XLR Interfaces Are Getting SO GOOD - (Best Features and Worst Problems)

GoXLR has been KING for a while, but Elgato and AVerMedia are giving it some competition.
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[@Senpai]

Gonna have to redo this whole freaking video when the Beacn Create is finally launched. That thing looks dope. Which device is your favorite?

[@ebonyempirellc4390]

So no Nexus update? Because I think I'm going to love it.

[@TearlessGosling]

Motu M2/M4 lineup are easily my favorite for audio interfaces. You should give them a look, definitely a better interface than the scarlett.

[@RodiBroGamer]

Have to say goxlr! As a musician too faders nobs are so crucial for me. Love my goxlr just got it couple days ago. Was using Voicemeeter Potato and still do when i take my laptop to my work to connect to another pc but the functionality of the goxlr and the software is amazing. Thanks Harris for another amazing video!

[@breakingkaeto2065]

Have you heard of the Presonus Revelator IO24 ? It looks promising on paper!

[@andrews.9286]

I would go with the GoXLR, no pun intended. It is $220 at Sweetwater and I think it provides a better value than the WaveXLR. The WaveXLR appears to be a stripped down Audient Evo with wave software. To me it is overpriced for what it offers. I would think $149 would be a more fair price and if it had the better inputs.

[@TheThv_]

I have the Scarlett. And I couldn’t agree more with how you graded it. It has one job in mind and it does it just fine! I’ve had no issues with my and the light on the gain nob tells me when I’m peaking too much or I’m too turned up too high etc. I would suggest it to anyone with an XLR mic that doesn’t care too much about streaming

[@TheVolgun]

I'm still holding out for what BEACN has to offer - I have high hopes.

[@no_categories]

Haven't heard of that one. What's it going to be?

[@pauld4238]

@beacn

[@Tyr808]

same! but I hope we don't need to wait too much longer for details, I've been in the market for an interface for AGES now, haha

[@thewarriorene]

Is there a link to the site for this new product coming out soon? I cant find it online.

[@SolarBang]

I hear ya. I collect equipment so I'm not pressed. I got 2 yeti. Snagged a goxlr super cheap recently. Gonna probably grab a sm7b. For those that dont know the TC-helicon (goxlr guys) started beacn. They are showing some promising things. Check em out.

[@grantcroshaw5789]

I'm buying the Wave XLR -- This was the video that convinced me. Thanks Harris for clear, entertaining, and honest gear reviews. I love your channel.

[@CinemaSteve]

I’m not a streamer so for the Focusrite Solo is perfect for me. I have a ElectroVoice RE320 plugged into it and it sounds fantastic out of that little guy. I just needed something to get my mic into my computer for vocal recording and that did the trick. So simple!

[@andrewkromholz4434]

That’s a great combo !!

[@Maddigan]

I agree! Also appreciate how simple it is to route audio out of the Scarlett and into my studio monitors. Picked up a pair of KRK Rokit 5 Classics recently and it was as simple as plug and play.

[@andrewkromholz4434]

I almost like Re20 with scarlet better than Shure sm7b and cloud lifter better. Shure pics up my cello really wel. I game and play music on stream !

[@luk7n]

That´s the most overrated interface ever, EVO 4 from audient cost same money but does much more than that, it has smart gain, two mic inputs and loopback

[@johnnusz8278]

I actually bought a Focusrite Solo JUST for the ability to have my headphone volume control on my desk. The ability to use it as a mic interface when I upgrade my mic from a USB mic... is a bonus to me

[@pepsilove6306]

I love the Elgato XLR, you mentioned you gotta use the mouse, or buttons to control the sliders. I found a neat little work around. I use my old tablet as a third monitor/usb monitor on my pc. So I just project the Wave Software interface to my tablet and turned it into a touch screen GOXLR basically. so I just slide the sliders via touch screen instead of having to tab out to tweek settings. its nice.

[@lachlanbell8390]

That's a brilliant idea, never would've thought of that. I didn't realise you could use a tablet as an extra monitor/extended desktop, is that easy to do? Doesn't have to be a windows tablet does it?

[@pepsilove6306]

@@lachlanbell8390 nope. I use one of those small android tablets.

[@beans314]

@@pepsilove6306 how'd you do that?

