igirl Posted June 13, 2023 Share Posted June 13, 2023 I've seen some input in searches but looking for more current feedback on an audio interface purchase for a new M1 MacBook Pro (2021 model 16GB memory). My old interface is a Steinberg UR22 - old being the operative word. Not Thunderbolt or USB3... and haven't been active/using it for some years. My needs are meager - simple songwriting connectivity - 2x I/O I've come across several brands/models that are both audio+MIDI interfaces. Any compromises going the all in one route? So far the short list is Universal Audio Volt 2/76 - or SSL 2+ (or 12) - cost isn't a worry though probably not looking at the really high end to start. I gravitate towards these just because the *sound* is the #1 criteria for me. (Hoping the name brand delivers more than a name sticker) Any kind of extra processing for warm analog sound - or big open tone is a bonus. If the unit can do internal processing (vs plug in) also a bonus. Bundled plug ins - big bonus but my M1 MacBook Pro is a bit of a weakling on RAM. I'll be using Logic Pro if that makes a difference. Thanks in advance for your feedback! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Bryce Posted June 14, 2023 Share Posted June 14, 2023 I’ve been using an SSL 2+ for a while now. Nothing but good things to say about it. dB 3 Quote ==> David Bryce Music • Funky Young Monks <== Professional Affiliations: Royer Labs • Music Player Network Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
igirl Posted June 14, 2023 Author Share Posted June 14, 2023 Thanks - I just decided to go for the SSL2+ - plenty of good feedback out there on it (and advice to not lean on the 4K button too much, haha). To top it off I found it brand new online for $199 - so less than I was prepared for! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anderton Posted June 15, 2023 Share Posted June 15, 2023 I don't think you'll regret your choice. The people who have them, love them. 1 Quote Craig Anderton Educational site: http://www.craiganderton.org Music: http://www.youtube.com/thecraiganderton Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/craig_anderton Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Bryce Posted June 15, 2023 Share Posted June 15, 2023 23 hours ago, igirl said: (and advice to not lean on the 4K button too much, haha). Good advice. 😁 dB Quote ==> David Bryce Music • Funky Young Monks <== Professional Affiliations: Royer Labs • Music Player Network Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KuruPrionz Posted August 28, 2023 Share Posted August 28, 2023 I have an SSL 2+, it is excellent. I would only use the 4k switch sometimes for the lead vocal, it will make it "pop out" from the mix. FWIW, I'm currently using a MOTO M6 because I wanted a few more inputs and it has 4 mic preamps and 2 line inputs. Everything is XLR or phone jacks, no RCA jacks like the SSL 2+. It does have old school MIDI 5 pin in and out and runs on USB 3. The form factor is very compact, smaller overall than the SSL and flat on the top so I can put my Tech 21 Q-Strip on it - that's an essential part of my bass tone. I'll probably keep both, they are both excellent. Quote It took a chunk of my life to get here and I am still not sure where "here" is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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