Sterling H224 Initial Observations DAY 1

My initial thoughts after unboxing and just about to set everything up. I've discovered how it works and now I am ready to get busy using it.
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[@shawnr26]

I bought th Sterling H224 about two years ago after watching this video. It's very informative and to the point. I still have them (started off buying one used first to see if I can get it to work with my iPad, which it did. Then I bought a new one from GC for my laptop setup). Love them!!! Thanks Keithron!!!

[@KeithronPowell]

Hate it’s been discontinued. Can’t wait to see the replacement.

[@shawnr26]

@@KeithronPowell Awe man that sucks! I'm thankful that both of mine are holding up well. The one that I bought used, I gig with it at least twice a week...sometimes more without any issues. I hope that Sterling makes something similar at the same price point.

[@qodeshnoccs]

Grabed the harmony h224 recording starter pack 2 days ago. Good sound,good vid

[@KeithronPowell]

👍🏽

[@KellySneed]

Thanks for the review and rundown. Just ordered one from Musicians Friend on their Stupid Deal of the Day sale.

[@KeithronPowell]

It’s nice

[@drummermomcjs]

Just bought this interface a couple weeks ago. Thus far I really like it. I am new to audio interfaces and DAWs but I hooked this up and started using the DAW as a beginner, I had fun with it and really liked the sound I got from it. I am excited to see what I can do with this unit.

[@KeithronPowell]

It’s my main set up in the studio

[@sweeper0120]

"Subscribe" clicked! Thank you for this excellent review and comparison video...It really helped this 54 year old guitarist just getting into home recording.

[@KeithronPowell]

Awesome! Welcome to the fam!

[@MACKCHIEV100]

VERY GOOD BREAK DOWN OF THE "STERLING H224". THANKS KING!

[@KeithronPowell]

You’re welcome.

[@tlongmoneybeats7055]

Thx for this review! I just copped one for $79 and can’t wait to set it up!

[@KeithronPowell]

I have another video on this unit if you have even more questions… about channel 3/4

[@djdel1122]

Thank you so much for the review! I just purchased it. I have also the Big knob but there were some circuit issues that I needed a backup Audio interface so I will get that one repaired. Once I get that one working correctly , I will use your suggestions for a separate monitoring for vocals.

[@KeithronPowell]

You’ll love it…. I think the Big knob is prone to issues and I don’t understand why. Mine had a short and I had to get another one.

[@caseyhicks2205]

Good info. What I needed to know. After looking at the Scarlett 2i2, I thought I had my mind made up. Guitar center rep actually downsold me to the sterling. Happy I listened to him.

[@KeithronPowell]

The Sterling is dope for the money

[@ElronCorinthian]

Great review, I just bought one...haven't tried it yet, this vid has me excited to try it out

[@KeithronPowell]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@joshuacole1877]

Thank you. It’s on sale tomorrow:) I’m getting one for sure:)

[@KeithronPowell]

👍🏽

[@darwinatgc]

Great accept I cant get playback out of the headphone jack on the front.. I can hear the piano when I'm playing/recording but when I play it back I cant get it in the headphones.. just keeps coming out the laptop speakers.

[@KeithronPowell]

Are you connected via usbc? You need to tell your laptop to use the h224 for output

[@MindoverX]

Thanks for the review too! Saw your comment on Guitar Center and that brought me here :)

[@KeithronPowell]

Awesome!

[@DizzyDocc369]

Granted it’s been a year or so since you made this video, but I picked up the H224 for $79. And for that I can’t complain in the least bit.

[@KeithronPowell]

I’m still using it and it’s nice still

[@egotrpn]

I just got the sterling this weekend. I have a question! I plugged in my headphones in the headphones jack and I noticed sound was only coming out in the left ear. I thought it was because I had mono on and not stereo. When I was pulling out the headphones from the jack I noticed that half way out both left and right of my headphones started to work. Question is, is that the way sterling works? I have to put the headphones into the headphone jacks halfway? That seems odd to me.

[@KeithronPowell]

No take it back that sounds defective. Get another one. Mine works well.