[@pepsilove6306]

@@beans314 cant post the link, but there is plenty of YT tutorials on how to turn a tablet into a usb monitor. or if you feel like wasting a nice chunk of change, you can get a usb to display port wire.

[@darius6867]

thank you for diving into the content without having fillers or a 5 min commercial about how well you’re doing farming us. respect you harris

[@Permore]

Just upgraded from my Scarlet Focusrite solo to the wave xlr! Couldnt be happier 😁

[@andrewkromholz4434]

I’m doing the same! I need that audio control for my teammates ! Have you researched if it’s better than the goxlr?

[@Permore]

@@andrewkromholz4434 short answer, if you aren’t planning on getting a 2 PC setup, 1000% do it its so useful and cheap compared to the goxlr

[@AndyVNguyen]

I really dig that the hair light has softened and doesn’t cast too many shadows anymore. Thanks for the comparison, I still love my GoXLR for streaming.

[@bloopbloop9687]

I love the idea of a hardware slider instead of a software controlled one, even if it takes up more space

[@dhanners3143]

Yea because i don’t want to have to keep scrolling through different apps it takes too much time

[@TheNeoAbsolution]

This did help me a lot. Currently using the Scarlet Solo and considered getting the Wave XLR. Still on the consideration list but not a NEED right now.

[@Antwaiigaming]

I got the scarlet solo for my birthday and I love it too

[@GrantDeFor]

I’ve been considering reasonable upgrades for quite some time, and this helped me have a clearer understanding of the different XLR interface options and why they work for different purposes. Thank you!

[@MaskedNozza]

I would say the feature you missed was the 1/4" on the Scarlett Solo. Not a common thing for a streamer to want or need, but I was surprised and intrigued that you were including the device at all. There are people out there (even you as a musician) who might want that functionality, even though it is quite budget-level.

[@DonnyDonnMendoza]

Yamaha MG 10XU is still one of my fave devices. Because I've upgraded my audio interface recently, I just use it mainly as a monitor controller for several devices (one of which is my PC) but having the extra inputs has come in handy when the proverbial hits the fan LOL

[@TheHorrorGeek]

My Wave XLR arrives tomorrow...so when I saw this video my first thought was "great, now Harris is gonna tell me I should have just bought a GoXLR instead..." So, happy to see the Wave is actually gets the seal of approval. Extra happy because I'm using it with an MV7. It's like you made this for me... :p

[@LoganKirkmanGames]

old comment but how did you like the wave xlr? still using it?

[@fiftyshadesofurban]

11:29 So the other thing here that is a dealbreaker for the GoXLR mini for me is that digital knobs that turn forever in both directions work regardless of whether their values change either in the software, or if say your cat walks on the keyboard and changes the value (of a GoXLR fader), and since GoXLR mini faders aren't motorized then you have a discrepancy between the physical fader and its value on the digital side. That to me is a deal breaker and it's something you don't have to deal with, with knobs like the Avermedia option has.

[@cathybadger4554]

I mean this isn't helpful to everyone BUT I do know some streamers who have a gimmick or a rare stream where they play an instrument, OR where they play Rocksmith while they stream and to those people, the scarlett is of obvious benefit with its ability for you to plug in an instrument with a 1/4 jack

[@maplefoxx6285]

I use the SSL2 USB interface the one with 2 inputs

[@SuperMetalWorld]

Harris! I highly recommend the Motu M2 interface. It has a headphone amp that can easily drive high-powered headsets like my Beyerdynamic DT770 250ohm, It has enough power to drive a SM7B without a cloudlifter, and the VU meters in front are very good for watching your clipping. The preamps are very clean with an extremely low noise floor. I'm surprised more people aren't talking about it. Especially for $169 dollars. The only complaint I have about it is that there isn't an input blend knob between self-monitoring and the game. That comes on the Motu m4.

[@TearlessGosling]

I don't know why more people don't talk about it. Dual inputs, plenty of gain for 48v mics, high headphone output power and a 1/4" jack for real headphones. Clean dac. Man I love my Motu M2

[@SuperMetalWorld]

@@TearlessGosling It's godly and needs to be talked about more. I wanted to go for the Scarlett 2i2 initially but then I did my research. Such a good bang for your buck!

