Experts recommend Behringer U-Phoria UM2 more than Focusrite Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen
As of 10 Jan 2025, experts prefer Behringer U-Phoria UM2 over Focusrite Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen, but both Audio Interfaces have solid expert endorsements.
As per this month's meta ranking, Behringer U-Phoria UM2 received 1 recommendation: from EDM Sauce (19 Sep 2024). Focusrite Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen was also endorsed 1 times: by Sweetwater (14 Mar 2022). However, experts generally ranked Focusrite Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen lower than Behringer U-Phoria UM2 in their articles, which caused it to rank lower in ReviewFinder ranking.
| 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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| 13 | N/A | $35 |  Behringer U-Phoria UM2 The Behringer U-Phoria UM2 audio interface offers a versatile range of input and output options, high-quality preamps, and compatibility with major DAW software, making it a budget-friendly choice for beginners and professionals alike. | - | - | - | - | - |
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| 55 | N/A | $94 |  Focusrite Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen The Focusrite Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen is a versatile and reliable audio interface suitable for home recording, podcasting, and music production, with high-quality preamps, lag-free monitoring, and a bundle of software included. | - | - | - | - | 14 | - | - | - | - | - |
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Endorsement summary:
- On 19 Sep 2024 EDM Sauce
ranked Behringer U-Phoria UM2 as #1
Rank Audio Interface Comment #1 out of 5 Behringer U-Phoria UM2 Best Price... ... ... Source: www.edmsauce.com - On 14 Mar 2022 Sweetwater ranked Focusrite Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen as #14
Rank Audio Interface ... ... #14 out of 19 Focusrite Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen ... ... Source: www.sweetwater.com
After counting and adding up the 83 expert endorsements of the January rankings, Behringer U-Phoria UM2 outranks Focusrite Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen. This is not to say that Focusrite Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen is a bad option. Like Behringer U-Phoria UM2, it is recommended by experts, but less.
| 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 | - | - | - | - |
| 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 [8]
- with a score: 3
- without a score: 5
| Highest score by makelifeclick.com | 90 |
| Average score based on 8 reviews | 81 |
| Lowest score by fakespot.com | 66 |
Score distribution:
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| 60-80 | |
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Expert reviews [6]
- with a score: 3
- without a score: 3
| Highest score by higherhz.com | 96 |
| Average score based on 6 reviews | 94 |
| Lowest score by GuitarPlayer | 90 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
- 2-channel USB Audio Interface with 1 XENYX Preamp
- Instrument Input
- Phantom Power
- 48kHz
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- Pro performance with great pre-amps - Achieve a brighter recording thanks to the high performing mic pre-amps of the Scarlett 3rd Gen. A switchable Air mode will add extra clarity to your acoustic instruments when recording with your Solo 3rd Gen.
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