[@johnathonready9347]

Just picked this puppy up for 80$ from guitar center brand new, was between this and the focusrite and i think the sterling offers wayyyy more. Price to performance is key for most people, get the sterling🙂

[@KeithronPowell]

Agreed

[@johnathonready9347]

@@KeithronPowell just got into the audio space, got handed a 2020 with a k3+, but the soundblaster felt like a toy. Needed a new interface due to it making everything sound like it was recorded on a toothpick, now can record crisp clean audio with no hiccups. I didn’t see your review before I bought it, but I’ll tell everyone to watch your video on it🫡

[@egotrpn]

Guitar center had a bundle sale on this product.

[@KeithronPowell]

They’re like $79 right now! I need to buy a couple and do a giveaway.

[@EElegOfficial]

Can you explain little more the part to use the 3&4 output? Also, there anyway to make it work with MAC, meaning, make the volume works with mac?

[@KeithronPowell]

Check this out… Sterling Harmony H224 Audio Interface: How To Use Channels 3 & 4 kzbin.info/www/bejne/nIq0l6qqmamooNk also, if you’re having volume issues make sure to check inside of the Mac settings itself and see if it’s turned up. I’m strictly apple everything so that’s where I’d start.

[@EElegOfficial]

@@KeithronPowell i dont know how to explain it to you, but when you press the volume up on the keyboard, on the computer screen show the forbidden icon

[@KeithronPowell]

@@EElegOfficial you have to use the knob. You can’t use the computer once it’s plugged in.

[@EElegOfficial]

@@KeithronPowell i may find the solution... How can i share an video with you showing the solution? But, my thank go to you.

[@EElegOfficial]

@@KeithronPowell this is the solution i founded to use the system volume drive.google.com/file/d/1tcuCOkNwuMRoiHRN_x1ZTdRfhbAWSHPP/view?usp=sharing

[@rigriggerson4949]

So the focusrite just ain’t actin right huh I got my H224 for $99 musician friend stupid deal of the day

[@KeithronPowell]

That’s a crazy deal…. That Focurite just can do what the Sterling can. I gotta make the switch.

[@Realrayt]

My 224 made everything super quiet as far as any audio even after updating the drivers… idk a fix and haven’t seen much on the topic but the original set up was a Scarlett solo 2nd gen a Shure mv7x and for headphones I use moondrop ssp with a adapter from 3.5mm to 1/4

[@KeithronPowell]

I’ve never heard of a volume drop when using the H224. Have you taken it back and traded for a new one? I spoke with an employee at GC and he tried it and loved it. And like me switched from the Focuseite. I think it may be a bad unit. Also? Check your cable. When I first got mine I used the cable that came with it and found it to have an issue. I had another lying around and it worked fine.

[@Realrayt]

@@KeithronPowell taking it back today the cable wasn’t the issue so I’m just going with it being a bad unit, I loved the audio I got from the mic set up I just couldn’t hear it from the iems I was using with it and had to use a different set up entirely

[@KeithronPowell]

@@Realrayt well if you need help with the replacement let me know. I’m open to a FaceTime call. I know this is a solid product and I’ve been able to show people what it’s truly capable of

[@LucasLopesGomes]

I bought it for 80 bucks last week at the Guitar Center 😊

[@KeithronPowell]

Make sure you read the directions and/watch my other videos. Remember channel 3/4 are not broken.

[@LucasLopesGomes]

@@KeithronPowell hmmm, I think that answer isn't to me.

[@mattc487]

I loved this until it stopped working the way it was out the box....once I installed voicemeeter to try it, i didnt like it and uninstalled voicemeeter; haven't been able to get the ability to go between channels: EVERYTHING COMES OUT CHANNEL 1 and 2! DRIVING ME CRAZY!!!!

[@KeithronPowell]

I made this video to clarify why it’s not working the way you think it should. Sterling Harmony H224 Audio Interface: How To Use Channels 3 & 4 kzbin.info/www/bejne/nIq0l6qqmamooNk

[@MusicfromSolo]

Much appreciated for showcasing the Sterling audio interface Man. a quick question If I May ask, do you know if you can utilize the input lines in the front simultaneously with The Input lines in the back of the audio interface to record synthesizers or drum machines that has multiple outputs like Roland Tr 808 type setup? Thank You again

[@KeithronPowell]

I haven’t tried to plug anything into the line in on front or back like that but…..🤔 I think imma give it a shot in a future video

[@MusicfromSolo]

@@KeithronPowell Cool! That will be Great Man! I appreciate it for You to reply back. Peace!