[@orderofeden8599]

Love the Scarlett- but yeah it’s for music basically. I can plug in mics and DI guitar- run through ProTools or a comparable system it’s great. But that’s really it’s function

[@RomuloJocker]

i'd love to see an updated version of these or a "setup suggestion per budget bracket" including the Beacn Stuff, and mic suggestions. would be nice for people who are thinking on upgrading their stuff, especially if upgradability was a factor

[@adivor9993]

killer function for me is VST support in chain directly in wave software. Set default Mic with FX in windows FOR ALL APPLICATIONS is very very convenient

[@IanMcIntosh1]

Would love to know if they’ve fixed any of the Nexus issues. Great video, thanks for making it :)

[@JanneAirDotCom]

One thing would be good to mention that there's been "XLR Interfaces" for over 30 years (modern style for maybe 15-20 years) with good preamps and AD-converters so there's plenty, PLENTY to choose from especially on the used market if you're just looking for a USB interface. It's not just the Focusrite Scarlett.

[@Kodeations]

Thanks for the comparison. I actually purchased the GoXLR Mini a week Prior to the Elgato Wave XLR coming out. After checking your review and others on KZbin, I returned the GoXLR Mini and picked up the Wave XLR. I LOVE the mixer. It was VERY simple to use (I am no audio engineer) and I just use the reaper OBS plugins for EQ and it works wonderfully.

[@abdulmalikazhar1129]

I really prefer the wave xlr because of it's functionality and simplicity plus how compact it is

[@SethGlenn]

Hey Harris!! Great comparison! Though I am surprised you didn't wait to add the new Beacon products coming. However, if I had to pick a device you missed, I'd recommend the Evo 4/8 Audio Interface from Audient. They have a great form factor similar to the Wave XLR, but are between the Wave and the Solo as far as features. More I/O option than both. And cheaper than the GoXLR and even the the Evo4 is same as the Solo with better features. Thanks for the great video

[@thewarriorene]

Thanks bro I value your audio equipment knowledge and experience. I'll get the Go-XLR.

[@Le_Sourpuss]

Note that you ONLY need an interface to your XLR mic if it is Condenser. Dynamic XLR mics do not need an interface and can be directly (through an USB adapter) plugged in to your PC without any loss of quality since they don't need phantom power.

[@confusedannoyed9901]

Don’t do that, they lose a considerable amount of sound quality that way.

[@X-rayS5]

As someone who doesn't stream the goxlr is perfect. Can plug a good quality mic into it and have physical faders all I would ever need. And it's way cheaper in the eu then in the us it seems.

[@maxadrums]

A VERY IMPORTANT THING, depending on your microphone, with GoXLR vs GoXLR Mini, is the fact that the Mini only has 24v Phantom Power for your condenser mic, should you have one, whereas the GoXLR has full 48v, which is the most common for condenser mics. The GoXLR MINI is the only device NOT providing 48v Phantom power. the GoXLR, the Focusrite Scarlett, The Wave XLR, and the Nexus all provide 48v.

[@confusedannoyed9901]

What are you talking about? The mini has 48v phantom power

[@maxadrums]

@@confusedannoyed9901 It does not. Read the manual. "Phantom power +24 V, switchable via control app"

[@confusedannoyed9901]

@@maxadrums so it does…….you said it didn’t provide it, not that it did, but you had to do something via the app. Your comment makes it seem like if you have a condenser microphone it won’t work with a go xlr mini which is not the case.

[@maxadrums]

@@confusedannoyed9901 it won’t. And it doesn’t have 48v phantom power. Your two options with the MINI is to have it off, or have 24v phantom power. There is no option for 48v phantom power on the Mini, then you need to buy the full goXLR. At this point I’m starting to think you might be a troll account though, but hopefully some people get something out of this conversation that clears things up. GoXLR Mini: 24v phantom power GoXLR: 48v phantom power. Most condensers will require 48v to work properly.

[@confusedannoyed9901]

@@maxadrums agreed, like condenser microphones are able to work on a go xlr mini, I own one and use an at2035 on it and have also used a neat worker bee on it with zero issue and the same sound quality as my wavexlr. Sorry you we’re confused.

[@ChaiaEran]

I've got the full-size GoXLR, and I absolutely adore it. Wouldn't trade it for the world at this point.

