Uploaded November 2020 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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Budget Versus Cheap Audio Interfaces. An in-depth comparison of the inputs, outputs, and features of the Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 and Behringer UMC202HD audio interfaces, with audio examples of vocals, a phantom-powered condenser mic on acoustic guitar, and DI'd electric guitar. Which audio interface should you buy? Cheap vs budget.

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0:00 Intro
0:19 Comparing the Focusrite Scarlett and Behringer U-Phoria UMC202HD
1:06 Full Mix Audio Comparison
2:17 What is AIR Mode?
3:10 XLR Input Audio Comparison with Vocals
3:45 Why Do You Need A Pop Shield?
3:57 XLR Input Audio Comparison with v48 Phantom Power on Acoustic Guitar Comparison
4:53 Instrument Line Input Audio Comparison on Electric Guitar
5:37 Comparing the Features
6:00 Direct Monitoring
6:58 Headphone Outputs
7:36 Monitor Outputs
8:11 Preamps
8:45 Instrument Line Inputs
9:12 Scarlett Software
10:03 Thanks For Watching :-)

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