Top 5 Audio Interfaces for Live Performance in 2022

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If you're using Ableton Live on stage, you've got to have a great audio interface, made for live performance. What are the 5 best audio interfaces for live performance in 2022?
In this video, Ableton Live Certified Trainer, Will Doggett shares the 5 best audio interfaces for Live Performance in 2022. You'll get an overview of what makes each interface great for live performance, and find the best interface for you.
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@shropmedia 2 года назад

Thanks for creating this video! Super helpful. Hope you are doing well. 😀

@martybaggenmusic Месяц назад

New subscriber...great channel

@andre.rehnstrom 2 года назад

Great review! I’m looking into the 4c and need really low round trip latency on iPad. Running Loopy Pro and process fx in that DAW full wet. What other options do I have or is 4c the best low latency interface in my situation? Need guitar and mic in, 3 midi controllers and 6 outputs when on stage.

@jeffcaylor 2 года назад

New lens? New setup looks great, Will!

@fromstudiotostage 2 года назад

Thanks Jeff! Same lens, better lighting and more intentional setup now :) Super happy with the studio in it's current form

@oliviatellis5899 Год назад

Any thoughts on the focusrite audio interfaces ?

@veragerupschou1496 Месяц назад

Big time voting for an updated version of this video! Such great information, but the play audio12 is discontinued, and it was just just just what i needed, their new alternative is almost double the price and out of my budget. Are there good alternatives? :)

@davismusic8090 Год назад

Hello, one question please: could I use the audio4c iconnectivity card instead of the audio play 12 to obtain a redundancy system? it doesn't matter if it doesn't switch automatically. The manual switch would be fine too. but theoretically would it be possible to connect 2 computers with the same open ableton project? . if computer A catches fire, could I make computer B kick in? I ask this because in my case 12 outputs of playaudio12 would be far too many. I just need 2 master outputs. but on the contrary, inputs would be useful to me. thank you very much

@jazzzman1000 Год назад

Still working on adding tracks to my covers band. Two questions: 1. Why use a computer vs and iPad for using tracks live? (I understand if your using a computer for VST/Softsynths). Ableton is expensive and seems to be overkill just for track playback live. 2. How important is redundancy really? How often does a computer literally fail during a live show? Seem overkill and unnecessary expense. In our case we still play all our main instruments live, the tracks are the sweetener.

@skatinguitarist123 Год назад

Ableton is great because of the ability to edit/change things on the fly. Sure you could use an app that just plays your tracks back, but you won't be able to do things like looping an extended intro, which you can easily do in Ableton. You're also able to actually edit your tracks rather than being stuck with whatever you had previously exported. I've had gigs where i've needed to EQ certain synths because they weren't sounding great in the rooms we were playing in, so just having flexibility is the number one thing for me.

@tonydrums84 Год назад

hi , you are awesome !!i have a question for you if you can answer me :) I have audio interface Focusrite Scarlett 3gen. 8 IN for my drums, i want to ask how to connect her with Soundcraft Ui16? for live music, i want to know if i can connect directly to my focusrite ,and through Logic Pro X , to control the microphones etc..is that possible?, let me give you an example.. in the evening we have live music.. i bring my microphones and a interface focustite with a laptop, and i need to connect to SoundcraftUi16? which cables do i need? and where should I connect them, I am waiting for your answer:) thank you

@pinknotemusic 7 месяцев назад

Hi thank you for this video. I am a solo artist. i used to have some mixers but too heavy and too big so I sold. I wonder if you know very trustable interface on stage for a solo artist (singer). I have music as one track, I sing with that music. I have logoc pro, tracktor software too. I had mixer, channelstrip, reverb all hardware but it was at the end too much. I do stil have one channelstrip with eq preamp and comp if needed. I have apogee interface in my studio but too big! Thank you for your honest advice 🙂. Or do you think I can bettter bu new digital mixer allen heath (little ones) or Mackie digital mixer with 10inch screen. I really did not liked the preamps on analog mackie mixers (too weak), AH was better for my vocal.

@rossbarnes3051 Год назад

Hey! I'm aware I can add the 4C to the PA12 to add redundant inputs. I'm guessing I can't use the additional outputs on the 4C alongside the PA12 to get more channels of output though at the same time?

@fromstudiotostage Год назад

You could create an aggregate device, but I would only suggest doing that if it's the same interfaces personally

@lumenaura 11 месяцев назад

Thank you for this video! 😊 I’m wondering if you would recommend the iConnectivity Interface mioXL with 8 in x 12 for live looping on stage?

@fromstudiotostage 11 месяцев назад

For MIDI yes!

