This is the best video I’ve seen so far on the id44. You’re great at showing all the functions of this gear and software. Great communication skills. Congratulations and THANK YOU for taking the time to share this. Greetings from Spain
Audient should be asking you to sign a multimillion contract with them. This video is the most perfect product walkthrough I have ever seen. Thank you so much for the extreme hardwork you put into this. Thank you for using real examples of every little detail of this interface. Cheers!
Fantastic in-depth review! I got the ID14 MKII 2 weeks ago. Very cool & awesome sounding interface. The routing is soo useful! I will be getting the ID44 in a couple of months. The freebies are the best I got with and audio interface! I was thinking of getting SoundID. Using the 6 month trial now. Damn cool!
Very excellent review - comprehensive - organized - intelligent - high production values - the whole package - a model for all reviewers. BTW I really like my iD44. It is superb.
Most comprehensive how to I’ve seen on UA-cam! Excellent work! I knew most everything about this system but I think you’ll have me utilizing the audient mixer software more.
You'll like it. It's very fast to work with since it has buttons and switches for all the controls. It's real easy to mute the mains, lay down a vocal track, bring the speakers back in, switch them around etc...
I even watch your videos when I don't have the device or plugin you're reviewing. In this case I acquired this device because of you're review. The TalkBack section killed me though 🤣. Eh eh eeeeh eh eh eeeeh... Uh uh uuuuh uh uh uuuuh 😁
@@BenoniStudio yes ive been looking for an interface upgrade and was looking at this the evo and the motu mk 5 my ming is made up and im definitely going with 44mk2. great vid and thanks for the content
Awesome video brother. Which audio interface you recommend for Mac Studio M2? Does ID 44 MKII unit’s all the features work well with Mac Studio? Your reply will be really appreciated.
Last question have id14 but the evo being rack mountable and also adat makes me almost want to get it I plan on using external preamps such as mtp66 and UA 610 and 4 4710d more anyway for vintage color with ribbons thnaks
Mac mini m1, os monterey 12.6.2, logic pro 10.7.5. Audio set to 24 bit 48 khz, round trip latency is 11.6 ms buffer size at 128. At 64 buffer size I get 8.9 ms round trip latency at 48 khz. Using the audient id44 mk1 latest driver. Not the best latency performance compared to rme audio interfaces. The headphone outputs and mic preamp gain needs alot of improvement on these the id44 interfaces. Sound quality is very good overall on audient interfaces.
Thanks for all the useful information. I'm currently thinking about buying an ID44. I have a question regarding monitoring in particular, if it is possible to use two ALT buttons at the same time? FE: the first button is for the Main monitoring control, the second one would be for the additional subwoofer, which would have the option to be turned on or off, leaving the main speakers unchanged. Thank you for the reply.
Very good video! Currently I have an Allen & Heath Zed 428 mixer and a Motu 828mk3 audio interface and the truth is that I use at most 3 channels simultaneously and it really takes up a lot of space. I'm thinking of changing all my equipment for the Audient id44 or Audient id24... my only doubt is if I'm going to get audio of the same quality. - how good is the sound quality of the audient Id44 or Id24? Thanks for sharing
The iD line uses the same Audient Console preamps and class leading converters, so the id44 and id24 should give you the same quality audio. I think the iD line sounds great. There's good detail in the low end and wonderful airy top-end. I have not used the Motu, so I don't know how they sound, but you can see the tech specs of the iD44 MKII here audient.com/products/audio-interfaces/id44/tech-specs/
@@BenoniStudio Thank you very much for taking the time to answer me! Motu sounds good, but I think it is a model from more than 10 years ago. and technology has advanced a lot, so I took a risk!
Great review, thanks for this! One question that I might have missed, is it possible to route the mixer app and Windows such that the desktop audio can play 4 channels (2 front, 2 rears) routed to the 4 analog speaker outputs? I do audio recording on the side but also use the PC for general gaming and media, so having multichannel out of Windows for surround sound sources would be awesome. If so how would you route this with the Audient mixer app? Thanks! I'm highly considering this as an option for an interface upgrade in the future.
Thanks for all the useful info! 🙏🏻 I’ve watched also all the EVO 16 video and I’d like to ask a personal opinion. I’ll need a new interface to record kinda classical music with matching SDC stereo pairs with flat response and I really need the possibility to link the gains of the pairs, 8 inputs, clean and uncoloured preamp and portability. I can’t find a direct comparison between the EVO and ID preamps, I’m just scared that the EVO could sound “cheap” 🫠 You had the luck to hear them both, do you think that the EVO 16 could do the job for me? Or the gap between the 2 is unbearable and should I keep waiting until the ID88? 😅 Thanks!