[@Snaffdude]

When I started streaming I just used my studio set up. My Rode Nt1a and Gen 1 Scarlett solo has had people asking if im using a Shure (My mic is offscreen) The fact you just plug a mic into it is perfect. I routed VST's in from my Reaper DAW and tweaked it until it sounded good in monitoring. Compression and gain made up for the shortfall in dB Would take that over getting plug and play/USB for just streaming due to being able to control every single aspect of my mic

[@Sabborn]

I currently use the Yamaha MG10XU and though its worked great for years I recently decided to make the switch to the Wave XLR because you can just pass the gaming PCs audio from through the Elgato 4K60 Pro Mk2 into OBS so there is no need for a GO XLR for the dual PC setup. Only reason I could see getting one for is if you want extra control or to be able to talk to people on your gaming PC but 99% of the time I'm in Discord with my friends or viewers on my streaming PC where all of this is hooked up anyways. I definitely think that Elgato should come out with a full on direct competitor to the GoXLR or Beacn with the extra I/O and functionality. Call it the Wave Mixer for let's say $350. It would be sold out instantly.

[@ScooterJackson]

for something in the price range of a GoXLR, but with WAY more channels and physical faders for each, Tascam Model 12 or 16 is a great option. Class compliant, each input shows up in OBS so no need for extra software, & preamps sound great.

[@lootwatkins8908]

Yeah those are dope

[@pavelgutierrez6940]

Harris, you should have tested the Audient Evo 4! It's only 10 bucks more than the Scarlett Solo and it has some more features that benefit streamers, such as loopback and pan monitoring

[@WOTBoxTV]

A solid device. Great functionality pretty intuitive. My only gripe is that it's a bit of a "block". If only it had the inclined format of the Wave XLR

[@nerdybob]

Love the reviews and the channel, but I thought I should point on you should say the Elgato Wave is the only one that comes with its own software to give you those features. There are other options out there. While I don't disagree with your assessment the the XLR mics offer you more flexibility and options much more easily, you do have other albeit sometimes clunky options out there. ie. I use a Blue Yeti with Audio Hijack and Loopback.

[@Camilink94]

You should really try the Presonus Revelator, both the mic and the interface. It's basically a Wave mic and a Wave XLR, but with VSTs directly from Presonus.

[@Vertshark]

I like (mostly) the software for the Revelator, however the microphone itself is not that great. I'm hoping they'll go the Wave XLR route and make it available for other microphones

[@Camilink94]

@@Vertshark The already did, Revelator io24, basically a Wave XLR

[@Vertshark]

@@Camilink94 One up on it with two XLR inputs. Also like the individual control for phantom power for each input

[@Ayrichu]

Definitely helped me out, thinking about doing a Wave XLR with a PC panel for the faders, though I am also waiting to hear see what the Beacn Create has to offer, and maybe it'll give me good reason to use it instead!

[@pepsilove6306]

If you got a old tablet laying around, you can connect it to your pc using a displayport to usb cord and just slap the Wave XLR panel on it and use it as a touch screen fader. my old samsung tablet that was in the junk drawer is now my dedicated WaveLink interface.

[@GIJOEG36]

I personally use linux for my streaming pc and that limits my options. I can say that my scarlett 2i2 combined with a cheap usb midi mixer works as great as most of the other options, but it is considerably more setup. But i personally find that it works consistently and with incredible os integration, as you can integrate seemlessly.

[@carlossantiago2765]

I had absolutely no idea what to look for in an interface...so this definitely helped a ton!!!

[@JustCallMeKoko]

Not sure how you're audio monitor is setup on the nexus i.e. is there some sort of "monitor out" jack that you can plug your headphones into? If this is the case, could the hiss you hear in your headphones and not in the recording be from a ground loop?

[@SpeculatorSeth]

The Elgato is appealing, but until they make an interface with multiple inputs/outputs I'll be staying with a Focusrite and Voicemeter Bannana.

[@casedistorted]

Yeah I’ve been using a usb blue yeti and voicemeeter banana for many years now. Tho I have a beringher xeny mixer and audio teknika mic in my basement but no way to connect it to my PC

[@RadWulfXX]

Awesome, insights! I've just entered this market and this info was KEY

[@martinrogers8465]

Your videos are amazing, man! Thank you for being so wonderful

[@Achooah]

Imo nothing beats the MG10XU assuming you are willing to learn the ins and outs of the board. Having on-board compression, EQ, panning, a total of 4 mic pre amps with 64 db of gain, 24 on board effects, all for ~$200 and the added cost of having to learn how to use it makes it one of the best interfaces if you want bang for your buck.

