M-Audio AIR 192|8-2-In 4-Out USB Audio/MIDI Interface with Recording Software from Pro-Tools & Ableton Live, Plus Studio-Grade FX Instruments

Intuitive, works like a charm. Connected to Presonus E5, just perfect. If you are an audiophile don't buy, save and spend on hyper expensive units... I only wanted good music and it delivers. My biggest surprise was the guitar preamp, I have 2 Gibson which sounded muddy and sad on a Orange amp, Fender amp and Boss ME-80... to my surprise hooking this up with a laptop just blows away on clarity and tone. Can't recommend enough.

This thing has flat out worked and done everything I've asked of it perfectly. I has all the features I want for a small interface. -2 mic pre-amps so duets can be recorded simultaneously -MIDI in/out for inputting virtual instruments/drums using my old MIDI keyboard -low noise floor for clean recording -adequate gain for gain hungry mics (Shure SB7-B) -very low latency I love the form factor. It's not tiny. But that means I get big knobs on the top of the interface that are easy to adjust accurately. No tiny knobs on the front of a tiny interface that almost require tweezers to adjust. I use this interface on my desk and it mostly stays on my desk. If you constantly move your interface, there are smaller ones available. But I still like the features and ease of use of this form factor so would move this slightly bigger interface. I like the VU LED meters with multiple levels. Much preferred over just "Signal" and "Clip" indicators. I can more easily tell when my gain levels are where I want them to be. I love the USB/Direct knob for mixing how much direct (zero latency) sound feed and how much USB sound feed you get back from your computer. It helps to nail vocal takes while still being able to hear the track you are building on from your DAW. Much better than a switch between 100% direct or 100% USB like others interfaces have. As for 'popping' and noise mentioned in other reviews, I've not experienced this at all... EXCEPT when someone used a low quality mic or instrument cable. Good cables and solid connections gave perfect pop free sound every time. I use Reaper as my DAW so had no need for the 'lite' versions of DAWs that came with the interface. But those DAWs could certainly get you started. But Reaper @ $60 is almost free and it's way better than what's included in the box. (Even the Reaper "demo" is a fully functional version you can use as long as you wish... although they will nag you to buy.)

The M-Audio AIR 192|6 USB Audio Interface is a nice, cheaper alternative to Scarlett 4i4. Its compact design belies its powerful capabilities. With great sound quality, low latency, and versatile connectivity options, it's a must-have for musicians and producers. Solid build quality. The volume nob feels good to operate. Overall, excellent value for its price and is a great choice for both beginners and more experienced audio enthusiasts.

I've been using the M-Audio AIR 192|6 for a while now, and it's been great for my home recording setup. The sound quality is clean and detailed, and the build feels solid. I love having both XLR/TRS and line inputs, plus MIDI I/O for my gear. Setup was easy, and latency is super low. My only gripe is the headphone output could be louder, but overall, it’s a great value and perfect for small studio work. Also powered by usb so can be very portable as dont beed heavy power leads with it

As a novice musician and recording on computer, it's easy to setup and use. Excellent sound quality. Almost zero latency on recording and playback.

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