It sounds like the Evo 16 would be the way to go for you. The reason is the preamp channels can be linked and the digitally gain matched exactly. The Evo 16 doesn't sound "cheap". Yes, the iD44 preamps are technically better, but you would need to add an external preamp since you only have 4 mic pres on the iD44. If you have the money for that, go ahead with the iD44 MKII. You can get the Audient ASP880 for $1199 imp.i114863.net/LPLMBa (Sweetwater) if you want the same Audient Console preamps in an external mic pre. That unit will work with either the iD44 or Evo 16. (or any other interface with Optical) If the Evo 16 fits what you need, you won't be disappointed. But if you want higher end internal components which will make a difference (it's not drastic, but it is perceivable) then the iD44 would be the way to go if you have the money to buy the extra hardware you'll need. Just go with the one that fits the majority of your needs and budget. They are both top end interfaces for their respective price ranges. And an iD88 would be awesome 🤘
Hi. Great video. Thank you! Is there any way to hace 4 different cue mixes (A,B,C, D) and still have the stereo output (1 and 2) going to the speakers? I cant figure it out
My Audient Id14 Mixer fader dosent change the sound volume level. This is a big problem when I can’t use the mixer fader. Why this is happening? How will I adjust the mic volume by using mixer fader during setting up cue mix? Is this a Circute problem or Farmware problem??
Now. I should be able to got from mic in one into then from insert one to mic in two and then from insert to return of the first right? To get like... 110 db of pretty much absolutly clean gain? For the REALLY quite stuff?
Hello friend, I have a problem, I have this interface, and I wanted to add more channels using the ADA8200, but when connecting, everything is ok, synchronized, it generates many clicks when recording only on the ADA8200, could it be that the ADA is damaged? Because teacher I have the Audient, if I put teacher will the ADA change anything?
but the Antelope is better, it has an FPGA to handle and process its own plugins without loading the CPU at very high levels, it also has the advantage that it can have a wide range of equipment as studios were equipped in the 70s and 80s. If you don't need to expand much in the future with real analog equipment and you mostly use it to record on the PC Antelope is your best decision, the plugins moved on the Antelope raise it to a GOD level.
I personally was like you and I prefer to pay more for Zen Core just for the relief of the CPU it is already worth it and the headache that this entails
You'll have to consider how much I/O you need, that will be the deciding factor. They both pretty much have the same features, just accessed in a different way. The Evo has Smart Gain, the iD has Inserts. The Evo has modern digital controls, the iD has old school hands on switches and buttons. Just depends on what you like. 👍👍
ok a simple question I just want to do voice overs what would you suggest for that in regards to audient or anything else i need a solid one im willing to spend the money but don't mind something that can be setup for me easier
@benonistudio I have a peculiar problem I'm using id44 through protools for dubbing dialogues and routing all audio through protools and don't wish to use the internal mixer. Out 1-2 is main mix and going to speakers in I'd setup page. Out 3-4 is going to artist and Daw output. Headphone 1 is set to daw 5-6 and headphone 2 to daw 7-8 to get all the audio through protools. Artist Mic is connected to mic 1 and talkback is connected to mic 4. Now even without using input monitoring in protools or with Protools off, I'm getting the artist mic signal directly on my speakers 1-2 which I don't want. Mic 3 and 4 are going directly to output 3-4 which also I don't want. How to stop this? I am routing my sound in Protools and don't want to use the internal mixer for any routing. Please help
Hey brother a bit confused on using my ID 22 with an outboard compressor but utilizing the audient pres. Same idea here or do I need to utilize setting up output in the daw? Wouldn’t utilizing daw introduce latency like a plug-in?
I cant give recommendations on interfaces I havent used. But I would say look at the specs and see what you need. If compatibility with iPad/iOS devices is important, then you would choose the Motu. If thats not a main concern, then you'll just need to figure out which features are most important to you. It looks like the MOTU has DSP effects too. So again, you'll need to consider the features you need. If you are buying from Sweetwater, feel free to use my Sweetwater affiliate link sweetwater.sjv.io/Nk20Qq I'm sure you'll be happy with either. Just depends on how many pres you need on-board and the feature and function set you prefer.