[@tobiasvikr472]

I have the focusrite 3 solo which i've used for a while, but this video convinced me to get the GoXLR Mini. Just more options, not too big, and a bit more gain. Gonna wait until black week and probably pick this up! Subbed and thank you :)

[@troythemusicboy]

What a good video man! love your content and helps out so much!

[@_lucidxo]

Love ya man! I’ve been trying to decide between the GoXLR and the Elgato for starting streaming, so it was nice to see some other options too. Definitely leaning towards the GoXLR Something about having the analog hardware faders in front of me really tickles my audio engineerhood. Feels quicker too. I can hopefully do without submixes. Happy streaming!

[@anonimatorweeb9238]

Same here but I’ll go with the goxlr mini

[@coprilettodelnapoli5466]

But for record singing what is the right choose?

[@dickeyseamus]

I like my Yamaha AG06. USB mixer. Clean sound and all the inputs/outputs I need. I can hook whatever I want into it and it has phantom power if I need it. I also have a Scarlett solo, but the Yamaha is just better overall. Go XLR is just gimmicky streamer gear to me, especially when there's pro audio equipment for around the same price.

[@RoyzaGaming]

Ok so this may be my biased OCDness (running an avermedia mic) buttt if avermedia where to update the software In the future, this would potentially change ??

[@IsaacSetupConcepts]

I just got the yamaha AG03 and I love it. It has everything I was looking in a interface/mixer, Comp, EQ and effects.

[@slaycg2536]

For a traditional mixer I think the best option is the Yamaha AG03 but another device I was interested in is the Tascam MiniStudio. It was discontinued for a while but re-released recently.

[@jokester347]

Great video Harris!! Sam, awesome job on edits as always!!!! Or Scott. Lol love ya guys keep it up!!

[@TomSundayGames]

Nice choice on background music! That is one of my fav Streambeats!

[@SeaOfConcepts]

From my advice I'd stay away from the GOXLR Mini. I've read online and experienced it myself, the Mini has no interference plate on the bottom. This means any electrical interference near the device will b picked up by the microphone - I've never been able to remove my hiss from my mic due to this, and it only seems to be getting worse.

[@brandinimmo674]

Nice comparison video- good information as usual!🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@dkouyou]

Review the Audient Evo 4 already! Seems to be the combination between the Scarlett and the Wave XLR with 2 XLR inputs!

[@ThexAlien]

From my understanding, the Evo 4 is just a portable version of the Focusrite 2i2.

[@dkouyou]

@@ThexAlien It seems to have a better sound and 2 XLR inputs for very little more money. Seems to be the better buy.

[@StefanS88]

I would love too see a comparsion to voicemeeter. Alternatively also interesting could be the Soundcraft UI series or the new mackie onyx mixer

[@MichaelW.1980]

I got a combo of a MOTU M4 audio interface, a KORG Nanokontrol 2 DAW controller, and two Shure Beta 58A microphones. I got so much control on so many channels of audio, using two microphones, two cameras and still… it’s not for everyone. My setup is for control freaks who don’t mind putting work into it. But the outcome in my humble opinion humbles all of the choices in this list.

[@or10nsharkfin]

About two years later, I'd say by now the Wave XLR is elevated to legendary status just from the additions they've made and the additional tools that they've developed. Wave XLR now has built-in VST's that you can add to the Wave Link software on a per-input basis, which means that literally every source of audio can have its own VSTs running. On top of this, they've also released the Stream Deck + which has programmable knobs that you can not only use to adjust the volume of Wave Link, but also use it with a ton of other tools. The increase in overall price to have that functionality would probably be the only detractor, though--$159 for the Wave XLR and $199 for the Stream Deck +. It's worth it if you use it, though.

[@ChopTheViking]

Cool story about Reaper, it's developed by the same people who made Winamp back in the day. In other words, it kicks the llama's ass.

[@argill47]

The Wave XLR in my shopping cart loves this video.

