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Scarlett 2i2 replacement suggestions?
« on: January 11, 2016, 05:13:35 pm »
I have the Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 and a pair of KRK VXT8s. I've kinda had it with the noise feedback issue KRK monitors have with the 2i2, so I'm on the market for a new interface. I've been looking at the UA Apollo Twin, but it's at the upper limits of my budget as a student. Does anyone have recommendations for audio interfaces that don't have the feedback problem that's either comparable in price to the 2i2 or within the $100-$400 range?

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Re: Scarlett 2i2 replacement suggestions?
« Reply #1 on: January 12, 2016, 12:35:25 pm »
Presonus Audiobox iTwo ! never owned one but a friend has it and i tried it and it sounded real good and i loved it~~~~

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Re: Scarlett 2i2 replacement suggestions?
« Reply #2 on: January 12, 2016, 01:04:15 pm »
Presonus Audiobox iTwo ! never owned one but a friend has it and i tried it and it sounded real good and i loved it~~~~

I own one AudioBox USB and I think it works great. Haven't really pushed it hard in any way, but it seems to work just fine.

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Re: Scarlett 2i2 replacement suggestions?
« Reply #3 on: January 12, 2016, 01:55:40 pm »
To me it looks like 2i2 has issues with itself.  ;D I have to constantly bombard Focusrite support only to find out I'll have to find solutions by myself.
NI Komplete Audio 6 got my attention recently. Looks like quality product with regularly updated drivers. I'll probably buy it soon.
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Re: Scarlett 2i2 replacement suggestions?
« Reply #4 on: January 12, 2016, 04:42:09 pm »
Thanks for the suggestions! The AudioBox actually looks pretty nice, though I have been taking a few peeks at the Komplete Audio 6. Pretty much all my gear is NI at this point, so maybe if I round things out with an NI interface I can work my way into a sponsorship in a couple years. :D

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Re: Scarlett 2i2 replacement suggestions?
« Reply #5 on: January 12, 2016, 10:28:57 pm »
Ive been using the Tascam US4x4 for about a year now. No issues so far. I kinda took a chance on it and have been happy so far.

P.S. I switched from the NI Komplete Audio 6. It was giving me issues.
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Re: Scarlett 2i2 replacement suggestions?
« Reply #6 on: January 13, 2016, 12:32:14 am »
I am pretty sure its not the audio interface but the KRKS although it could be Audio Interface. However even if it is it could be wiring problem like cheap cables! my krks make a little white noise also, and I connected them straight into the computer using some cables! lol hope this helps
i am pretty sure your audio card is fine

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Re: Scarlett 2i2 replacement suggestions?
« Reply #7 on: January 13, 2016, 04:59:00 pm »
I have the PreSonus Audiobox USB interface that I use with a pair of KRK Rokit 5's and it solved most of the audio interference issues I had. That being said, my interface does spazz out sometimes and disconnect for a second or two, but I think that problem might be specific to me. Overall, the Audiobox is a great interface especially for the price.
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Re: Scarlett 2i2 replacement suggestions?
« Reply #8 on: January 13, 2016, 10:04:16 pm »
Steinberg UR22, great interface, super clean and good looking with enough stuff to get the job done.