@lumenaura 11 месяцев назад

@@fromstudiotostage thank you for your response! 🦦

@airy_610 Год назад

Thank you for sharing. I plan to perform with my laptop.i use microphone to record my vocal loops and i also play bass or guitar live, but i didnt see much input ports in Audio 12 could you tell me if the Audio 12 good for the performer like me?

@fromstudiotostage Год назад

PlayAudio12 doesn't have inputs, so it's great for backing tracks but not recording audio.

@airy_610 Год назад

@@fromstudiotostage thank you for replying. So in my case, i guess presonus 1824 is a good choice,right?

@mygoogle1525 9 месяцев назад

Does anybody know how to change file format to 24bit on iconnectivity 4c? Cheers

@SoLoudAudio Год назад

The tascam us20x20 shouldn't be forgotten

@davidbrentdrums9890 2 года назад

It’s older but I still love my 4+

@fromstudiotostage 2 года назад

that's still a great one!

@empathysgone96 Год назад

What do you recommend for a singer songwriter and wish I can plug in my app that has a DI into the unit. I’d like to be able to stream some of my performances with an interface in my iPhone for the video of possible

@fromstudiotostage Год назад

I would connect directly to the soundboard

@donovanjones 9 месяцев назад

Interesting to watch the review. Curious how/why the Behringer XR18 isn’t on the list. 8 outputs, midi plus more inputs than you can shake a stick at.

@fromstudiotostage 9 месяцев назад

Great question, 1) I don’t have one 2) it’s not an “interface” it’s a console… that being said, like the x32 it can function “as an interface”, so if it works for you- do it!

@donovanjones 9 месяцев назад

@@fromstudiotostage so the xr18 is rack only with iOS and android / pc control apps available. I have had one as my primary interface for around 5 years although it has been in for Psu repair for a while and I was exploring what other options were being recommended. I’m looking to pull together a live rig that handles audio, and DMX lighting. Struggling to navigate the options. VST live has limited DMX support and alongside the DMX programming learning curve ideally want something bullet-proof (ie not a laptop if I can help it)

@a.devries1388 2 года назад

My playaudio12 midi host doenst work properly. It seems like it doesnt have enough power to deliver to my midi controllers. It doenst matter which controller, midi keyboard or sd hardrive im using. Also a midi hub (anker 3.0 slim) doenst doenst solve the problem. Any solutions?

@fromstudiotostage 2 года назад

you'll want to reach out to iConnectivity Support to see if they can help you troubleshoot. That's not the normal behavior, so they'll want to know and try and help! www.iconnectivity.com/support-system

@Ryahan 2 года назад

Why not thunderbolt or TB3? I got a Presonus 2626 just for that for live. Doesn’t that make a difference with buffer sizes, latency, and preventing cracks and pops? Specifically compared to USB 2 (the 1824c and at similar cost)?

@fromstudiotostage 2 года назад

In specs TB and TB3 is better than USB2. So if you're purchasing based on specs (which is completely valid) then yes choose a TB interface. For me, track count, MIDI and redundancy (in the case of PA12) and more advanced features (in the case of Audio4C) win out over TB. I've never had latency or buffer issues with a USB interface that's led me to need a TB interface. But again, if you've had issues, or want to buy based on spec then I would go that route.

@PainterDans 2 года назад

RME has usb and you can get almost zero latency

@jdtorian 2 года назад

4c sounds great. The pre’s sound better than last version. Maybe they changed something. Maybe they didn’t?

@fromstudiotostage 2 года назад

They do sound awesome!

@MaxiZee Год назад

whats the best audio interface for using autotune on stage? you said was no need need to get an audio interface with a pre amp. but is it better to get one with a pre amp if your whole set is going to have autotune in there? I am looking to get some sennheiser wireles mics + receiver, can u please give my your input and advice on what you think would suit that best?

@fromstudiotostage Год назад

The UA stuff is really great. Next to zero latency because you're running on hardware instead of a computer

@JR-kx8hy Год назад

what did you end up doing? I have a mixer that has usb connectivity so in my case I will connect it to my laptop and tweak my voice with autotune and eq in abelton live for live singing with a highly processed sound

@MaxiZee Год назад

@@JR-kx8hy Hey bro I haven't gone through with it yet, as of right now I am using my ableton vocal chains + my SSL 2 Iinterface, even though there is a slight delay, I still think it works for the time being. But as he was saying, the UAD stuff like the Apollo interfaces they have almost no latency with cause of their processors so I might actually buy one to see if its life changing or not. They actually have a sale on til 1st of Jan so if I might get an apollo twin x duo for £750 instead of £1200. and make an opionion then.

@JR-kx8hy Год назад

@@MaxiZee thanks for the input! that sounds like a great plan 👍

@GaryBradleymusic Год назад

Is it just me or is the presonus a copy of a Focusrite Saffire Pro 40?

