Experts recommend Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 more than Universal Audio Volt 276
As of 10 Jan 2025, experts prefer Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 over Universal Audio Volt 276, but both Audio Interfaces have solid expert endorsements.
As per this month's meta ranking, Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 received 4 recommendations: from hollyland.com (5 Jul 2024), Wirecutter (3 Dec 2024) Musician on a Mission (22 Jan 2020) and 1 other. By contrast, Universal Audio Volt 276 received only 3 recommendations from Wirecutter (3 Dec 2024), Sweetwater (14 Mar 2022) and soundref.com (1 Jan 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  |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | - | - | - | - |
| 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 3 Dec 2024 Wirecutter ranked Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 as #1 and Universal Audio Volt 276 as #4
Rank Audio Interface Comment #1 out of 5 Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 Best for musicians... ... ... #4 out of 5 Universal Audio Volt 276 A step-up model for pro-quality music production... ... ... Source: www.nytimes.com - On 5 Jul 2024 hollyland.com ranked Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 as #1
Rank Audio Interface #1 out of 5 Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 ... ... Source: www.hollyland.com - On 22 Jan 2020 Musician on a Mission ranked Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 as #2
Rank Audio Interface Comment ... ... ... #2 out of 12 Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 Recommended for Solo Artists and Mobile Recording... ... ... Source: www.musicianonamission.com - Your Guitar Brain ranked Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 as #1
Rank Audio Interface Comment #1 out of 7 Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 Best for: Budget Buy... ... ... Source: yourguitarbrain.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 - 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, Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 outranks Universal Audio Volt 276. This is not to say that Universal Audio Volt 276 is a bad option. Like Focusrite Scarlett 2i2, it is recommended by experts, but less.
As can be seen below, Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 outranks Universal Audio Volt 276 by 5 positions. This indicates that, as of 10 Jan 2025, Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 [17]
Total expert reviews: 17
- with a score: 5
- without a score: 12
| Highest score by makebeats101.com | 100 |
| Average score based on 17 reviews | 88 |
| Lowest score by GuitarFella | 80 |
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:
- High quality mic preamps
- Excellent digital performance
- Rugged metal unibody case
- Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 USB audio interface, truly portable interface
- Includes an authorization code for Ableton Live Lite, Scarlett Plug-in Suite (RTAS/AU/VST), Red 2 & Red 3 Plug-in Suite (AAX/AU/VST), the Softube Time and Tone Bundle, Novation Bass Station, and 1GB of Loopmasters samples
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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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