[@ImDembe]

You went in to it a bit and some interfaces have really good headphone amps and 48v amps to power the harder microphones like SM7B. When people cheap out they can miss alot when going with a cheaper interface, cheap headphones and go for a expensive microphone, in my world it's better to start with a good foundation and get the better microphone later because you can get to 85% of what the Shure SM7B give you for alot less with some tweaking.

[@RabbiT_RA]

Haha using Scarlet solo 3 for an year already, easy for everything, why you should pay around twice more to have features what you using 1 time per day, what can be used in main menu or desktop for same 1 time a day🤦‍♂️ and still price is everything for new steamer or starting musicians🤷‍♂️ 24/192 is still great for this price point

[@xorrupt_3802]

I couldn't help but notice you have an ernieball musicman majesty. wow

[@pineapplesimracing4335]

I have been watching so many video about mixer and this video made me make my decision. Im going with XLR mini. I stream console and i think thats the best choice.

[@phredbed827]

Rode Podmic and Wave XLR is an awesome minimalistic microphone setup.

[@jablivegaming]

Just picked up the wave xlr. I was using a zoom podtrak p4. I love the wave link software. Now time for the stream deck +

[@brandonevans5741]

I just got my shure mic so I plan on buying the Elgato xlr. I have 2 stream decks and Elgato foot pedal. Very functional and each button depending on scene or what it may be that impacts audio automatically fades to the corrected inputs and outputs. I need to continue to use all 9 channels for the way i have my stream set up with the use of extra auxiliary’s. I don’t plan on doing a duel pc setup anytime soon being how beefy my current rig is so this is perfect choice for my streaming experience.

[@fiftyshadesofurban]

5:50 So two things here-- one statement, one question: 1. The OBS VSTs will be applied to the entirety of the stream audio, not only the microphone. 2. The Wave XLR has clip guard and various low and high pass filters so do we really need a compressor?

[@fifty_10]

This is not a joke but I've been doing a deep dive into this very subject for the last 2 weeks!

[@fifty_10]

Follow up: seriously glad this video exist and I agree with the scores given to each product at the conclusion

[@elm0jon337]

Just curious. 1 year later, what did you go with?

[@fifty_10]

@elm0jon I didn't end up getting a XLR interface. My HyperX solocast is great and I've been able to EQ my mic for streaming in OBS

[@epso7621]

I think the Native Instruments komplete audio 1 is also really good,as a budget option

[@muhammadfadhlurrakhman7210]

03:52 Man that background tho, kind a spooky for me😁

[@Quickloaded]

I'm glad I watched your video. I was thinking of buying an XLR mic and interface. But it looks like I'll hold off on buying one until you have a review on what BEACN has to offer.

[@ryguy_plays]

A couple of gripes I've had with the Wave XLR since picking it up would be the fact that you can't hook your keyboard volume keys to the monitor output in the wave software, and far more importantly if you have a use case for more than one microphone you cannot use multiple wave devices on the same computer. I still like it for the reasons you mention in the video but it's going to be replaced very quickly if they don't implement multiple devices very soon.

[@batstewart]

I got the Focusrite early last year so I can do music stuff at home during lockdown stuff. I've ended up streaming with it, and it works pretty well, nice and simple.

[@afkookie6525]

get this man 1 million subs!

[@grindstone11]

Great video as always Harris! I just got the Wave XLR as well and to be honest.. as soon as they add some VST controls of some sort. It is hands down my favorite.

[@grindstone11]

Edit: Production is on another level. Way to make me feel bad haha

[@irishswtpea]

This TOTALLY helped me. I have an SM7B (as a podcaster) and use a goxlr as a streamer but was never really happy with it. Now that new systems are coming out, I’m always interested to see what you think of them and where you rate them. I think I’d like more reviews and in-depth comparisons like this in the future.

[@RiverDragonz]

Was thinking of getting go xlr but I wasn’t aware of the submix issue. Thanks

[@nashwalker7]

Have had the evo 4 from audient for a while now. Its been perfect for gaming

[@Raven_614]

You should do a budget comparison. The M-Audio M-track duo. $70 xlr audio interface. This thing is amazing!

