Experts recommend Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 more than Audient Evo 16
As of 10 Jan 2025, experts prefer Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 over Audient Evo 16, but both Audio Interfaces have solid expert endorsements.
As per this month's meta ranking, Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 received 2 recommendations: from Musician on a Mission (22 Jan 2020) and Music Radar (24 Oct 2024). By contrast, Audient Evo 16 received only 1 recommendation from producelikeapro.com (28 Feb 2024).
| Rank | Change | Price | Audio Interface | hollyland.com  | bandpioneer.com  | Wirecutter  | Musician on a Mission  | Sweetwater  | Your Guitar Brain  | EDM Sauce  | Music Radar  | soundref.com  | producelikeapro.com  |
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| 16 | - | Check price |  Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 The Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 audio interface is a versatile and high-quality product that offers 18 inputs and 20 outputs, low latency, transparent preamps, and a range of plugins for professional recording and production needs. | - | - | - | 6 | - | - | - | 8 | - | - |
| 48 | N/A | $580 |  Audient Evo 16 The Audient Evo 16 audio interface is a versatile and powerful tool with eight high-quality EVO Mic Preamps, an Ultra-Low Latency Software Mixer, and compatibility with most popular DAWs, making it an excellent choice for home recording studios, podcasters, and musicians. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 9 |
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Endorsement summary:
- On 28 Feb 2024 producelikeapro.com ranked Audient Evo 16 as #9
Rank Audio Interface ... ... #9 out of 10 Audient Evo 16 ... ... Source: producelikeapro.com - On 22 Jan 2020 Musician on a Mission ranked Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 as #6
Rank Audio Interface Comment ... ... ... #6 out of 12 Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 Recommended for Full Bands and Project Studios... ... ... Source: www.musicianonamission.com - On 24 Oct 2024 Music Radar ranked Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 as #8
Rank Audio Interface Comment ... ... ... #8 out of 8 Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 The best audio interface for getting started recording drumsSource: www.musicradar.com
After counting and adding up the 83 expert endorsements of the January rankings, Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 outranks Audient Evo 16. This is not to say that Audient Evo 16 is a bad option. Like Focusrite Scarlett 18i20, it is recommended by experts, but less.
As can be seen below, Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 is mentioned by key experts in Jan 2025, while Audient Evo 16 is not.
| Rank | Change | Price | Audio Interface | hollyland.com | bandpioneer.com | Wirecutter | Musician on a Mission | Sweetwater | Your Guitar Brain | EDM Sauce | Music Radar | soundref.com | producelikeapro.com |
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| 1 | - | Check price |  Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 The Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 audio interface is a versatile and reliable device with low latency levels, upgraded preamp design, and a new Air mode that enhances high-end detail, making it a great choice for solo artists and mobile recording. | 1 | - | 1 | 2 | - | 1 |
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| 2 | - | $200 |  Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen | - | 1 | - | - | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | - |
| 3 | - | $100 |  PreSonus AudioBox USB 96 The PreSonus AudioBox USB 96 is a versatile and reliable audio interface with low latency, high-quality mic preamps, and compatibility with almost all recording software, making it an excellent choice for musicians, podcasters, and other audio professionals. | 3 | 3 | - | 1 | 15 | - | 4 | - | - | - |
| 4 | - | $199 |  UA Volt 2 The UA Volt 2 audio interface is a versatile and high-quality device with low latency, two preamps based on the classic Universal Audio 610 tube preamp, and essential audio software, making it a reliable option for recording musicians, podcasters, and streamers. | - | 2 | 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 3 |
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Expert reviews [9]
Total expert reviews: 9
- with a score: 6
- without a score: 3
| Highest score by gearspace.com | 100 |
| Average score based on 9 reviews | 89 |
| Lowest score by producerhive.com | 80 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
Expert reviews [9]
Total expert reviews: 9
- with a score: 4
- without a score: 5
| Highest score by thedrumninja.com | 96 |
| Average score based on 9 reviews | 87 |
| Lowest score by gearspace.com | 78 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
From Seller:
- 8 x EVO Mic Preamps
- 2 x JFET Instrument Inputs, 2 x Optical Inputs
- 2 x Independent Headphone Outputs, 8 x Line Outputs, 2 x Optical Outputs
- Multi-Channel Smartgain
- 'EVO Motion UI' Control System with High-Res LCD Screen, One Knob Centralized Control, Ultra Clear Metering, Input/Output Control, and Channel Status Indication
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From Seller:
- Bundle Includes: Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 3rd Gen 18x20 USB Audio Interface, Four 25-feet XLR Male to Female Microphone Cables, and 1/4-Inch TRS Patch Cable (6-Feet)
- Switchable Air Mode: Scarlett 18i20 features eight of Focusrite’s best-ever-performing third-generation Scarlett mic preamps with switchable Air mode to give your vocal and acoustic recordings a brighter and more open sound. There’s also a pad on every mic preamp to accommodate higher-level signals without clipping
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