Best drum recording interface - top 11 products in 2023

Pro performance with eight of the finest mic preamps – Sound better than ever with 18i20’s eight mic preamps. Achieve a brighter and a more open recording thanks to the best performing mic preamps the Scarlett range has ever seen. A switchable Air mode will add extra clarity to your acoustic instruments when recording with your Scarlett 18i20, replicating the revered Focusrite console.

All the inputs and outputs you’ll ever need – Record multiple instruments at once directly through the eight available line inputs, allowing you to multi-track and capture the live performance. Enough inputs to make any space into a fully fledged recording studio. With super low latency and class-leading drivers, you will have no problems capturing audio in the moment that is well-polished and true to the original source.

Crystal clear playback in studio quality – Get professional sounding recordings with Scarlett’s high-performance converters which enable you to record and mix at up to 24-bit/192kHz. Your recordings will retain all of their sonic qualities so that you can hear all the details in your track on playback.

Get the perfect guitar take – There’s no need to sacrifice your tone with two high-headroom instrument inputs to plug in your guitar or bass. Capture your sound with clarity and have your audio stand out in all its glory without any unwanted clipping or distortion thanks to our Gain Halos.

All the tools you need to start recording right, now – In the form of Hitmaker Expansion, we’ve partnered with our favourite industry partners to provide you with plenty of sound content and software so that you can create and record music right away. Create powerful guitars, luscious keys and huge drums. Get studio quality vocals with the aid of Antares Auto-Tune Access that allows natural sounding, near-real-time pitch adjustment for getting the best vocal takes.

Enjoy three years of warranty - Wherever you happen to be in the world, you can rely on a three-year warranty if any Focusrite hardware needs repairing or replacing due to a manufacturing fault.

Pro performance with the finest pre-amps - Achieve a brighter and a more open recording thanks to the best performing mic pre-amps the Scarlett range has ever seen. A switchable Air mode will add extra clarity to your acoustic instruments when recording with your Scarlett 2i2.

Get the perfect guitar and vocal take - There’s no need to sacrifice your tone with two high-headroom instrument inputs to plug in your guitar or bass so that they shine through. Capture your voice with clarity and your instruments in all their glory without any unwanted clipping or distortion thanks to our Gain Halos.

Low-noise for crystal clear listening - Two low-noise balanced outputs provide clean audio playback. Hear all the details and nuances of your own track or music from Spotify, Apple Music and Amazon Music. Plug-in your own headphones via the output for private listening in high-fidelity.

Studio quality recording for your music and podcasts - You can achieve professional sounding recordings with Scarlett’s high-performance converters which enable you to record and mix at up to 24-bit/192kHz. Your recordings will retain all of their sonic qualities so that you can sound like the artists you admire.

Easy Start - It’s easier than ever to get up and running with your Scarlett with our online tool, Easy Start. Whether you’re looking to record or playback audio, we will help you get started.

All the tools you need to start recording right, now - We’ve partnered with our favourite industry partners to provide you with plenty of sound content and software so that you can create and record music right away.

Enjoy three years of warranty - Wherever you happen to be in the world, you can rely on a three-year warranty if any Focusrite hardware needs repairing or replacing due to a manufacturing fault.

Capture Every Detail - Premium component selection and 24-bit/192kHz resolution for professional recording and monitoring to your Mac / PC;

Low Latency - Hi-Speed USB / USB-C circuitry gives you the fastest connection, with a class-leading round trip latency of only 2.59ms; USB and USB-C connection cables included

Pristine Studio Grade Capture - Transparent Crystal preamps and ultra-pristine A/D converters for unsurpassed audio recording quality

Connectivity - 4 XLR+¼" TRS combo inputs, 2 ¼” instrument inputs and 2 ¼” line inputs; Stereo ¼” outputs with direct mono/stereo switch; 2 ¼” assignable auxiliary outs; 2 ¼” headphone outputs

Unite Your MIDI Gear - 5-pin MIDI In / Out connections for connecting synths, sequencers and other external MIDI gear

Feature Packed - Rugged metal chassis, large central volume control, VU LED meters and USB/Direct knob for zero latency monitoring

Pro Software - MPC Beats, Ableton Live Lite, Touch Loops, plus the Creative FX Collection, Xpand!2, Mini Grand, DB33, Strike, Hybrid3, and Revalver

Portable, Feature-Packed Mixing Desk - 8-channel mixer with 1/4" line level inputs, a high impedance input / switch for electric guitar and bass (DI), plus XLR inputs with 48V phantom power

Ready for Any Situation – Separate 1/4" main and monitor outputs connect to PA speakers, active monitors, amplifiers and recording devices; headphone output with independent level control

Recording Essentials – XLR inputs with gain trim and switchable high-pass filters; channel EQs with sweepable Mid (Ch 1 and 2 only); Multicolor LED metering for real-time level feedback

Built in Studio Effects - 15 DSP effects with channel FX Sends (pre and post EQ) and Master FX return level

Perfect Capture – Class compliant (Mac & PC) USB audio interface records at 16-bit, 44.1/48 kHz resolution and sends computer audio to powered loudspeakers and headphones

Professional Software Suite - Includes AKAI Professional MPC Beats

Pro performance with the finest pre-amps - Achieve a brighter and a more open recording thanks to the best performing mic pre-amps the Scarlett range has ever seen. A switchable Air mode will add extra clarity to your vocals when recording with your Scarlett Solo.

