Experts recommend Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen more than Universal Audio Volt 276
As of 10 Jan 2025, experts prefer Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen over Universal Audio Volt 276, but both Audio Interfaces have solid expert endorsements.
As per this month's meta ranking, Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen received 3 recommendations: from bandpioneer.com (24 Aug 2024), Music Radar (24 Oct 2024) and soundref.com (1 Jan 2024). Universal Audio Volt 276 was also endorsed 3 times: by Wirecutter (3 Dec 2024), Sweetwater (14 Mar 2022) and soundref.com (1 Jan 2024). However, experts generally ranked Universal Audio Volt 276 lower than Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen 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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| 2 | - | $200 |  Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen | - | 1 | - | - | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | - |
| 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 | - |
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Endorsement summary:
- On 1 Jan 2024 soundref.com ranked Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen as #1 and Universal Audio Volt 276 as #7
Rank Audio Interface Comment #1 out of 7 Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen Best Overall Audio Interface... ... ... #7 out of 7 Universal Audio Volt 276 A quality interface for shaping your unique soundSource: soundref.com - On 24 Aug 2024 bandpioneer.com ranked Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen as #1
Rank Audio Interface #1 out of 5 Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen ... ... Source: bandpioneer.com - On 24 Oct 2024 Music Radar ranked Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen as #1
Rank Audio Interface Comment #1 out of 8 Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen The Best Audio Interface For Recording At Home... ... ... Source: www.musicradar.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 14 Mar 2022 Sweetwater ranked Universal Audio Volt 276 as #9
Rank Audio Interface ... ... #9 out of 19 Universal Audio Volt 276 ... ... Source: www.sweetwater.com
After counting and adding up the 83 expert endorsements of the January rankings, Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen outranks Universal Audio Volt 276. This is not to say that Universal Audio Volt 276 is a bad option. Like Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen, it is recommended by experts, but less.
As can be seen below, Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen outranks Universal Audio Volt 276 by 4 positions. This indicates that, as of 10 Jan 2025, Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen is more critically acclaimed than Universal Audio Volt 276.
| 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 |
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| 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 | - | - |
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No expert reviews linked yet for Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen.
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:
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From Seller:
- The new generation of the artist's interface: Connect your mic to Scarlett's 4th Gen mic pres. Plug in your guitar. Fire up the included software. Start making your first big hit.
- Studio-quality sound: With a huge 120dB dynamic range, the newest generation of Scarlett uses the same converters as Focusrite’s flagship interfaces, found in the world's biggest studios.
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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
- Record and mix with the award-winning LUNA Digital Audio Workstation, giving you the sound and workflow of a real analog studio
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