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Focusrite Scarlett Solo
Best for solo vocalists, guitarists and beatmakers who only record one source at a time.
Search AmazonAudient EVO 4
Best if automatic gain setting and simple controls matter more than traditional knobs.
Search AmazonBehringer UMC202HD
Best strict-budget option when you need two inputs and can accept a less polished ecosystem.
Search AmazonPreSonus AudioBox-style bundles
Worth checking when the included software matters as much as the hardware.
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Look for proper headphone volume, direct monitoring, balanced outputs, current Windows/macOS support and enough inputs for the way you actually record. If you can stretch above 100, compare the Scarlett 2i2, MOTU M2 and SSL 2 because they are easier to keep long term.