Experts recommend Universal Audio Volt 276 more than Focusrite Clarett+ 2Pre
As of 10 Jan 2025, experts prefer Universal Audio Volt 276 over Focusrite Clarett+ 2Pre, but both Audio Interfaces have solid expert endorsements.
As per this month's meta ranking, Universal Audio Volt 276 received 3 recommendations: from Wirecutter (3 Dec 2024), Sweetwater (14 Mar 2022) and soundref.com (1 Jan 2024). By contrast, Focusrite Clarett+ 2Pre received only 1 recommendation from Sweetwater (14 Mar 2022).
| 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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| 6 | - | $299 |  Universal Audio Volt 276 The Universal Audio Volt 276 audio interface is a versatile and high-quality option for recording and playback needs, offering a range of input and output options, vintage and 76 compressor buttons, and a class-leading 24-bit/192 kHz audio conversion. | - | - | 4 | - | 9 | - | - | - | 7 | - |
| 51 | N/A | $481 |  Focusrite Clarett+ 2Pre The Focusrite Clarett+ 2Pre audio interface is a versatile and powerful device with exceptional preamps, low latency, and a range of input and output options, making it ideal for musicians, podcasters, and content creators who require high-quality audio recording and production capabilities. | - | - | - | - | 10 | - | - | - | - | - |
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Endorsement summary:
- On 14 Mar 2022 Sweetwater ranked Universal Audio Volt 276 as #9 and Focusrite Clarett+ 2Pre as #10
Rank Audio Interface ... ... #9 out of 19 Universal Audio Volt 276 #10 out of 19 Focusrite Clarett+ 2Pre ... ... Source: www.sweetwater.com - On 3 Dec 2024 Wirecutter ranked Universal Audio Volt 276 as #4
Rank Audio Interface Comment ... ... ... #4 out of 5 Universal Audio Volt 276 A step-up model for pro-quality music production... ... ... Source: www.nytimes.com - On 1 Jan 2024 soundref.com ranked Universal Audio Volt 276 as #7
Rank Audio Interface Comment ... ... ... #7 out of 7 Universal Audio Volt 276 A quality interface for shaping your unique soundSource: soundref.com
After counting and adding up the 83 expert endorsements of the January rankings, Universal Audio Volt 276 outranks Focusrite Clarett+ 2Pre. This is not to say that Focusrite Clarett+ 2Pre is a bad option. Like Universal Audio Volt 276, it is recommended by experts, but less.
As can be seen below, Universal Audio Volt 276 is mentioned by key experts in Jan 2025, while Focusrite Clarett+ 2Pre 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 [4]
Total expert reviews: 4
- with a score: 1
- without a score: 3
| Highest score by Equipboard | 100 |
| Average score based on 4 reviews | 100 |
| Lowest score by Equipboard | 100 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
Expert reviews [6]
Total expert reviews: 6
- with a score: 4
- without a score: 2
| Highest score by PremierGuitar | 92 |
| Average score based on 6 reviews | 86 |
| Lowest score by higherhz.com | 70 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
From Seller:
- Two professional quality Clarett⁺ preamps Capture clear and powerful recordings with preamps that bring masses of headroom, low distortion and ultra-low noise
- Make vocals shine with All-analogue Air Premium, relay-controlled analogue circuitry on every preamp emulates the classic ISA 110 by switching the impedance to 2.2kΩ and adding two cumulative high shelves, totaling a 4dB boost in the high frequencies
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From Seller:
- Get the sound of UA’s classic 610 preamps, 1176 compressor and professional-grade converters to capture every detail and nuance of your performance with up to 24-bit / 192 kHz quality
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