Arturia MiniFuse vs Focusrite Scarlett vs MOTU M2 + Neumann U87

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In this video, I compare the Arturia MiniFuse with the Focusrite Scarlett and the MOTU M2 audio interfaces. All with the Neumann U87 high end condenser microphone. This is a comparison of the Arturia MiniFuse for vocal recordings with the Scarlett 2i2 and the MOTU audio interface. I discuss the sound quality, build quality, durability, warranty, and features including latency, audio connections, MIDI ins and outs, and software included. These are budget affordable cheap audio interfaces that get the job done really well. And you’ll have to hear the audio samples to find out which is best for you.
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  • @nonnoinsandiego8303
    @nonnoinsandiego83032 жыл бұрын

    Get the one best suited to you needs, budget, and what you can work with. You can always upgrade. Excellent video. Clear, precise, realistic, and unbiased. I shared this in my Flipboard ezine, Axes, Etc. Nicely done!

  • @shropmedia
    @shropmedia2 жыл бұрын

    I really like how you compared these. I don’t think I have seen much of that before for audio interfaces. Had a conversation with a friend on his need for an audio interface and was able to pass along your video! :)

  • @jacobjakejacked4005
    @jacobjakejacked40052 жыл бұрын

    I just bought the M Audio Bundle that you made a video of a while back and after seeing the Arturia's audio interface I am very jealous. Great video man your great for making decisions on finding audio equipment

  • @margaretchristo6859
    @margaretchristo68592 жыл бұрын

    What a great in-depth review of these microphones. Your work is impeccable, Sanjay C and I love your voice.

  • @asterisk606
    @asterisk6062 жыл бұрын

    As someone whose laptop only has two USB ports because companies are obsessed with making thinner and thinner products, the USB on the back seems like a super nice bonus.

  • @murataydn2805

    @murataydn2805

    2 жыл бұрын

    Usb hub is the key

  • @emmanuelanell4646

    @emmanuelanell4646

    Жыл бұрын

    i agree with this, the usb hub is the main reason why i ended up getting the arturia, even considering the fact that my computer has three usb type a ports and one usb type c port, its super nice to be able to plug in, a midi keyboard , a drum pad, a hard drive and my phone at the same time

  • @derekbaker3279
    @derekbaker32792 жыл бұрын

    Some food for thought: If you collborate with vocalists & instrumentalists, having a monitor mix knob enables them to readily adjust their input relative to the bed tracks/full mix to suit their comfort level, their style of singing/playing, and the type of music in each particular track WITHOUT having to ask the recording engineer/tech (i.e. you!) to make the adjustments (and go back & forth - perhaps communicating from one room to another - until the headphone mix has been optimized). If they are recording on more than one song for you, they can make adjustments on the fly more quickly. So, IMHO, the fact that the Arturia interface has the mix knob can be a big plus for many with home studios. Of course, if you use a quality studio headphone amp, it may have a mix knob, and my point becomes moot. Last, the monitor mix knob also can be useful in the same way if you use in-ears when you're doing a gig.

  • @cerruti1881au
    @cerruti1881au2 жыл бұрын

    I've already pre-ordered the MiniFuse 2. Your review reassured my decision. Thanks!

  • @wurrbm
    @wurrbm6 ай бұрын

    thanks for that video! I'm looking to buy my first interface and this helped me a lot with some of the questions I had about those

  • @mangalisoxaba498
    @mangalisoxaba4982 жыл бұрын

    Always love watching Sanjay C Studio Gear reviews, excellent HD quality videos in attractive environments, he finds the best & highly comparable gear that's at reasonable prices. Totally gives a buyer the edge on the latest most sought after gear. A very decent and kind presentation, always. Thank you Sanjay, we really appreciate what you do. My Roland Duo Capture gave up, so based on this review I'm sold on the Arturia MiniFuse 2 and I'm getting it here in South Africa.

  • @williambielak953
    @williambielak9532 жыл бұрын

    Been looking to start recording my guitar and try putting songs together, I have been really enjoying your videos and have been learning a lot, thank you!

  • @peralta229
    @peralta2292 жыл бұрын

    i'm amazed by seeing how good the new arturia minifuse is able to compete with the most popular audio interfaces sir, especially it was able to rival the focusrite scarlett 2i2 sir, thanks for the review sir.😀😃😄😁😊☺️😌🙂

  • @drfluffy3983
    @drfluffy39832 жыл бұрын

    I use the Motu M2 since a year and its just awesome. It is possibel to hear the difference and the latency is in that class by far the best. Best in class and never disapointed me.

  • @cheynobi6602

    @cheynobi6602

    2 жыл бұрын

    Any recommendations for audiobook narrations, and voice overs?

  • @gamensch2629

    @gamensch2629

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@cheynobi6602 Did you find out somehow?

  • @shawnveneziano9013

    @shawnveneziano9013

    Жыл бұрын

    @@cheynobi6602 The Motu M2 is by far the best for narrations and VO work. I have a degree in audio engineering and I do VOs and I can tell you that it is the best in that price range, simply because it has the lowest latency while still capturing everything with perfect accuracy. It also has more than strong enough mic preamps to even bring an SM7 up to level. You want lower latency for VOs since you need to record while also watching the clip and listening to the other sound cues.

