Experts recommend Focusrite Scarlett 4i4 more than PreSonus Studio 26c
As of 10 Jan 2025, experts prefer Focusrite Scarlett 4i4 over PreSonus Studio 26c, but both Audio Interfaces have solid expert endorsements.
As per this month's meta ranking, Focusrite Scarlett 4i4 received 1 recommendation: from producelikeapro.com (28 Feb 2024). PreSonus Studio 26c was also endorsed 1 times: by producelikeapro.com (28 Feb 2024). However, experts generally ranked PreSonus Studio 26c lower than Focusrite Scarlett 4i4 in their articles, which caused it to rank lower in ReviewFinder ranking.
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Endorsement summary:
- On 28 Feb 2024
producelikeapro.com ranked Focusrite Scarlett 4i4 as #2 and PreSonus Studio 26c as #7 Rank Audio Interface ... ... #2 out of 10 Focusrite Scarlett 4i4 ... ... #7 out of 10 PreSonus Studio 26c ... ... Source: producelikeapro.com
After counting and adding up the 83 expert endorsements of the January rankings, Focusrite Scarlett 4i4 outranks PreSonus Studio 26c. This is not to say that PreSonus Studio 26c is a bad option. Like Focusrite Scarlett 4i4, 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 | -
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| 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 [2]
- with a score: 0
- without a score: 2
- 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 4i4 3rd Gen
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- Mobile-ready, bus-powered 2-in/4-out USB-C audio interface; no power supply needed (USB-C to C and USB-C to A cables included).
- Loaded with 2 pristine XMAX-L solid-state mic preamps to capture every detail.
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