@jazzzman1000 2 года назад

PlayAudio 12 is discontinued? What do you suggest as a replacement?

@fromstudiotostage 2 года назад

It’s still very much continued! Might be out of stock in places, but they are still being made, so still my top choice!

@jeremyferruccio2236 Год назад

Does anyone have a good suggestion for interface using a M1 Chip MacBook Pro running Monterey? We just upgraded our laptop and the interface isn't compatible.

@fromstudiotostage Год назад

The PlayAudio12 is still my #1 choice for Live Performance and the others on this list are good contenders

@coyoteserranoband 2 года назад

Can the audio4c be bused powered?

@fromstudiotostage 2 года назад

It requires a wall wart. If you connect your phone, iPad, or Android phone/tablet to it, it can charge that

@miguelgallardodrums2251 Год назад

I own the behringer umc404 is it possible to use it for live audio?

@fromstudiotostage Год назад

yes!

@miguelgallardodrums2251 Год назад

@@fromstudiotostage would you recommend it?

@freyafoxmusic Год назад

Not sure why you say inputs don’t matter… I sing live and process it through abelton vocal Chain with monitoring on. So why doesn’t it matter? What if I have 3 mics Stage center, stage left on a keyboard , stage right on a real piano . Then the focus rite makes sense

@fromstudiotostage Год назад

Sounds like it matters in your scenario and you’ve got a great solution! If you’re running click and tracks live-it doesn’t matter

@personsofinterestband6013 Год назад

It’s says the play audio 12 is for windows

@moonelfcosmo Год назад

Heavy bias here because a lot of us not only need hi quality preamps for live use but also we need near zero roundtrip latency which wasn’t covered at all in this video. Believe it or not some of us perform by actually playing instruments not just playing back tracks. For very low latency and solid preamps look at RME. I have heard that the newer Motu stuff also has very low latency.

@fromstudiotostage Год назад

"Believe it or not some of us perform by actually playing instruments not just playing back tracks" sounds like some heavy bias my friend :). I've talked a lot recently about context and used this video as an example. "performance" means a lot of things to a lot of people and if I could re-do this video (I'm working on an update for '23) I'm doing separate videos for interfaces for backing tracks and interfaces for live looping.

@DaNeOMiTe313 7 месяцев назад

Outputs/inputs sure seem to matter if they’re highlighted on every product you mention…

@funnybone7705 Год назад

When I use Abelton live and have guest musicians on stage, use basses, guitars, vocalists and other instruments along with looping, inputs do not matter? Yeah, sure.

@fromstudiotostage Год назад

that's awesome-sounds like you have a great setup!

@gregorymcclendon5715 Год назад

My dog: you could’ve typed “iconnectivity” in the chapters & keep that lil’ suspense 😅

@fromstudiotostage Год назад

Thanks!

@arturts987 11 месяцев назад

The only thing is not from here is Audio 4c. It does NOT have 6 outputs. This stereo jack can't be counted as full-fledged output. It's not a stand-alone thing. I hate these marketing tricks...

@fromstudiotostage 11 месяцев назад

Audio4c has 6 outs, you can use the software to make them individual outs instead of just headphones. Im with you-I HATE when companies do that, but in this case it does have 6 outputs. I can 100% confirm this is true

@brycehudgins5064 Год назад

Whatever effect you have on your voice while just talking sounds weird

@fromstudiotostage Год назад

See pinned comment

@upgradethemind401 2 года назад

Your voice sounds very overproduced and is annoying. I know people think wide stereo sounds better, but that is context dependent. It sounds like you literally have a chorus effect on your voice.

@fromstudiotostage 2 года назад

Thanks for the feedback. Some would say my voice is annoying without weird audio phasing-but I appreciate the thoughts :) This was the first video of 150 I’ve recorded this year. This was on a brand new setup with new gear. I didn’t do this because I thought it sounded good, It’s how it came out with new gear, the first time recording. For anyone reading this comment-you’ve got to start. If I waited till I was happy with my audio setup and had it all figured out, I wouldn’t be releasing daily videos, I’d be preparing to release videos that would never be released. If RU-vid let you go back and re-upload, I’d do that. But it’s more important to create and release than to wait for it be perfect to start. I’ll release an updated version of this for 2023, but in the meantime the lessons I learned by releasing something I wasn’t happy with and committing to do the work daily will of paid off 100x.

@andre.rehnstrom 2 года назад

@fromstudiotostage 2 года назад

I LOVE my 4c and love the use with multiple devices + all the MIDI. That would be my suggestion!

@andre.rehnstrom 2 года назад

@@fromstudiotostage Cool! Any experience with iPad and latency?