  • @pathnativejam

    @pathnativejam

    Жыл бұрын

    when he showed the 3 comparisons of takes, you could see there was more distinction in the wave form in the motu, considering that was an expensive mic, that should say something.

  • @drfluffy3983

    @drfluffy3983

    Жыл бұрын

    @@pathnativejam i used the same mic for testing + direct input line signals. The comparsion was between between Motu M2 ,Scarlet 212, Steinberg UR 22 mk2, native instrument komplete audio 2. Arturia Microfuse was not out back then. There was the Motu clear the Winner

  • @johnmknox
    @johnmknox2 жыл бұрын

    Those Arturias look very nice especially in white I have to admit. I like that they have a 5 year warranty and USB-MIDI in/out. Can't remember the last time I used a MIDI cable. It has all been USB for a while now. I think the MOTU M4 is still top dog for low priced audio interfaces though. Low Latency. Phantom power on each channel. Input Monitor Mix. Loud headphones.

  • @justinfoster7699
    @justinfoster7699 Жыл бұрын

    thanks a lot. i spent weeks trying to decide but you helped a lot

  • @sideb3276
    @sideb32762 жыл бұрын

    Great review! I have the motu m2 and it’s rock solid . I highly recommend it.. if you bump up to the m4 you get the direct monitor mix knob

  • @porcupine5994
    @porcupine5994 Жыл бұрын

    every video was amazing and to the point. had to go back and use the links to buy everything.

  • @sebzjunior8965
    @sebzjunior89652 жыл бұрын

    Always getting better with new stuff.. looking forward for your assistance

  • @Grindstaff09
    @Grindstaff09 Жыл бұрын

    That's some great music, voice, and recording. Congrats on the Neumann!!

  • @SoniqSounds
    @SoniqSounds2 жыл бұрын

    There it is the U87 I spotted few weeks back! Nice video Sanjay!

  • @Bumper210
    @Bumper2102 жыл бұрын

    I'm bitch for Arturias' design, their products look so good on a desk 🥰

  • @SanjayC

    @SanjayC

    2 жыл бұрын

    lol! I agree...great looking gear!

  • @theoutsiderjess4869

    @theoutsiderjess4869

    2 жыл бұрын

    The white is so clean

  • @RSI24

    @RSI24

    2 жыл бұрын

    But are they as good as they look..i enjoy their synth programs but hardware is a different feeling for me

  • @DIGITAL7Media

    @DIGITAL7Media

    2 жыл бұрын

    funny i was looking for white focusrite scarlets

  • @borp6912

    @borp6912

    2 жыл бұрын

    I'm bitch

  • @TheAchoman2
    @TheAchoman22 жыл бұрын

    I love that song anyways! with or without the comparison you did a awesome cover of it!

  • @radioraj1
    @radioraj1 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for this video - appreciated. It is almost impossible to understand quality difference between these interfaces in KZread video, since the audio in KZread is highly compressed and cutted. But even in such circumstances, it is evident Motu has much better sound than other two participants. This is proved by technical characteristics: Motu dynamic range is much higher and own noise level in Motu is much lower, than any other interface. The only one cons, which I've observed in Motu - poor of bundle SW (you've mentioned that in your video). So, my choose is Motu.

  • @AaronMoonMusic
    @AaronMoonMusic2 жыл бұрын

    I personally tried both the Arturia and Motu and both were impressive to me. I landed on the M2 because of some of the specs and the nice screen, but the Minifuse 2 left an impressive mark. It really boils down to the subtle differences in specs, features, and price point, and what you value. BTW @Sanjay C Very nice vocals!

  • @KjartanAbel
    @KjartanAbel2 жыл бұрын

    Love your channel Sanjay. Every upload is a gem.

  • @wesrosner
    @wesrosner2 жыл бұрын

    Perfect timing, Just about to buy one. Thanks Sanjay

  • @Yamahman
    @Yamahman Жыл бұрын

    Downgraded from the Audiofuse rev 2.,very happy with the minifuse 2 , has all the features I need and sounds as good as its big brother. Midi a necessity, machine micro in the usb hub, mix control button used all the time, always stable. a great interface and not just for the price.Excellent review as ever, love your channel.

  • @benharban8545
    @benharban85452 жыл бұрын

    For me it was MOTU pretty closely followed by the Arturia, with the Focusrite in third. I own the M4 which has the mix knob that the M2 lacks, So if the additional cost isn't an issue for someone, You get that feature plus the additional I/O. my church had the 4 channel Focusrite, and we were never fully impressed with the sound quality at least through our A&H DLive and EAW PA. So we started using someone's Presonus until we switched over to MOTU's M4's which was an additional step up in sound quality from the Presonus, which was a step up from the Focusrite to begin with. and in regards to MOTU's warranty and reliability Our church also has two MOTU 24 I/O's that have been going strong since 2009, and still sound excellent, So the shorter warranty would probably be a non-issue for me. I also appreciate MOTU not skimping on their preamps in their lower end models, and essentially just opting for less features for their cheaper products without sacrificing sound quality. Great video! I appreciated the unbiased review of the gear.

