interface I’ve used has come close in terms of quality. The iD22 has me impressed.

[@henricbarkman]

Just fantastic review :). Quick question, does it have a loopback function for streaming?

[@KaninManeepairoj]

What interface were you using to record your review?

[@arch.marcoporro1367]

Hi Adam, great video! I have a question about recording guitar: could I send a radial j48 mic signal directly into the return insert point of the audient id22?

[@adamsteelproducer]

Hi Marco. No, the insert returns are line level with no amplification or phantom power- why would you want to do this? That’s exactly what the mic input is for

[@samelectricuncle]

Hi Adam, very nice video! Just a question: if i have to use my Midi Controller with any kind of DAWs to play all the VSTì (like EZDrummer2) i have strictly and naturally connect it directly into the PC via USB (Windows 10 Pro), cause if i'm not wrong all the Audient interface haven't got MIDI In/OUT, doesn't it?...in the case i wanna buy one!!! I would not find myself with latency or conflict problems . For curiosity this Audient interface contains some plug-ins or bundle? Thank you in advance and to be continued like this ;)

[@magnusernlund8001]

Opinions on the AKM converters vs. the Burr Brown converters?

[@adamsteelproducer]

They’re both converters. The circuit designed around the chip has far more bearing on the results so I’m not bothered, and also in my experience directly switching chips gives completely negligible results

[@ricardoprieto6401]

I have both the ID22 and ID44. They both sound extremely different due to their converters. AKM and Cirrus on ID44 and Burr Brown on ID22. The 22 sounds very bright, crystal clear and LOUD. It’s very punchy with plenty of low end. My 44 sounds very dark and thin in comparison. With the preamp volume on max gain the 44 doesn’t sound nearly as loud as the 22. Some people prefer dark, others prefer bright. I also have a Grace design M101 microphone preamp and the ID22 comes very close to that level of clarity and quality while the 44 is nowhere near it. The ID44 does have slightly lower preamp noise floor when cranked but that’s only because its nowhere near as loud as the 22.. By the way, the headphone amplifier sucks on both devices when tracking vocals. Very weak output.

[@zeeceefourovksk2837]

Audience id22 has been out for many years. How updated is the product ie. is the software and driver are officially release for win 10 environment? I have Focusrite 2i2 but the idea of having better preamp and AD converter from Audient ID products is making me wanting to invest in better USB interface.

[@adamsteelproducer]

Yes the latest drivers (version 4) came out around the release of the iD44, and they are fully Win10 compatible and work very well

[@zeeceefourovksk2837]

@@adamsteelproducer Awesome. in comparison, what do you think of Apollo Twin USB?

[@wunzeptepwun6175]

the id22 recently got an update to support the talkbalk feature.

[@Warmwinterz]

Didnt notice a difference in converters from my firestudio mobile. The preamps seem much better tho. As good as my golden age premiere pre honestly

[@JaeBTundra1]

That's because the preamps are Class A

[@mbshameer5]

Where can i buy in Dubai?

[@Bring_MeSunshine]

www.audiodubai.ae/catalogsearch/result/?q=iD22

[@jerryb.7021]

Price has come down a lot. As of July 2023 they're around $279 new. Works with my M2 max Mac Studio. In the next couple days I'm going to try to connect it to my Rosetta 200 AD/DA converter via s/pdif. Hopefully it'll work!

[@MissKittyVideo]

I have focusrite preamp...how do i hook that up to the audient

[@MissKittyVideo]

I plug my focusrite into 1 in the back..then what i only got a mono line out

[@Spannchez]

Any chance we can get that reamp tutorial you mentioned in this vid? Or did I overlook it in the past videos?

[@adamsteelproducer]

I’ve done a few Reamp tutorials, just have a search. I’m filming a new one very soon with new boxes from Signal Art

[@Spannchez]

@@adamsteelproducer Gotchya. Thanks for the reply. In this video, you mentioned doing a reamp vid specifically using the ID 22. That's what I was referring to. Didn't know if that ever happened so I thought I would ask. No worries tho. Great content. Really enjoy your channel. Cheers.

