Maono PS22 Review - Best Audio Interface Under $120?

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This is my review of the Maono PS22 budget audio interface. Maono was kind enough to send me this device for the purpose of this review. Inside the box you get the Maono PS22, USB-C to USB-C cable, USB-C to USB-A cable, a 3.5mm female to 1/4" male adapter, and documentation.
The Maono PS22 comes in an all-metal body with sturdy knobs. There are LED lighting cues on the audio interface for phantom power, input gain, and a ring around the output knob. The Maono PS22 has a mono or stereo switch, a mix knob, plus a TRRS port that outputs the entire mix to another device (like a video switcher, camera or PC). The Maono PS22 has two USB-C outputs. One of the USB-C ports is 24-Bit 192kHz while the second one is 16-Bit 48kHz. The second USB-C is intended for mobile devices.
The Maono PS22 routing software give you plenty of options. It's a welcomed inclusion for a device of its class. At just $119.99 USD the Maono PS22 includes features you just don't see at that price. Whether you're live streaming, making music, podcasting, or creating content in general, the Maono PS22 has you covered. Usually, gear manufacturers claim they have a device that can be used for many different applications, but don't deliver. When it comes to the Maono PS22 the hype is real!
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@FreePodcastTools 5 месяцев назад

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@itscarlosreally 5 месяцев назад

FINALLY, a power switch on a budget interface.

@FreePodcastTools 5 месяцев назад

Power and mute buttons should be standard on all interfaces at this point IMO. We're making progress, my friend.

@fader_dragon 5 месяцев назад

Appreciate that more interface manufacturers are including virtual routing. This one looks like it could be a real competitor to some of the smaller Scarlett interfaces.

@FreePodcastTools 5 месяцев назад

I love the progress being made by audio interface manufacturers. I'm really hoping virtual routing, mute buttons, and mix-minus become the norm for these devices. Another reviewer compared it to the Focusrite. www.thepodcasthost.com/equipment/maono-ps22-review/

@DarkTrapStudio 5 месяцев назад

Almost yes, definitively for non current models or people on a smaller budget

@FreePodcastTools 5 месяцев назад

@@DarkTrapStudiocost seems to be what a lot of streamers and podcasters look at first.

@DarkTrapStudio 5 месяцев назад

@@FreePodcastTools With sound quality in mind !

@FreePodcastTools 5 месяцев назад

@@DarkTrapStudio definitely! Very true.

@qryu 2 месяца назад

I know very little about buying an audio interface, but would this be a good alternative to focusrite for, let's say, casual guitar recording?

@FreePodcastTools Месяц назад

I would recommend a cheaper alternative like this: amzn.to/4eeIvqc for "casual" music. The PS22 is more of a streaming/content creation device in my opinion.

@BurninSven1 5 месяцев назад

I use a Mullti channel mixer and 10 channels M-Audio soundcards what would I use this little thing for? The mics I use are from China they sound super good and cost pretty much nothing. I also have two ada 8200 mic preamps so I am good thanks

@FreePodcastTools 5 месяцев назад

some people will find value in a $119.99 audio interface with two USC-C ports, routing table, and loop back.

@tstankie 5 месяцев назад

Notice that -127dbV EIN is around 124,5dBu EIN, and it's important when we compare it to other interfaces.

@FreePodcastTools 5 месяцев назад

even when the other interface uses the same quantitative measurement?

@The-Weekend-Warrior 5 месяцев назад

@@FreePodcastTools Either way, keep in mind that db is an exponential scale, not a linear one...

@tstankie 5 месяцев назад

@@FreePodcastTools Of course not. But most manufacturers use dBu.

@FreePodcastTools 5 месяцев назад

@@The-Weekend-Warrior thank you for the insightful comment. I'll dig back into the listed measurements in a more practical way the next time I review an interface.

@FreePodcastTools 5 месяцев назад

@@tstankie thank you. I could have done a practical test while still stating what they list.

@DefineTactics 28 дней назад

How do you get your audition to look like that?

@FreePodcastTools 26 дней назад

My Audition is the last version they would allow you to actually own. That's why it looks so weird. It still works perfectly and houses all my plugins.

@NunoCosmos 5 месяцев назад

It seems a logical step to do a smaller and cheaper version with same functionality but just one mic input.