  • @justinrodriguez1900
    @justinrodriguez19002 жыл бұрын

    How trippy!!! I’ve thought about band 311 several times earlier today, and happen to be watching this video leading up to 3:11 PM, and exactly at 3:11, the bass/synth laying down the iconic riff started. Oh boy, Sanjay, did I get goosebumps, Universally Fate Endorsed Goosepumps! :)

  • @SanjayC

    @SanjayC

    2 жыл бұрын

    LOL....wow that is weird!

  • @ianbest3677
    @ianbest36772 жыл бұрын

    Nice review, Not only specs but we could actually listen to the difference. It would have been nice to include the new Universal Audio Volt which is in the same price range.

  • @vewilli
    @vewilli2 жыл бұрын

    Not only interesting comparing, also great singing (voice). 👍🏻👏🏻

  • @SanjayC

    @SanjayC

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you GAD!

  • @_JohnnySav
    @_JohnnySav2 жыл бұрын

    Love the production on this song!!!

  • @Prod.SlimeVibes
    @Prod.SlimeVibes2 жыл бұрын

    The mini fuse 2 looks just stunning. It holds a USB port which is great because my laptop is full of usbs. I own the Scarlett 2i2 but now I’m thinking for the mini fuse GREAT VIDEO ONCE AGAIN 🏆🆙🔥💯💙👍

  • @SanjayC

    @SanjayC

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! And really happy you like the video!

  • @blinkwater

    @blinkwater

    4 ай бұрын

    th you talking about? they're all USB-connected

  • @thetylersherman
    @thetylersherman2 жыл бұрын

    MOTU is incredible hardware in my experience. Love my M4. My main complaint about the MOTU M2 and the new Scarletts is the lack of the "system audio / direct monitor" fader that the Scarlett 2i4 2nd Gen and the MOTU M4 have. I'm definitely impressed by the Arturia though... might be a game changer compared to Scarletts.

  • @elikamin5678

    @elikamin5678

    2 жыл бұрын

    Tell me it is true that motu drivers has problems with windows?? Thanks

  • @elin3303

    @elin3303

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@elikamin5678 no, at least mine doesn't

  • @elikamin5678

    @elikamin5678

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@elin3303 thank u

  • @thetylersherman

    @thetylersherman

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@elikamin5678 I had issues when I first set it up. It turned out that my issue was actually just the USB extension cable I was running it over. They have instructions for setting up on Windows and if you follow them carefully you should have no issues at all.

  • @GrandmasterClady

    @GrandmasterClady

    Жыл бұрын

    ​@@elin3303is your motu still working. Heard that most of them don't last

  • @JEtienneMusic
    @JEtienneMusic2 жыл бұрын

    this was awesome. I have the 2nd gen Scarlett 2i2. Looking forward to you trying out the newer UAD interfaces when they release. in mix you vocals sound crisp all around! 808s were super crunchy and beautifully distorted. the M2 looks great and sounds awesome. For the price, if you can get one, seems like a steal. I luckily have a headphone amp for my 990 Pros so that's not an issue here.

  • @SanjayC

    @SanjayC

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much, my friend! I worked hard on this...its a much grittier take on a classic song! So glad you like it!

  • @LostStylus

    @LostStylus

    2 жыл бұрын

    I've just returned UAD Volt 2 beause it does not work well with m50x. Way to loud and sound cuts out in one channel on low volumes.

  • @JEtienneMusic

    @JEtienneMusic

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@LostStylus sorry to hear that!

  • @nepomukism

    @nepomukism

    Жыл бұрын

    wait the motu m2 has no direct monitoring - thats a nogo - but the m4 has?

  • @Only1Dharti
    @Only1Dharti2 жыл бұрын

    😵🔥It just amazes me how you make every song a Sanjay C song and WOW!!!! The beat and then the beat drop?! Hooow do you hear these beats in your head?! You’re soooooo good! People need to hear and realize your genius more and more! 😬💋😇

  • @SanjayC

    @SanjayC

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much! :-D Do you think you're a little biased?

  • @Only1Dharti

    @Only1Dharti

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@SanjayC LOLLLL NO, not at all! 🙃⭐️🥳

  • @this.is.shashwat

    @this.is.shashwat

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@Only1Dharti I love the fact that you live with such a musical genius and talk to him everyday and yet appreciate him and ask him questions in the comments of the video hahaha

  • @Only1Dharti

    @Only1Dharti

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@this.is.shashwat 😄 Thank you! I love to support him in any way I can! Plus often I’m working myself and we may not be in the same place so I can tell him directly! All forms of communication are positive✨ and ♥️

  • @ramspencer5492
    @ramspencer54922 жыл бұрын

    I have a Motu M4 ... It's pretty impressive IMO. It has the monitor mix knob and incredibly good DACs for running out to hardware....

  • @I.M.Guitar-Nerd
    @I.M.Guitar-Nerd2 жыл бұрын

    My MOTU M2 has worked flawlessly for over a year now. It's a fantastic interface and the latency is insanely low, plus, it has a power switch!

  • @natevirtual

    @natevirtual

    2 жыл бұрын

    YES! I'm so happy with mine as well. Previously owned a Komplete Audio 6 Mk1 but it was due for an upgrade plus the latency sucked and I had audio clipping every now and then...