[@ScottyGG]

Thank you for the video. Please consider doing a software based video like this, assuming there's content. I have simple needs, send my gaming PC mic audio to my streaming PC without extra hardware. Voice Meter works, but it's a bit overkill for that application, can be tricky to setup for some, and it's constantly breaking due to various system updates. Maybe ask Elgato if they're working on something? :)

[@cejpushplay]

Hey I've been watching all your videos but I'm soooo lost 😅 What would you recommend for a streamer/audio noob? My priorities are 1) something that works with a USB mic hyperx quadcast S 2) easy software for rerouting 3) something that works with voicemod/soundboards. 4)something pretty that doesn't look over complicated i.e colour customisable. I currently have a streamdeck xl too. Please help I'm drowning in videos and so confused 🙏🏼

[@dj26792]

Its not really the topic of this video, but every feature of the nexus can be added to the focusrite solo with software/additional hardware (routing audio through a DAW, and a macro controller). I'd be interested to see a comparison of one of those DIY set ups vs the more polished all in one solutions here

[@DroutEdits]

Great video!

[@brandonbreuer6589]

I would have been interested to see the Rodecaster Pro audio interface in this video.

[@walterschmalgemeier3156]

I'm helping a new CamGirl get setup on a tight budget. At the same time I know that Sound is extremely important. I'm looking at putting a mic on a boom over her "stage". All the mic review videos I have seen apply to stationary Talent or hand held interviews. Obviously a Lav Mic is not an option. What mics would you recommend in the situation where the speaker has a tendency to move around horizontally and vertically with the boom stationary?

[@SoeaOu]

very useful, thanks

[@xZephYx]

Bit late to the party but seeing I'm currently in the market and your video didn't answer my question and you asked :P You only covered the mic input side of audio interfaces, whilst yeah thats important, its also important to me to manage my balanced outputs, having maybe spdif output, inbuilt headphone amp/dac, output swapping if I want to maybe use IEM's instead. I'm probably trying to have my cake and eat it too... what can I say, I like cake and I want all the stuff with shiny knobs ;). Ty again for keeping up the amazing vids.

[@popularzero]

What about the Zoom PodTrak P4 Podcast Recorder? It has 2 in 2 out for XLR, can be used as a standalone recorder, or an audio interface, and has 70db of gain on its pre-amp. Has nobs, and 4 programmable buttons. I think the only thing it's missing is submix which might be a deal breaker for some, but it might be a great option for others. The availability to record on it's own can come handy for youtube videos as well especially if you're recording in a space away from your computer.

[@chrismarcyy]

Even tho this video is almost spot on, there's just one point that i have to take away, and that's the scarlett funcionality. You are absolutely right when it comes to the scarlett solo, however, For the same price as the Avermedia Nexus, you can get the Scarlett 8i6 3rd gen, which not only has focusrite control (which is extremely awesome for streaming), it has loopback function, and that for streamers makes everything a lot easier. great video tho :)

[@PuzzoMolto]

I really prefer the MG10XU to any of the streamer specific interfaces, but my audio is coming from several different sources (more than the GoXLR can handle). Really weak preamps though, a cloudlifter is required for most dynamic mics.

[@BodenlosHigh]

i bought today my Elgato wave XLR with shure mv7x, elgato mic arm and shure rk 345 i'm so excited 🤗

[@lane2376]

The Scarlett did have a particular sound through my studio monitors, but it's the interface I use so I'm kind of use to hearing it *shrug* The Nexus is very appealing for livestreaming purposes. Maybe they'll have it sorted by the time I can afford it. Songwriting streams using the Nexus and Scarlett in tandem come to mind.

[@spektre2100]

Super bummed the Yamaha wasn't included, but the video was great nonetheless. QUESTION: Did the Nexus software receive any updates at all since your original video on it?

[@666thsense]

the only downside to this list is that the scarlett and the goxlr are the only ones that allow you to have mic side tone and also output to a headphone amp and use audiophile headphones. could have been mentioned and it matters quite a bit.

[@DavidBrackett385]

Great video. I use a wave 3 into a iPad DAW on iOS using apple’s usb/Power adapter and it works great. Even the clip guard works. I’m hoping the wave xlr works the same.

[@nicktayloriv310]

I still use the Yamaha MG10XU, don't see me changing unless it breaks because it does everything I want it to do and it does so quietly and consistently. 😎👍🏽

[@carterwilliams5202]

Thanks! Now I will seriously consider using the Elgato Wave hardware! 🙏