[@BKeichLife]

When is the iD22 Mk2 for?

[@adamsteelproducer]

Best ask Audient about that

[@cjcotton381]

Hello, nice vid. Just double checking can I bypass the pres with the return input and also use the Audient pres at the same time? So basically record 4 mics. 2 Audient and 2 outboard?

[@adamsteelproducer]

No that’s not how it works, using the returns negates the preamp on that channel

[@cjcotton381]

Quick response bro thanks so much! Subscribed x

[@thomasort9450]

Hello, thx for the Great Reviews & Videos. Do u think the Audient id22 is a nice Combo with the Slate Digital ML-1 Mic? Or shoud i buy the Original Slate VMS ONE Preamp? I hope u can help me. Thx a lot & Greetz

[@adamsteelproducer]

Hi! I think the iD22 is a great pairing with the ML1, but for the ultimate combo you can use the VMS preamp into the return of one of the iD22 channels (straight to the converters). I use a VMS straight to converters in my studio and it’s the best vocal sound I’ve ever had- the pre on the iD22 is very clean though so it’s a very close call! Either works very well indeed

[@mustbescud]

What mice are you using to record your voice in this video.

[@adamsteelproducer]

Mice? A Logitech one and the trackpad on my laptop lol

[@mustbescud]

@@adamsteelproducer mic I mean lmao sorry To be more specific, i notice you don't have a mic right in front of your mouth like most reviewers. So what mic were you using to be able to have the mic from the distance? Thank you.

[@marketweis]

What's the status report on this, if you still have it? Reports out there left & right about static on the outputs after a year or 2 of use

[@adamsteelproducer]

I sent it back after the review, I’m now on the iD14mk2

[@RensinkRamblings]

So I’m having trouble with hearing myself in my headphones after switching computers. Any suggestions? I have the ID 22

[@lauramelaniemusic9183]

Thank you for your great vids. I can't find a tutorial to help me with my question and am hoping you have a moment to do so. I am having a hard time setting up a headphone mix. I use REAPER and understand how to set it up from the DAW side, but cannot get it happening from the Audient side. I have the hardware out to 5/6 from my "headphone mix" track. I go into the Audient control panel and that's where I get lost. Thank you so much. Laura

[@melemassimo]

so you quit rme raydat?, i remember a video u were using that

[@adamsteelproducer]

No, the Raydat is still the center of my studio. This is a review video.

[@crokinoledk]

Hello, thank you for the video. Do you Guys know, how does it stack up against SPL Crimson 3? Best regards.

[@adamsteelproducer]

Hey- hard to say? I’ve not used the SPL, but the price is higher and it has more features to reflect that. In general terms, the Audient Sound is very high quality so I wouldn’t expect to be hearing any noticeable improvement between the two, or with any interface below about £2000-3000 where the converters and design can be completely no-compromise

[@RundFyrkant]

SPL has a bigger price tag for a couple of good reasons 😊

[@melodychest9020]

When you talk about the line inputs, isn't it the same if you stick TRS into those two XLR combo jacks? The TRS that it takes through there should be going to line inputs inside without hitting the preamps. Isn't that so?!

[@tomvice]

Which is better for connecting a torpedo captor (amp loadbox), preamp or DI?

[@adamsteelproducer]

A Captor has line level output, so neither is really needed- but either would be fine. I’d go to a clean preamp or just a line in to get the cleanest signal

[@CalMakesNoise]

Intrigued to know if you have an opinion on how the pre's and functionality compare to the Apollo Twin MK2 (DSP Engine aside)

[@richardemmittvo]

Yes, I would be interested in that as well.

[@RundFyrkant]

Just want to make potential buyers aware of that the ID22 has a known issue with the PSU that that's putting a high risk for overheat and eventually failure. Audient will not compensate if the unit fails after warranty. Mine failed after about three years and had to be sent to repairs for 180 € + shipping. The ID22 is a great sounding desktopinterface with neat features but it will potentially fail and Audient will turn a blind eye when requesting help for this well known issue. Over and out.