  • @I.M.Guitar-Nerd

    @I.M.Guitar-Nerd

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@natevirtual This is my first interface, running on an ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo and using Reaper 64bit. DT770 Pros are really nice with it and the 250-ohm drivers offer enough volume. No real monitors yet but they make a pair of Edifier R1280DB speakers sound pretty good too.

  • @ZacharySound

    @ZacharySound

    2 жыл бұрын

    Mine too.

  • @JustMamba

    @JustMamba

    2 жыл бұрын

    Im ashamed to say it but my motu m4 has better latency then my id44, and the drivers are just insanely more reliable on windows.

  • @mediocreatbest_

    @mediocreatbest_

    2 жыл бұрын

    I was searching for stuff about the mini fuse but dam the Motu is looking like a dam good option now

  • @Babelfish112
    @Babelfish1122 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the great video! Sold me on the MiniFuse 2, going to order one :)

  • @SanjayC

    @SanjayC

    2 жыл бұрын

    Nice!! Let me know how you like it!

  • @emanuel.f.trompeta6499
    @emanuel.f.trompeta64992 жыл бұрын

    Awesome review and comparison (as always😁). It would be cool to compare those interfaces with the SSL 2 and 2+. Also, have you heard about the new budget Universal Audio Interfaces? Their just 🤯

  • @SanjayC

    @SanjayC

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yes, my video on the Volt is coming really soon!

  • @craigjoe8691

    @craigjoe8691

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@SanjayC how difficult would it be to change the monitors on the front to your inputs instead of output, with say, a firmware update?

  • @nikil07khatri
    @nikil07khatri2 жыл бұрын

    have seen so many of ur videos Sanjay C. Ur high quality contents are so simple, light hearted and pleasant to hear and watch despite being on such highly technical aspects of music and equipments. A huge credit to just basically ur happy to go lucky personality im guessing. Lots of luck and love from ur ancestral country India..😅😊.. and yes Bdw it was so heartening to see u motivate and comment on the channel of an Indian KZreadr Darshit who may not be as popular as u internationally today. Just shows ur nature & character. lots more power to u too buddy. 😊

  • @ViVasVaanSriVastaVa
    @ViVasVaanSriVastaVa2 жыл бұрын

    I’m just glad I followed Sanjay C’s advice and picked up the Motu M2 last year. Best investment ever 🔥 the thing’s built like a tank and the sound is beauttt!

  • @drfluffy3983

    @drfluffy3983

    2 жыл бұрын

    Same for me, i will clear stay with Motu, driver makes insane fast latency possibel, pre amps are by far the best under 200€ inclusive headphones. And phantom power knob per channel is a must have. i have nothing to complain. Only think about to upgrade somewhen.

  • @GrandmasterClady

    @GrandmasterClady

    Жыл бұрын

    Is it still working heard some saying they do not last

  • @ndujamz
    @ndujamz2 жыл бұрын

    Motu is well round interface. For an additional alternative RCA output that always a win for me.

  • @jaephu92
    @jaephu922 жыл бұрын

    This is what i'm waiting for! Thanks for the awesome review and comparison sanjay. The MiniFuse can compete as well! But i'm not happy with the MiniFuse1, it's only 1 input atleast they've add 1 instrument input.

  • @SanjayC

    @SanjayC

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hi Jae...yes I thought so too! Glad they came out with these. I think the MiniFuse 2 is the one to get

  • @jaephu92

    @jaephu92

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@SanjayC yes! Minifuse 2 will be the best choice.

  • @jordanpene5279
    @jordanpene5279 Жыл бұрын

    Love your take on The Cure... In my Audiotechnica M50x, the Arturia and Focusrite sounded almost identical but the Motu was less sibilant with more body. I like them all but Arturia meets my needs the best as it allows me to control my hardware synths :D

  • @fazbell
    @fazbell2 жыл бұрын

    Outstanding information and presentation. Thanks.

  • @jacobseal
    @jacobseal2 жыл бұрын

    Just wanted to say your version of this song is awesome. Dig it. All 3 units sounded good.

  • @SanjayC

    @SanjayC

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much, Jacob!

  • @pnwajs3532
    @pnwajs35322 жыл бұрын

    I'm waiting for the MiniFuse 4 early next year. Suspecting it might be $199. It just has everything I need, so I've been holding off upgrading my audio interface. So many times I've had a Scarlett in my cart and cancelled, and once these were announced I've been settled on the 4. I tend to get all gear in black but my current black audio interface is in a dark location on my desk and I have problems seeing it very well unless I turn on my desk light, so I'm going for the white version.

  • @connorcarbon

    @connorcarbon

    Жыл бұрын

    It's out and seems about $220! I'm thinking about getting one but now Motu just announced the M6. They're not direct competitors but for my use case they are! Don't need all the inputs of the M6, but want that minimal latency and actual monitoring LCD, and hardware button to turn on direct monitoring! But the Minifuse 4 has 2 USB ports and is a lot more clear and direct about how exactly it can serve two separate mixes to the two different headphone outs. It seems the Motu M6 can kinda do that? But they don't explain it well at all. @SanjayC better clear this up for us 😁

  • @lickyoats
    @lickyoats5 ай бұрын

    I came here for the specs on the Mini-Fuse and was totally surprised to hear that Cure cover!