[@Star-pc8iv]

Hello, I was considering purchasing the sterling audio complete recording bundle which includes this item as well as the microphone that you reviewed as well. I was wondering if these items were compatible with an MacBook Pro?

[@KeithronPowell]

Absolutely! I’m all Mac/Apple everything

[@Star-pc8iv]

@@KeithronPowell thank you so much for getting back to me. I had one more question for you. These items aren’t just for instrument players correct? They could be used to help someone who wants to learn how to record their own music and pursued a rap/singing career?

[@KeithronPowell]

@@Star-pc8iv absolutely!

[@MindoverX]

how is the latency, and does windows come with an ASIO driver or does this come with ASIO? I know that we can get ASIO4ALL, but just curious

[@KeithronPowell]

I have not experienced any latency issues. And I use Mac so not sure about that driver. 🤷🏽‍♂️

[@hitsondemandent.1436]

can you use both sets of monitors at the same time with the big knob?

[@KeithronPowell]

I reread your comment… no, it’s one at a time. Not sure you’d want to. The purpose is to see what a song sounds like in different monitors. My Mackie monitors are not tuned the same as the Presonus. The Presonus are a higher quality. They are my mains. The Mackie have a different tone but still a good one. Plus I have a subwoofer on them. I get a completely different experience. That lets me know what my mix and mastering sounds like.

[@KeithronPowell]

Reread your comment and changed mine.

[@HitsOnDemandStudio]

You lied to me lol

[@martinburns328]

Are you still using the H224?

[@KeithronPowell]

Yep

[@daxdarcen1719]

Can u use all 4 inputs simultaneously?

[@KeithronPowell]

Yes but…. You really need to watch this video to understand how it really works. Most people seem to miss it in the video you watched. Check this one kzbin.info/www/bejne/nIq0l6qqmamooNk

[@daxdarcen1719]

@@KeithronPowell thanks for the reply sir but my question is about the "input" .. can i use the 4 inputs simultaneously, the 2mics and 2 instruments input all together? godbless

[@AlejandroGarcia-js8pq]

Can this be used for GarageBand ?

[@KeithronPowell]

Yes… any DAW

[@LucidLyles]

why can i only play out of 1 and 2 or 3 and 4 - not all four at same time???? Its driving me nuts man

[@KeithronPowell]

I explained this in the video. It’s not designed to do that. Channel 1 and 2 are your main outs… 3/4 are separate sends… you can have a separate mix going to the person singing on your studio that doesn’t affect the main mix. I do this all the time. The singer may only want to hear certain parts of the track or want the volume turned up loud in their headphones. 3/4 allow you to give the person in the booth a separate mix.

[@SeventhDynasty]

I can't get 3 &4 to work with my 2nd set of Monitors, I know he explained the idea of using it for a separate send to an artist who's performing but I'm still puzzled. I need 3 & 4 to work with my 2nd set of Monitors

[@KeithronPowell]

@@SeventhDynasty you have to set it up and send it from your DAW. On the channel you’ll see 1-2 on on the next send/bus open 3-4… from there you can turn up the volume to the moniyors

[@KeithronPowell]

@@SeventhDynasty I’m going to do a separate video showing it.

[@KeithronPowell]

@@SeventhDynasty There is only 1 way to get them to work in channels 3-4. You can split 1-2 but the other channels have a different purpose. video uploading now.

[@nodoze123]

Salute!

[@KeithronPowell]

🙋🏽‍♂️

[@michaelbarber590]

Just bought one of these this morning for $99 bucks on Musicians Friend Stupid Deal Of The Day.

[@KeithronPowell]

Yeah that’s a deal

[@robertmotion]

copped that 🔥Sterling Audio Studio Bundle 🔥other day, Guitar Center. great review and great tips. /Bklyn👑

[@KeithronPowell]

You’ll love it