Get the perfect guitar take - There’s no need to sacrifice your tone with the high headroom instrument input when recording your guitar and basses. Capture your instruments in all their glory without any unwanted clipping or distortion thanks to our Gain Halos.

Studio quality recordings for your music and podcasts - You can achieve professional sounding recordings with Scarlett’s high-performance converters which enable you to record and mix at up to 24-bit/192kHz. Your recordings will retain all of their sonic qualities so that you can sound like the artists you admire.

Low-noise for crystal clear listening - Two low-noise balanced outputs provide clean audio playback. Hear all the details and nuances of your own track or music from Spotify, Apple Music and Amazon Music. Plug-in your own headphones via the output for private listening in high-fidelity.

Easy Start - It’s easier than ever to get up and running with your Scarlett with our online tool, Easy Start. Whether you’re looking to record or playback audio, we will help you get started.

All the tools you need to start recording right, now - We’ve partnered with our favourite industry partners to provide you with plenty of sound content and software so that you can create and record music right away. Create studio quality vocals, powerful guitars, luscious keys and huge drums.

Enjoy three years of warranty - Wherever you happen to be in the world, you can rely on a three-year warranty if any Focusrite hardware needs repairing or replacing due to a manufacturing fault.

Easily create music productions, livestreams, and podcasts on Mac, PC, iPad, and iPhone

Record vocals and instruments with rich, full sound using Vintage Mic Preamp mode

Produce with industry-leading software including Ableton, Melodyne, UJAM's Virtual Drummer, Marshall, Ampeg, and more

Harness USB bus power for on-the-go recording with class-leading 24-bit/192 kHz audio conversion

Studio-quality headphone amp, MIDI connections, 48V phantom power, and Direct Monitoring for latency-free recording

30-day Free Trial Subscription to UAD Spark, an ever expanding library of world-class plug-ins and instruments that run on Mac, no hardware required

2-in/4-out USB audio interface

2 low-noise mic preamps with XLR combo jacks

Hi-Z input for guitar and other high impedance sources

MIDI In/Out ports

Extensively shielded, low-noise design

Captures 16 mic and line inputs to your computer with clear sound quality and advanced features to manage big sessions

Eight Ultra-HDDA microphone preamps deliver the cleanest and quietest operation in their class while delivering up to 56dB of gain

An additional eight line inputs are provided, two of them switchable to instrument level for direct guitar or bass recording

Eight balanced line outputs are also available, two with a level control on the front panel for monitoring

Built in is a DSP Mixer for low-latency digital mixing, and each channel has four-band EQ and compression for polished-sounding monitor mixes

Equipped with a set of built-in high-sensitivity stereo condenser mic

Capture sound effects, speeches and dialog with excellent clarity. Recording data format : 16 / 24-bit, 44.1 / 48 kHz WAV format

Connect two R24s via USB for 16 tracks of simultaneous recording

Record Scratch tracks and overdub voiceovers in post-production

Onboard phantom power with high-quality Mic preamps and vocal effects

The upgraded audio interface is capable to establish a new trend for Podcasting, with plug-and-play use, crystal-clear audio recording, and fashionable design, making your home studios to a professional level. Ideal for podcast recording, streaming, voice-over, and content creation. Compatible with PC, smartphone, tablet, camera, Windows, Mac OS, etc.

Up to 11 customized sound pads to enhance your podcast atmosphere: It's capable to have 11 customized sound effects. 3 sound pads support recording a max 60s audio effect each and one-key looping, while 8 ones for 20s audio effect. Moreover, you can adjust the volume of each sound pad. It could be uploaded with your favorite audio for podcast recording via smartphone, PC, microphone, or Bluetooth device.

Excellent performance with superior preamp: Built-in quality pre-amps and support phantom power for best performance of XLR microphone. AME2A features with 3-level mic gain adjustment, supporting ultra-low noise gain up to 60dB, high-end dynamic microphones. 32Bit high-performance chipset and DENOISE function will provide a clearer sound.

Enjoy a personalized podcasting atmosphere: Equipment with 6 reverb modes, You can adjust the time and depth of reverb freely, 12-step auto-tune, 3 modifiable tones (Treble, mid-range, bass), and pitch changer knobs. Each microphone input is independently controlled. Pro features like sidechain, music only, and loopback switch are also included.

Designed for live- streaming: You can use USB-C to connect your computer or tablet, LIVE-OUTPUT1/2 to connect your smartphone for podcasting recording and streaming, via MONITOR SPK, connect a studio monitor for sound output, use an AUX-IN jack to connect your input accompaniment from a smartphone or other devices, use MIC1/2, and connect your favorite XLR condenser/dynamic microphone. Use INST to connect your guitar/bass or other instruments.

Compatible with microphones: MAONOCASTER AME2 is compatible with most analog microphones, including XLR condenser/dynamic microphones, 6.35MM dynamic microphones, and 3.5MM microphones. Note: USB microphones are not supported. You can use the product with MAONO PM320, PM500, and HD300, It also works well with microphones of other brands, MAONOCASTER AME2 compatible with Shure SM7B, Shure SM58, Rode podmic, Samson Q2U, etc.

Package list：1* audio interface, 1* USB A-C charging cable, 2* 3.5mm TRRS audio cable, ,1* user manual. We provide a 12-Month warranty. For a better user experience, please download more instructions below and read the user manual before setting up.