  • @elcantantejr1
    @elcantantejr12 жыл бұрын

    Thank you. And one video about the news interfaces o UA, Volt 276, for example? It would be amazing!

  • @SanjayC

    @SanjayC

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yes, I'm going to do a Volt video soon

  • @Davidxx1400
    @Davidxx14002 жыл бұрын

    I love this content so much that I turned on notifications!!! 🔔🤗

  • @duckmanVSR
    @duckmanVSR2 жыл бұрын

    This track 🔥🔥🔥 the mini fuse is a steal for any beginner!

  • @SanjayC

    @SanjayC

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much!! :-D

  • @rohanraj278

    @rohanraj278

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@SanjayC Upload the song please

  • @odecasa
    @odecasa2 жыл бұрын

    I was already inclined to buy the MiniFuse and after watching your video, I'm sure. Thank you

  • @Fran-jg4kp
    @Fran-jg4kp2 жыл бұрын

    Hey Sanjay, one of my favorite parts of your mic and interface reviews are the songs that you cover. Any chance they are full on another platform?

  • @bryan25cool
    @bryan25cool2 жыл бұрын

    Hi Sanjay C. You should have included SSL2 interface. That one hyped a lot before.

  • @artg7909
    @artg79092 жыл бұрын

    That is such a kool arrangement. I love the cure.👍

  • @jerzboybeats9555
    @jerzboybeats95552 жыл бұрын

    Good morning and thanks for the comparison.

  • @SanjayC

    @SanjayC

    2 жыл бұрын

    Anytime buddy. What did you think of the recordings? Did you prefer one over the other?

  • @jerzboybeats9555

    @jerzboybeats9555

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@SanjayC I was leaning more towards the MOTU before this review now the Arturia has changed my mind. I have a Focusrite 4i4 which I do love but I need another interface to be dedicated to my portable iOS set up.

  • @marvache9652
    @marvache96522 жыл бұрын

    Such a great video! I've been looking to upgrade my interface (been rocking the focusrite solo 2nd gen for a few yrs) so this came at the right time, though I'm torn between the minifuse and 2i2.

  • @lordgraga

    @lordgraga

    2 жыл бұрын

    The differences between 2nd gen 2i2 and 3rd gen is not big. Slightly more headroom in 3rd gen, and some minor details, but it’s not worth an upgrade.

  • @marvache9652

    @marvache9652

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@lordgraga so would it be better to get the arturia?

  • @lordgraga

    @lordgraga

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@marvache9652 why even get something different? What’s wrong with the 2i2?

  • @marvache9652

    @marvache9652

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@lordgraga i only have the solo. I'm trying to upgrade to something else

  • @lordgraga

    @lordgraga

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@marvache9652 makes sense! I think it’s hard to go wrong with the options you have.

  • @scottt9382
    @scottt93822 жыл бұрын

    I love my M4 - though a couple bucks more than the M2, of course. Low latency, monitor mix, great display - does not come in white.

  • @davidg7136
    @davidg71362 жыл бұрын

    The music played in the beginning is amazing dude

  • @SanjayC

    @SanjayC

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks...my own mix of that classic song.

  • @draggabeats
    @draggabeats2 жыл бұрын

    We need an updated video with the new Universal Audio Volt series of audio interfaces! They just released!

  • @future_doctor_sam
    @future_doctor_sam2 жыл бұрын

    I love my MOTU M2. One of the best pieces of gear I've ever bought.

  • @arash5550

    @arash5550

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hi bro. Do u use me on Windows? If yes have u encounter any issues on driver or sound. Thanks 🙏

  • @carlosserrano3985

    @carlosserrano3985

    2 жыл бұрын

    I have a Motu M4 with a Windows 10 PC, no problems here.

  • @not_willdowns
    @not_willdowns2 жыл бұрын

    I LOVE YOUR STUFF MAN!! I have a poopy presonus iTWO and focusrite solo 3rd gen, any chance you'll be looking at the new clarrett+ from focusrite

  • @gauravkalra3974
    @gauravkalra39742 жыл бұрын

    @Sanjay C came to this video looking for comparison of audio interfaces and am realizing I didn’t even focus on the review because can’t get your voice out of my head. Would love to buy the track if you ever release it. Awesome 👏song and so is your voice.

  • @SanjayC

    @SanjayC

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much. Such a nice compliment!

  • @jovwrath
    @jovwrath2 жыл бұрын

    Great Review! Are you going to review the Austrian Audio Headphones?

  • @Engineeer
    @Engineeer Жыл бұрын

    Looks like the MiniFuse has the connectors screwed to the case. This doesn't look as clean as the competitors, but improves durability as there is less stress on the soldering when cables are plugged in. If this kind of quality is applied on the entire design, I believe that it'll last way longer as its competitors.

  • @philipmumford7871
    @philipmumford78712 жыл бұрын

    It's getting hard now to choose on real life performance - I'm sure all of these interfaces would be great. I have an M4 which I can thoroughly recommend albeit a bit pricier than these. Maybe if all the software from the arturia is good for you that would swing it? I had a scarlet 18i20 mk1 before the m4 and that was pretty solid. Only sold it because of size and needing an external power supply. It's difficult to get it wrong with an interface these days!

