Experts prefer PreSonus AudioBox USB 96 over Native Instruments Komplete Audio 2
On 10 Jan 2025 (11 months ago) we went through 83 Audio Interface expert endorsements .
Currently, PreSonus AudioBox USB 96 received 5 endorsements from hollyland.com (5 Jul 2024), bandpioneer.com (24 Aug 2024) Musician on a Mission (22 Jan 2020) and 2 others. Meanwhile, Native Instruments Komplete Audio 2 did not receive any endorsements this month.
| 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  |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | - | - | - |
| N/A | N/A | $139 |  Native Instruments Komplete Audio 2
| - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Endorsement summary:
- On 5 Jul 2024 hollyland.com ranked PreSonus AudioBox USB 96 as #3
Rank Audio Interface ... ... #3 out of 5 PreSonus AudioBox USB 96 ... ... Source: www.hollyland.com - On 24 Aug 2024 bandpioneer.com ranked PreSonus AudioBox USB 96 as #3
Rank Audio Interface ... ... #3 out of 5 PreSonus AudioBox USB 96 ... ... Source: bandpioneer.com - On 22 Jan 2020 Musician on a Mission ranked PreSonus AudioBox USB 96 as #1
Rank Audio Interface Comment #1 out of 12 PreSonus AudioBox USB 96 Recommended for Solo Artists and Mobile Recording... ... ... Source: www.musicianonamission.com - On 14 Mar 2022 Sweetwater ranked PreSonus AudioBox USB 96 as #15
Rank Audio Interface ... ... #15 out of 19 PreSonus AudioBox USB 96 ... ... Source: www.sweetwater.com - On 19 Sep 2024 EDM Sauce ranked PreSonus AudioBox USB 96 as #4
Rank Audio Interface ... ... #4 out of 5 PreSonus AudioBox USB 96 ... ... Source: www.edmsauce.com
As can be seen below, PreSonus AudioBox USB 96 is mentioned by key experts in Jan 2025, while Native Instruments Komplete Audio 2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 [4]
Total expert reviews: 4
- with a score: 2
- without a score: 2
| Highest score by Music Radar | 90 |
| Average score based on 4 reviews | 90 |
| Lowest score by musictech.com | 90 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
Expert reviews [10]
Total expert reviews: 10
- with a score: 4
- without a score: 6
| Highest score by Old Time Music | 100 |
| Average score based on 10 reviews | 89 |
| Lowest score by higherhz.com | 80 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
From Seller:
- Easily record audio into your computer
- Choose from two flavors – same pristine audio quality, different ways to plug in and play back
- The full package for creating – All the software you need to record and build tracks, plus synths, effects, and more
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From Seller:
- Value-packed 2-channel USB 2.0 interface for personal and portable recording.
- 2 high-quality Class-A mic preamps make it easy to get a great sound.
- 2 high-headroom instrument inputs to record guitar, bass, and your favorite line-level devices, plus MIDI I/O.
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