I'm currently using spire and putting into harbinger head to get the 4 inputs . can I do this with harbinger but add mire then 4 inputs I need multiple input and right left audio and recording without computer and SD. I also need to connect to phone as well
Just got an ID44 last Thursday after studying your great video thanks.. but can you advise me on how I switch off the annoying voice that appears when I hover the mouse pointer over any button in the ID44 mixer screen. At the moment it is making the Mixer screen unusable since last Thursday. I have emailed Audient help desk last Thursday but no response as yet Regards Alan
Just to confirm I can bypass both preamps on id44 and evo16 with my acme audio mt66 and munUA solo 610? Plan on using adat to add UA 4 710d which allows me to use channel 5-8 on it to use external gear have a 1950s altec birdcage and about to buy stager sr1 ribbon just want to confirm thanks
get a MIDI to USB adapter. something like this amzn.to/44dhP2F I'm not saying it has to be that exact adapter, there are plenty out there that work the same way.
Hello, just a question and this was only for the part with OBS. When the change in the audient software to change the mic inputs from stereo to mono, would OBS pick up each mic input as mono 1,2,3 and 4? Im curious if that can be done as this is kinda a feature I'm after in audio interfaces and perma stereo channels don't help what I intend to do.
Thats all determined by the driver for Windows. The VAST majority of audio interfaces will expose themselves as Stereo channels in Windows and Mac. I think the Evo 4 and 8 show Mono channels in Windows, at least they use too. Haven't checked with the latest driver. You can still use Mono inputs in your DAW.
can it work...with work arounds...maybe. But this interface is not made for iPad since it relies on the Mixer app which is Windows and Mac only. If you want an interface for iPad, you'll need to choose something that either comes with a dedicated iPad app, or has the ability to adjust all the parameters from the unit itself - like the EVO 4
Those are two completely different audio interfaces. The Audient is $699 while the RME is $1599, so of course the RME will have more features. iD44 has 4 mic pres. The RME has 2. So you'll need an external pre-amp if you need more than 2 mic inputs simultaneously. But the RME has more line inputs Then the RME has features like recording directly to Flash Drive, and DSP for running FX latency free on the inputs. So if you need those extra features and have the money, go for the RME UCX II (my sweetwater affiliate link) imp.i114863.net/jWvmL5 or even step up to the RME Fireface UFX+ if you dont mind dropping 3k imp.i114863.net/kjEkQ0 But if you're not going to use all the features of the RME, then go for the Audient. They are both great interfaces, just depends on what you need.
Greetings, I bought this sound card but I can't get the sound out of the studio speakers. I connected the pair of monitors to outputs 1L and 2R of the Audient card. PC signal arrives at DAW 1+2 correctly. If I plug in headphones, you can hear it. I set the windows output to Analogue 1/2 (Audient iD44). What am I doing wrong? Could you please support me, I'm literally going crazy! Thanks a lot, Andrew
nice tutorial! thinck that have porblem, every time when start (pover up) id44mkll sample rate is on 96khz ? i change on 48khz , then pover of and on, again is on 96khz! some bug or have some catch?( WIN 10)
That how it works for me too on Windows 11. It will default to the highest sample rate on restart. I'm guessing this is how it's intended to work. When you open your DAW it should automatically switch to your DAW sample rate. If you don't like that action, I would suggest contacting Audient and let them know you would like it to remember the Sample Rate setting for Windows. I'm sure a drive update could do that.
I am having problems with my iD application. The reaction time of the parameters e.g. when i move a digital fader with my mouse is so slow that it gets hard to control things. Does anyone know how to fix that?
Depends on what you need and want. Of course the iD44 MKII has upgraded preamps and Converters, that's why it's $200 more and you only get 4 preamps instead of 8. If price matters, then the Evo 16 is the way to go. You'll get way more bang for your buck. If you have some extra cash to buy an external preamp (I'm assuming you need at least 8 analog inputs) then the iD44 MKII. Unless you prefer digital control, then go for the Evo 16. They are both great interfaces. They each have their positive points. If you haven't seen the Evo 16 video yet ua-cam.com/video/9UD-Wq2Ly4A/v-deo.html there it is. As I say in the video, you can make a hit song or podcast with any modern audio interface. It comes down to the features YOU need, and how much you want to spend. I mean you could go even higher end with the RME Fireface UFX+ imp.i114863.net/kjEkQ0 (Sweetwater affiliate link) if you need up to 94 I/O and MADI support. Of course you'll spend $3000 for that one 😲 It all depends on what you personally need in an audio interface.