  • @dhruvpurohit6218
    @dhruvpurohit62182 жыл бұрын

    For anyone wondering: i tried HD 650 on motu M2 and it was quite loud enough for me around 60% knob. Maybe it was just me but I didn't like it enough compared to HD 598CS, so returned it back. Currently testing the Beyer DT1990s and they're awesome too around 50-60% volume level on motu M2 (loving the punch /kicks on this one) BTW - Awesome video Sanjay!! Was waiting for this one from some time 🤘😁

  • @SanjayC

    @SanjayC

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, Dhruv! Let me know how you like the Beyer 1990s!

  • @dhruvpurohit6218

    @dhruvpurohit6218

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@SanjayC update on experience of dt1990: Liked it better than HD 650. I was able to hear stuff which didn't hear earlier ever from mixes (specially the spitfire's samples and even in KZread videos) . Lows were adequate for me. That piercing high? Not experienced it yet, as i haven't used it in long sessions and have recreated only a single piece until now with it. Still have a month for return window (mind says yes for return but my heart says no 😁) Ughh the G.A.S. is real in this one (as I was also eyeing some orchestral libraries for black Friday 😂)

  • @AFryingPan

    @AFryingPan

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks was wondering how they would deal with my 6XX. The Motu ME seems like the one to get it if I want it to replace my headphone dac amp on my desk

  • @debayanbanerjee_01
    @debayanbanerjee_01 Жыл бұрын

    This reggae version of this song which you've created sounds so addictive to me..Great job..I would be extremely happy if you please let me know where can I get the full song (Your version ). Btw it's a very informative video. Really very helpful for a beginner like me who wants to build a home studio. Truly appreciate your effort..Respect from India🙏🏼

  • @TheToneWork
    @TheToneWork2 жыл бұрын

    Great review as always. I just bought the Presonus Studio 24c, per your recommendation in a previous video. Strangely, I completely changed my DAW to Studio One after my purchase. Why aren't more people using this?! It's soooo much better than Ableton and FL Studio.

  • @dawoud8013

    @dawoud8013

    2 жыл бұрын

    YES Studio One is great ! i have bought the Studio 68C because of an hardware issue on my brand new Motu M4. Thinking i should buy it directly for the i/O and software package. But Sadly, the level input (even line in) is too low compared to the Motu... i can't keep it after have experiemented the Motu M series.

  • @SoloInfo

    @SoloInfo

    2 жыл бұрын

    I got excited about Studio One's potential bc of the things it can do, but when I tried to learn it things were slow going. I went back to my FL Studio. But, getting that DAW with the interface was a nice bonus. I'll give it another try someday. I had just bought FL within the same time period; so may have just not wanted to feel I wasted money!

  • @sundok1
    @sundok12 жыл бұрын

    nice video man, thx. whats the microphone shield you using, seems very lightweight

  • @TheB1gduk
    @TheB1gduk2 жыл бұрын

    Do a blind test, you will struggle to tell the difference. Also the AIR feature on the Scarlett can lift the sound. The truth is , technology is so good now and has been for a while that trying to decide on the sound quality is like splitting hairs. Its more likely you would choose one for a feature you want rather than not liking the sound of another. Another crutial aspect of these interfaces is the stability of and latency of the ASIO drivers. The Scarlett has been rock solid on this front and can get very low buffer and latency.

  • @opt4669

    @opt4669

    2 жыл бұрын

    if you are using shitty audio otput devices then yep

  • @clickbaitpro

    @clickbaitpro

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@opt4669 lol someone is toxic

  • @opt4669

    @opt4669

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@clickbaitpro lol just facts

  • @opt4669

    @opt4669

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@clickbaitpro it is noticeable and this guy is probably focusrite fanboy which is not that bad but hey! we have motu m2 and roland rubix 24 out there which is far more great than focusrite in terms of quality/price ratio

  • @maxgemstone7257

    @maxgemstone7257

    2 жыл бұрын

    Wayne Brown Still. Nobody listening to your mixes would give a shit about which interface you used... And after mixing and eq nobody would be able to tell a difference anyways.

  • @fireballfireball7573
    @fireballfireball75732 жыл бұрын

    I need you to do a review about the new UD volts in the same price range

  • @eklirzzz7798
    @eklirzzz77982 жыл бұрын

    Sir can you please upload a video tutorial of mastering and mixing in Ableton for biggners???

  • @kevinmunozortega5762
    @kevinmunozortega57622 жыл бұрын

    Hello Sanjay C. Thank you for your review on the three audio interfaces, but I like to ask you for help and recommendations. I'm an animator new to audio recordings, and I'm currently looking for an audio interface that I can use to start a gaming channel but do live streaming once in a while. I'm also planning to use it for voice acting and recording acoustic guitar sounds as a hobby. The Focusrite Scarlett Solo, the MOTU M2 and the Native Instruments Komplete Audio 1 sounded high quality from listening to your recordings from your previous KZread comparison videos. However, I'm stuck with choosing the suitable interfaces that fit my gaming channel and other hobbies. What do you suggest that I should pick?

  • @iliasandresakis9684
    @iliasandresakis96842 жыл бұрын

    OMG !! 01:20 my hair went up !! Awsome voice dude. Greetings from Greece :) Trying to see which one of these three sound cards to buy for Shure SM7B.

