UR44 vs 44VSL audio interface
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UR44 vs 44VSL audio interface
Sorry if this is a common question on this board, but I am in the market for a new audio interface.
The features I want/need are:
4 ins & 4 outs,
Midi IN/OUT,
easy headphone monitoring (for click track),
and power by USB (optional)
I am torn between these two items right now though....
Steinberg UR44
&& Presonus 44vsl
Can anyone give me some feedback on either of these items?
The features I want/need are:
4 ins & 4 outs,
Midi IN/OUT,
easy headphone monitoring (for click track),
and power by USB (optional)
I am torn between these two items right now though....
Steinberg UR44
&& Presonus 44vsl
Can anyone give me some feedback on either of these items?
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Re: UR44 vs 44VSL audio interface
I don't have experience with Presonus interfaces, although I've seen a lot of complaints about their entry-level model (22VSL) on other forums, but I don't know the specifics.
I actually own the UR44's little brother, the UR22- and that's one of the best USB interfaces you can get for under $200. Solid build, low latency, low noise, high sample rates. Probably can't go wrong with the UR44.
I actually own the UR44's little brother, the UR22- and that's one of the best USB interfaces you can get for under $200. Solid build, low latency, low noise, high sample rates. Probably can't go wrong with the UR44.
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Re: UR44 vs 44VSL audio interface
Thank you for your input!
I know both of these unit are relatively new (a year or less old). So I doubt i'll find too many people with hands-on experience with it. I've browed the usual review sites and can't find many cons against either one.
I do like that the UR44 has two extra inputs and the extra headphone input is nice b/c I plan on adding a drummer to my shows and that will help give him a click track easily.
I know both of these unit are relatively new (a year or less old). So I doubt i'll find too many people with hands-on experience with it. I've browed the usual review sites and can't find many cons against either one.
I do like that the UR44 has two extra inputs and the extra headphone input is nice b/c I plan on adding a drummer to my shows and that will help give him a click track easily.
/\/\ /\ T_T
http://www.roboBOREALIS.com
From St Petersburg, FL
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From St Petersburg, FL
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Re: UR44 vs 44VSL audio interface
I've got the UR44 and its working well here. Its not Bus-powered, but that's the only downside IMO. I've got 4 monitors so I've been playing around with multi-channel output. Much fun!
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Re: UR44 vs 44VSL audio interface
Never had any problems with presonus. I'm currently using the 44vsl with my imac and it's rock solid...
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Re: UR44 vs 44VSL audio interface
How is the pre-amp quality? Specifically for gutiar/bass direct in?cmreal04 wrote:Never had any problems with presonus. I'm currently using the 44vsl with my imac and it's rock solid...
I have an active guitar and bass, and would like to plug them in directly without a preamp of some sort. I do have Guitar Rig 5, so that will be what i run my guitar and bass through.
Follow up: How would standard SM57s sound on?
/\/\ /\ T_T
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From St Petersburg, FL
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Re: UR44 vs 44VSL audio interface
Steinberg all the way, best drivers in budget interfaces,
Re: UR44 vs 44VSL audio interface
I've only used the preamps for either a condenser mic or a turntable (also with phono) and am happy with the results...maylortaylor wrote:How is the pre-amp quality? Specifically for gutiar/bass direct in?cmreal04 wrote:Never had any problems with presonus. I'm currently using the 44vsl with my imac and it's rock solid...
I have an active guitar and bass, and would like to plug them in directly without a preamp of some sort. I do have Guitar Rig 5, so that will be what i run my guitar and bass through.
Follow up: How would standard SM57s sound on?
Ableton 9, Feeltune Rhizome, Focusrite Pro, Mpk249....
Re: UR44 vs 44VSL audio interface
Based on what?login wrote:Steinberg all the way, best drivers in budget interfaces,
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Re: UR44 vs 44VSL audio interface
I've made my decision. Thanks for all of your input.
http://www.kraftmusic.com/steinberg-ur4 ... o-pak.html
But this is such a good deal, i couldn't really pass it up.
http://www.kraftmusic.com/steinberg-ur4 ... o-pak.html
But this is such a good deal, i couldn't really pass it up.
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From St Petersburg, FL
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#roboSOLE -- https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=P ... y2JsJL8Vlw
http://www.roboBOREALIS.com
From St Petersburg, FL
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Re: UR44 vs 44VSL audio interface
Ahh no you can't pass it up, fantastic deal!maylortaylor wrote:I've made my decision. Thanks for all of your input.
http://www.kraftmusic.com/steinberg-ur4 ... o-pak.html
But this is such a good deal, i couldn't really pass it up.
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Re: UR44 vs 44VSL audio interface
I know the op already decided, but I have the presonus and no problems so far. I run the l/r channels of an HD500 into it (l channel guitar, r channel I do an octave down for guitar->bass effect). It was on saLe when I bought it and it was easy to set up. Do not regret it.