[@rockostiffredi4276]

Funny you say that. Noticed a Audient ASP800 on Ebay recently which had shorted out internally causing the toroidal transformer to cook. Dam shame, otherwise great sounding bit of kit by the sounds of things.

[@RundFyrkant]

@@rockostiffredi4276 yeah, there's a thread on Gearslutz about the issues that Audient have. Really sad to see an upperlevel brand like Audient having quality issues and questionable comeback with customerservice. Next time it fails I'll go for RME or SPL for a desktopinterface.

[@rockostiffredi4276]

@@RundFyrkant Guess I'm lucky that I already own a RME UFX+ and a SPL Madison then :)

[@ilpatongi]

You mean the internal circuit or the power brick itself? Because the latter can be solved with a higher quality brick

[@ricardoprieto6401]

Audient now provides a three-year warranty on all their devices if purchased after a certain date. I’m guessing that they were aware of the issue and updated the hardware components on their devices.

[@KALLHASH]

im new at this i wanna use a stereo buss compressor that have left right out and in and i have this soundcard id22 how should i go

[@adamsteelproducer]

Hi - you would have to set an insert point after your track and output from outputs 3 and 4, returning on the 2 Preamps in line mode. Personally I do it in software now because it’s a lot easier, but if you’re dead set then that’s how. In Reaper you can use a plugin called ReaInsert to put real hardware in a chain without complicated routing

[@snapicvs]

It works great, while it works. Unfortunately, these units tend to crap out after a few years. My analogue inputs were always wonky and now quit working entirely.

[@hebrewisraeliteboyd6051]

Can I be used for protools 11 on pc

[@adriansanchez4875]

Would this be a good combo with the UA solo 610. I'm thinking of buying the two. I have an apollo twin at the moment but I want to completely bypass the preamp in the interface , is it worth it to buy a whole new interface 🤔

[@TheChaNar]

I bought the Audient iD22 second hand but in excellent condition four years ago and did extensive recording projects with this unit. However, las year [2021] I upgraded my computer system to an AMD Ryzen 7-based desktop and I have been unable to download the driver and other software for this unit on my new DAW. My previous DAW was running on Windows 10 and the new system is running Windows 11. I have written extensively to Audient for a solution to this problem but the issue remains unresolved. Would appreciate any guidance and assistance with this problem.

[@leonardtristan6873]

a sm57 in front of a real amp would have been nice, but anyway, nice video!

[@tsunamimusic1713]

Sir please tell me can we bypass headphone pre amp as well i am new to this can we use a headphone and headphone preamp and use it with audient id22 to mix and master

[@adamsteelproducer]

You don’t need to bypass the headphone Preamp if you take the main monitor outputs 1+2 and use them to feed your headphone amp, or even outputs 3+4 if you need to wire in monitors as well. No problem!

[@tsunamimusic1713]

@@adamsteelproducer thx please reply one last time sir no sir i dont have studio monitors .. i want to buy sennheiser hd650 and use it with audient id22 .. and i also want to add a nice external headphone preamp to this chain ... is it possible ? And will it give good enough quality

[@adamsteelproducer]

Yes it’s possible, I use a Sono with a headphone amp and HD650s, and that’s no problem. Just don’t use the “headphone” output on the iD22 if you want to bypass it, use the main stereo outputs on the back instead

[@tsunamimusic1713]

@@adamsteelproducer thanks so much sir your work is super awesome !! I will buy from your given links thx again

[@rodoljubraickovic3183]

Do I need to use stereo 6.3 mm jack for send/return inputs while using outboard gear?

[@adamsteelproducer]

You don’t have to use TRS jacks (“stereo”), you can just use mono TS jacks, but they will then be unbalanced. The choice is yours. Personally I would use a balanced connection wherever possible

[@artistahmed266]

Do I need external Mic Preamp's or are the Id22 Professional, my Mic is a AT4060a. Thx a lot

[@adamsteelproducer]

Why need external preamps? These sound great, also define professional.