There may be a way to with work-arounds but it's NOT officially approved for iOS. For something like that you'd go for something like the Evo 4 ua-cam.com/video/I_wuEX0qaWk/v-deo.html
Yes, it's noticeable. Of course that's what you're paying for though, higher end components. It's not going to be a life changing difference, and it won't make or break your record, but there is a difference. I find the Evo preamps to be very clean and natural, not much color at all - especially if you run them a bit lower, they sound really good. The iD range uses Audient Console grade preamps and higher end converters. There is some pleasing color, overall still natural though, great clarity, and a juicy 3D overall sound. Of course, you're not going to hear these differences without great studio monitors or headphones. So the people listening to your music though laptop speakers or a phone probably won't be able to tell either way. They both sound good. The iD preamps are technically better. Some people don't like the sound of Audient Console preamps, others do. Unfortunately you really need to hear them for yourself to understand what I mean. I would base your decision on how much I/O you need. Also keep in mind Evo just released the Evo SP8, and you can use it with the iD44 to expand your IO and also get Smartgain in your setup. Then you'll have choices for preamp colors.
Awesome this was exactly what Info I needed. I knew the id has better pre amps. One more question I have a presonus 1818 Xmax pres (2013). Would the evo be a step up in quality or more a lateral move. I think I may just go ID44 as I have several adat expanders already. Thanks my friend. Appreciate your hard work!!!
@@justinreynolds3935 Thats a tough one. They are different in sound, but not by much. I'd say the XMAX pres are pretty clean with hardly any color, just like the Evo pre amps - but they both sound slightly different. You wouldn't really hear it unless you REALLY listen to some A/B tests, but I think they are slightly different. I have the Presonus 1824c. From a spec standpoint the Evo pres are technically "better" in some areas because they can capture a larger frequency range (10hz-40Khz) THD+N is also slightly lower on the Evo pres. BUT! The XMAX have a much larger gain range of 80dB vs 58dB on the evo. BUT AGAIN!!! Keep in mind alot of that range is MINUS gain. So the XMAX can turn DOWN the gain -15dB and the Evo -8db. HOWEVER!!!! The XMAX do have more usable gain at +65dB vs +50dB for the Evo pres. On the other hand, the iD pres have a 60dB gain range from 0 to +60 for Mic gain. And an even wider frequency response (10Hz-65kHz)
Dude you answered everything to a tee. Thanks 🙏. Much appreciated. I have some decisions to make. Thinking of ID44mkii just for the better pres and built in DI being easy. Plus the inserts are very useful. Thanks Sir!
@@justinreynolds3935 The inserts are really cool. And if you want Smartgain, you can always add the Evo SP8 to your system, plus you'll get 8 more outputs. That's my current setup, iD44 MKII + Evo SP8 💪 If you happen to be buying from Sweetwater here's my affiliate links iD44 MKII imp.i114863.net/b3Jqvg Evo SP8 imp.i114863.net/vnXAay Or if you prefer Amazon: iD44 MKII amzn.to/3iXD5rA Evo SP8 amzn.to/3j2wcW3 👍
This is an hour long video. I could have created 30 different videos, one for each chapter and you would have had double the amount of ads. This video also took a month to create, and I have lost money creating it. I am not getting rich from UA-cam videos. I would have made more money working a minimum wage job instead of making this video, dramatically more. You can always subscribe to UA-cam premium and you won't see any ads. I don't like ads either, but this stuff isn't free. If I cant make a few bucks then I'll just make nothing. I don't have a large corporation funding my channel like some other channels do, and I'm bringing you information for free that most people have to go to music college for and spend about $10K+ for tuition. This channel is not about opinion like many music based channels are. It's easy to make a 3 minute video saying what you like about a plugin or just talking to a camera. Thats not what we do here. The amount of ads for this video have been adjusted to be HALF what you would see if you watched an equivalent amount of videos in minutes that are 3 minutes long, which is about the average. The only other option I have is to move these video behind a pay wall and charge a subscription fee like Groove3 or similar do. Would you prefer subscribing for $5 a month for access to all benonistudio videos? There would be no ads. If people prefer that I can switch this over to a subscription channel if you guys would like that better. Or I can start making short videos instead of a single video with chapters. I figured a single long video would be easier for people, but if several short videos is easier to consume, it's no problem on my end.