@FreePodcastTools 5 месяцев назад

I would definitely go for a unit like that for $79 or so. I hope they do that. I also hope it prompts other companies to add these features.

@JAMPROSOUND 5 месяцев назад

Most ADC chips are built in input pairs. That is why you see two input interfaces.

@FreePodcastTools 5 месяцев назад

@@JAMPROSOUND thank you for the insight. Greatly appreciated.

@hmurchison8123 5 месяцев назад

At first I was like "this is a basic 2x2 interface" then I saw the routing and made that meme lady's "oh" face.

@FreePodcastTools 5 месяцев назад

LOL! I went down that exact same road when they told me about it. I don't know of another 2x2 interface that has two USB-C outputs, plus a power switch, loopback, and the routing software. It's a big step for Maono and I'm hoping it forces other companies to add similar features.

@celebril 5 месяцев назад

Nice unit. The one thing where I'd have to disagree, $120 for a 2-in/2-out isn't budget, that is going rate for a good piece. Which, from the looks of it, this very much is. Budget is a lot cheaper; the B* U-Phoria is something like $70. But from the features and what you describe, it is the Focusrite that they are considering their competition. 🙂

@FreePodcastTools 5 месяцев назад

I can definitely see your point. But, I think the term budget depends on comparative items. At $399 the SM7B is budget compared to the $799 Audix PDX720. I use the term because a solid comparison I'd consider is the 3rd gen Focusrite 2i2. That doesn't have routing software, two USC-C ports, a power switch, mix knob, mono stereo switch, TRRS output, etc. Comparatively speaking I would term this a budget device.

@celebril 5 месяцев назад

@@FreePodcastTools LMAO! Never let a professional sound engineer hear you call an SM7B "budget." Or an SM57, for that matter. The phrase you're looking for is "inexpensive." Usually with the word "relatively" in front of it. I do get your point. I just shiver when I see "budget" applied to what appears a premium piece that happens to be affordable. 😀 Trivia: What mic did Michael Jackson use to record Thriller? Hint: it wasn't a $20k Telefunken...

@FreePodcastTools 5 месяцев назад

@@celebril everyone knows MJ used the iconic Shure SM7! Before that album he couldn't afford the "B". LOL! KIDDING! I will choose my words differently. ;) I'll say cheaper price, lower cost, more affordable, less expensive, and relatively inexpensive. Better? LOL! ;) I love my SM7B, but I feel like I could podcast with my Zoom ZDM-1 for $49 and be just fine. Thanks for the laugh. I needed that today.

@KelvinMercer 5 месяцев назад

does it come asio drive or does it need asio for all drivers

@FreePodcastTools 5 месяцев назад

when you download the routing software the PC driver is downloaded automatically. The ASIO driver is separate from what Maono offers.

@dcuccia 5 месяцев назад

Will they drive 600 Ohm headphones?

@irishRocker1 5 месяцев назад

Did you not listen to the part where he said it drives his 600Ohm headphones?

@dcuccia 5 месяцев назад

@@irishRocker1 thanks - I missed it

@FreePodcastTools 5 месяцев назад

@@irishRocker1 thank you for mentioning that. Greatly appreciated.

@FreePodcastTools 5 месяцев назад

@@dcuccia no worries. I know we all skip around on videos. I do it as well.

@FreePodcastTools 5 месяцев назад

much better than I anticipated to be honest.

@rickonmic 5 месяцев назад

It doesn't go to 11? Shame.

@FreePodcastTools 5 месяцев назад

🤣😂🤣

@DarkTrapStudio 5 месяцев назад

Is the audio unedited ?

@FreePodcastTools 5 месяцев назад

The only part of this video that is compromised is the screen grab portion of the video that was recorded with Camtasia and then got exported to Davinci Resolve. Inside Resolve the WAV file looks compressed (lacks dynamic range) so I'm assuming Camtasia does something to the audio. All other portions of the video are "as is". I don't use processing plugins on any of my videos (unless it was a review of a plugin).

@DarkTrapStudio 5 месяцев назад

@@FreePodcastTools Oh ok I didn't mean in terms of compromised but if it was recored with the sound card to hear the preamp and converter quality

@FreePodcastTools 5 месяцев назад

@@DarkTrapStudio Okay. I get what you're saying now.