  • @pdrgallo
    @pdrgallo2 жыл бұрын

    you should maybe explain a little more about how are you recording and comparing these. are we listening to the same exact voice track being converted, or are these different performances? if they are different, then the little nuances in each vocal performance is going to also color the sound. so its difficult to asses exactly what has changed

  • @xdrabbit
    @xdrabbit2 жыл бұрын

    Love your videos!

  • @upstairzstudio8480
    @upstairzstudio84802 жыл бұрын

    Great review as usual Sunny, however, the Apogee Duet comes with a usb port to use as midi input.

  • @HarvinderSingh-yy8th

    @HarvinderSingh-yy8th

    2 жыл бұрын

    Apgee is costly.

  • @upstairzstudio8480

    @upstairzstudio8480

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@HarvinderSingh-yy8th Sure it is

  • @maikkaune
    @maikkaune2 жыл бұрын

    @Sanjay C & MAC users - Nice overview and comparison... but I miss one important detail: The software driver requirements. I have noticed that the ARTURIA needs audio and midi drivers even on the MAC platform!? Why is this? Isn't it possible todo everything with core MacOS stuff? As far as I know, some other interfaces do not need any extra software, for instance: Behringer, Roland. Any thoughts, pros, cons and experiences are much appreciated.

  • @FromZero2HD
    @FromZero2HD2 жыл бұрын

    This sold me so I got the minifuse and I’m just blown away. Great signal for guitar, the bonus plug-ins are great! First time I ever tried recording a guitar track with so many things going on at 24/96 and 3ms latency (you decide the latency and it figures out the buffer, real easy to adjust in Asio panel). Completely different than the Scarlet Solo, it’s just smoother and nicer sounding.

  • @FromZero2HD

    @FromZero2HD

    2 жыл бұрын

    Arturia’s definitely aiming at the guitar player driven music crowd with the plug-in suite. EMT140, 1073 pre, analog chorus, tape delay (holy smokes the presets are like having an fx rack unit). So much better than the Focusrite/Pro Tools thing we’ve been getting repackaged for years & years.

  • @jamaicaboxingclub7673

    @jamaicaboxingclub7673

    2 жыл бұрын

    Nice to KN⭕️W!

  • @TheFruitcube

    @TheFruitcube

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hey, are you still satisfied with the Minifuse? I would use it for playing Guitar and plug in a Mic and Headphones for discord mainly. I am currently deciding between the Minifuse 2, Scarlett Solo 3rd, Evo 4 and Audient iD4 MKII (and maybe Native Instruments Komplete Audio 2).

  • @FromZero2HD

    @FromZero2HD

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@TheFruitcube highly satisfied, two of my kids have the Scarlett Solo but I like the preamps in the Arturia for guitar, everything is just smoother and doesn't get nasly sounding when you crank the input gain. I just have the Minifuse 1, but I'd get the 2 for multitracking.

  • @TheFruitcube

    @TheFruitcube

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@FromZero2HD Thanks so much! I will most likely go for the Minifuse 2 in the near future.

  • @PatrickBreenMusic
    @PatrickBreenMusic2 жыл бұрын

    Bro you killed this track 🔥🔥

  • @SanjayC

    @SanjayC

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hey Patrick! Thanks so much 🙏🏼 The Cure is my favorite band!

  • @lunaticranger6305

    @lunaticranger6305

    2 жыл бұрын

    It wasn"t that bad to say he killed it. I think it was pretty good.

  • @MaxBeck
    @MaxBeck2 жыл бұрын

    I don't get why the minifuse 4 does not feature the direct monitoring while the version 1 & 2 does... Makes no sense to me..

  • @taylorduh6098
    @taylorduh6098 Жыл бұрын

    Amazing review!!!!

  • @odaily
    @odaily2 жыл бұрын

    MiniFuse 2 with 37 KeyStep, good combination :) Thank You for a review

  • @latinrecordsbeats5800
    @latinrecordsbeats58002 жыл бұрын

    I have a Motu 828 mk3 and now one m2 for my house. I am very very happy with this interfaces. Very clean pres with genenerous dinamic range! Good and clean sound And stability. For me the best. Also I had a scarlet v2.. not bad... but motu is better....

  • @philipjoshua274
    @philipjoshua2742 жыл бұрын

    Awesome Review Sanjay...💛💛😍😍

  • @SanjayC

    @SanjayC

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, Philip! :-D

  • @alfonsbarcelon
    @alfonsbarcelon10 ай бұрын

    Stuck with this video, been deciding if i'll get focusrite solo 4th gen or minifuse 2. care to help me out? i'll use it mainly for mixing, mastering and recording vocals.

  • @jonkthompson
    @jonkthompson2 жыл бұрын

    I have the Motu M2 and have love it since purchase.

  • @GrandmasterClady

    @GrandmasterClady

    Жыл бұрын

    Is it still working heard they do not last

  • @jonkthompson

    @jonkthompson

    Жыл бұрын

    @@GrandmasterClady I bought it the same month it was released and it has worked perfectly ever since. I've looked at others since and imo it is still top notch!

  • @ChaosFantasy9x
    @ChaosFantasy9x12 күн бұрын

    Where did you get your mic foam surround cover thing? : o That looks like such a great item to have to absorb acoustic noises in the background.