[@bojanarezina2352]

what's the best way to turn these off? i pull the power plug out from the id22 and than the usb computer from the computer. is that fine? and no, i'm not gonna leave it on all the time, that's insane.

[@JaeBTundra1]

Yea that's cool

[@videntemusic2465]

Hi bro for vocal is different am ask id4 vs id22 am ask because i have id4

[@adamsteelproducer]

I think the iD22 is a little bit better, but you would need a very good mic and a well treated room to hear the difference

[@videntemusic2465]

@@adamsteelproducer yes i have the id4 with preamp golden age 73 and microphone mogami edition v69

[@videntemusic2465]

@@adamsteelproducer but am ask is better for upgrade to id22

[@adamsteelproducer]

Then you likely won’t hear very much difference- the big difference between the iD4 and 22 is the feature set, more preamps, more outputs, ADAT etc

[@videntemusic2465]

@@adamsteelproducer oka bro thanks

[@parvesh.5_357]

It used to work now it caused white noise

[@Abyssiumatic]

ive had 3 of them... or 4 lost count... they break suddenly, mostly out of warranty time, when it works ... i love it really do... but this was the last drop ... you expect your audio interface to last atleast 10 years ... well if its the ID 22 3-4 in 10 years... i strongly suggest avoiding the ID 22 , and im really hoping they fixed this issue in their newer cards ... i really want to get a newer version, but im weary of pissing away another 400 dollars on a product so short lived...

[@rjb7569]

Solid, enlightening review, once again (I watched your iD44 overview just before this). This is an interface that's caught my eye as I research a more current, higher quality set of features for a new interface purchase. I'm also looking at the Focusrite and Presonus products that are in the relatively same financial ballpark as well. One difference I noted between the 22 and 44, unless I'm mistaken, which would't be the first time 😵, is that your voice sounded clearer through the 44's pres. The 22 sounded a bit "muffled," for lack of a better expression. This sent up a bit of a red flag as the pre-amp for the singing voice is the most important feature for me in a recording interface. (Price in the US is $500.)

[@musicandres]

Audient ID22 have some problems with defective units, if you have pops and clicks and output input problems here are the simple solutions: kzbin.info/www/bejne/poPMgp9ti95niJo

[@Paolo_Pino]

Hi Adam, I have a noob question for you: Say I want to record guitar with an external delay pedal. Can I use Guitar straight into ID22, then a bunch of vst pedals and at the same time the delay pedal in the send-return? Will it work as an amp fx loop?

[@adamsteelproducer]

That’s quite a tricky sounding setup, but it might be possible, just not in the way you’re thinking. The send/return loop is straight after the mic preamps so is off the table here. You might be able to use input 1 for guitar, line up your VSTs, send the audio out of output 3 into your delay pedal then back into input 2. Convoluted but it would work!

[@dehamellin]

finish the raspberry pi video please

[@parvesh.5_357]

It causes static noise

[@cardos]

by any chance did you try the DI in on the audient id22?

[@cardos]

oh sorry, I just got to the 12th minute :)

[@pml394]

Great interface and a very good review. I have used this interface every day until recently = 3 1/2 years. Then I started getting strange noises from the output. Many users have had the same experince after some time. Its a shame, because the ID22 has a great sound and gives you a lot of options. There is a fix for some of the troubles with the ID22: kzbin.info/www/bejne/poPMgp9ti95niJo. Maybe this not only relate to Audient ID 22. Is it naive to expect more than 3,5 years of heavy usage from a consumer grade product from far east ?

[@spslist]

Just throw away the ID 22. Absolute rubbish. Here's my experience with it: 1st of all master 1 & 2 stopped to work. Thomann took it back to repair but it took 2 months. when I got it back I had no 48v phantom on one channel. I decided to keep it cause I couldn't afford to be without it. Eventually I have witnessed Audio drop outs, no phantom power on any channel, and it wont work at all when connected to my laptop, and it will only work on my desktop with a specific cable. Support with Audient was positive until the warranty ran out. Shocking bad product.

[@Алексей-г7ь5ы]

a lot of entourage, a lot of words, little meaning))) about nothing