  • @chvtney
    @chvtney Жыл бұрын

    i tested the evo 4 and arturia minifuse 1. i had lot of problems and bad interference signals when my i phone is near to me. but with the minifuse i had nothing and just clean signal all day. shure sm 7b , fet head and minifuse 1.

  • @JaybayJay
    @JaybayJay2 жыл бұрын

    Hey Sanjay.. I'm stiĺl having a decision to make over the audio interface to get really started. I want to make sure I'm starting out right. I went with the Alesis 25 to begin and I have an old Concertmate 980 with the Roland um one mk2 you suggested. I have 3 guitars, a bass, electric and big bass acoustic and I dont want to be pulling plugs every time so I'm thinking the scarlett 816 is my answer. I dont mind spending the extra, but I would mind buying the 212 and finding out through experience I needed the 816. I like the arturia aud int but it doesn't have the same amount of inputs as the 816. I'm also going to get the Neat Bee Mic for starters, the Arturia 88 essential, a basic mixer, and the Behringer Synth Td-3-88 and the Behringer Rd-6-LM Analog drum machine to play with later but for now am I on the right track so to speak? The keyboards will all go to a USB 3.0 hub to the PC, the guitars go into the audio interface right and I guess I'll learn the rest as I go. Thanks for reading. I'm hoping I'll get the right software from each company with the scarlett aud int and the arturia keyboard and of course once I get my aud int and mic I can start really watching all your vids and stuff and learning how to make my own soundtracks and songs. I wont sub with this account cause I troll a lot of trolls I wouldn't want them following me onto your channel. My new studio, I'm thinking of calling it "Broken Piano Productions".. When you see that channel sub you you'll know it's me lol.

  • @cityboyfromthelakes9590
    @cityboyfromthelakes95902 жыл бұрын

    Your videos are so hopefully, thank you.

  • @SanjayC

    @SanjayC

    2 жыл бұрын

    Glad you like them!

  • @MaxShirshovMusic
    @MaxShirshovMusic2 жыл бұрын

    For me it's arturia for sure. Not only it looks great but it also solves a problem for me which is the lack of usb ports.

  • @MaxShirshovMusic

    @MaxShirshovMusic

    2 жыл бұрын

    Ufff but the Motu's latency though... not sure again

  • @mawo1096
    @mawo10962 жыл бұрын

    Listening in Takstar earphone through SSL2 interface. Scarlett has better dynamic range than other two. Still the king of the cheap boxes.

  • @jahzen7
    @jahzen72 жыл бұрын

    The Arturia Minifuse sounded the best. I'm trying to decide between buying the Minifuse 2 and the UA Universal Audio Volt 2-476. They both are quality products. I like that they both come bundled with nice plugins. What are you thoughts Sanjay? Thanks :)

  • @carlosserrano3985

    @carlosserrano3985

    2 жыл бұрын

    UA haven't release any specs at the moment, but the Motu M2 blows away the Arturia and Focusrite.

  • @olonoli
    @olonoli2 жыл бұрын

    What can y say about the yamaha ag?? I have a yamaha ag03 n want to do a little upgrade u think that i should aiming for one of these or would be the same ? Love your videos

  • @cerruti1881au
    @cerruti1881au2 жыл бұрын

    I received my MiniFuse 2 today. Surprisingly, it does not have a USB-C cable included.

  • @carlosserrano3985
    @carlosserrano39852 жыл бұрын

    I got the Motu M4 and I think right now is one of the best interface on the market, low latency, 60dB gain on pre-amps, -129 dB EIN and 120 dB dynamic range in outputs (Including Headphones) beautiful LCD meters, Loopback, MIDI outputs, On-Off switch, separate phantom power for each channel, direct monitor for each channel and playback/monitor mix knob. If Motu can bring the same M4 with ADAT to expand that interface, the others interfaces are doomed.

  • @jjrusy7438
    @jjrusy74382 жыл бұрын

    yes they are all nice. was the scarlett the same volume? 1 dB can make a perceived difference, but not really audible. because it did sound thinner (i listen through DCM time window speakers) i absolutely have to have input-monitor mix so i originally got a 1st gen 2i4. As a replacement, i was looking at the motu, i think from your other vid..so i would get the M4, not the M2. i like the input and output meters on the motu and i dont like the ring LED's in the scarlett. the USB cable connector has fallen apart and the input/monitor mix pot has gaps and makes noise. not dissing focusrite because this interface is like 8-10 years old, but the poor dear is tired AF lol. so ya Motu M4 is the intended replacement at this time.

  • @analogique8069
    @analogique80692 жыл бұрын

    Sanjay, have you also heard about the new Universal audio Volt series interfaces that have been announced? Would love to see you do a review on them when they come out or if you can get your hands on them early.

  • @SanjayC

    @SanjayC

    2 жыл бұрын

    Its coming soon! I have them and testing them out!

  • @denisverkhovsky8602

    @denisverkhovsky8602

    2 жыл бұрын

    This model is also interesting from UAD, I ordered one for myself, but I will receive it only at the beginning of November

  • @Only1Dharti

    @Only1Dharti

    2 жыл бұрын

    HHaha wait till you seeeee🤯