@@BenoniStudio Can't please em all, especially on YT my man. But hey, I loved the video. I've had an id22 for a couple of years and I've been pleased thus far. However, I do think of upgrading to RME or the like here and there. Either way, you make the most thorough Audient specific videos I've come across for the interfaces. It's much appreciated.
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Here's the TIMECODE:
0:00 - Intro
1:43 - Unboxing
2:58 - iD44 MKII Unit Overview
6:58 - The Juicy Mic Pre-Amps
13:01 - Get The iD44 Driver
13:27 - Connect the iD44 to the Computer
14:11 - Register & Free Software
14:54 - Computer Audio
16:04 - iD App
16:38 - iD Mixer Overview
20:31 - iD Mixer & Routing
27:00 - Speaker Switching (ALT Speaker)
28:14 - Mono Mode
28:39 - DIM
29:12 - Mute (CUT)
29:28 - Phantom Power
29:56 - Setup a CUE Mix
32:49 - Talkback
34:14 - Scroll Control
35:44 - Inserts (Sends & Returns)
39:30 - Optical I/O
41:01 - Record a Microphone
43:20 - Record a Guitar
44:51 - Add a Headphone Amp
47:34 - Loopback Overview
49:26 - Loopback: Record Computer Audio into DAW
51:24 - Loopback: Route DAW Audio into OBS/Streaming App
54:48 - Loopback with OBS on Mac
58:19 - Final Thoughts
Buy the iD44 MKII:
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(Amazon) amzn.to/3bzTqz0
Checkout the EVO 16 video
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I would get a RODECaster Pro II instead 😂
This should be the 44’s manual! Audient should pay you for doing this!
This is the best video I’ve seen so far on the id44. You’re great at showing all the functions of this gear and software. Great communication skills. Congratulations and THANK YOU for taking the time to share this. Greetings from Spain
Audient should be asking you to sign a multimillion contract with them. This video is the most perfect product walkthrough I have ever seen. Thank you so much for the extreme hardwork you put into this. Thank you for using real examples of every little detail of this interface. Cheers!
ha thanks. its a great interface and the one i personally use everyday.
Wow. Easily the best walkthrough video of any product I’ve yet seen. I ordered the id44 at about the 1/3 point of this video. :)
Fantastic in-depth review! I got the ID14 MKII 2 weeks ago. Very cool & awesome sounding interface. The routing is soo useful! I will be getting the ID44 in a couple of months.
The freebies are the best I got with and audio interface! I was thinking of getting SoundID. Using the 6 month trial now. Damn cool!
i love this video so much because you explained the interface in all its features. Thank you so much
Very excellent review - comprehensive - organized - intelligent - high production values - the whole package - a model for all reviewers. BTW I really like my iD44. It is superb.
very detailed video mate. Well done. Thanks for taking the time to make this. It's valued.
what a comprehensive video. I might buy this bcuz of the video manual...too difficult figuring out equipment lately. definitely subbing.
Most comprehensive how to I’ve seen on UA-cam! Excellent work! I knew most everything about this system but I think you’ll have me utilizing the audient mixer software more.
DAW Thru.... thank you!! Was scratching my head trying to route my outboard gear
Good Sir, you are ever so well spoken. Your vids are top notch. I have the first id44, but this video applies perfectly. Thank you.
👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻үлкен рахмет! Thank you!Greeting from Kazakhstan!
very thorough and clear, thanks !
Thanks for making this review. Very thorough and insightful.
This really seems like the one to beat. Great review👍🏾
This is the best step-by-step gear demo/tutorial I have ever seen. Thanks!!
Thank you for the video, I have just got an ID44 and it is incredible but this video is so great for just seeing all of the features!
you deserve 999M subscribers ! Love the vidéos !
this is the best review
These are great in-depth videos. Helps a lot with buying decisions.
Very nice video to watch,thank you for making this,helped me a lot
i got the old id22 and wont trade it for anything new out there on this price range
Great Video and Information. I really enjoyed the information and it has helped me get to know better the ID44 MKII. Thank you.
Good stuff man. I like you style. I think I’m gonna buy this thing now. Thanks for your work!
ok i had to watch this again. sweetwater finally got some of these in and mine will be arriving tommorow and i cannot wait to give it a go
You'll like it. It's very fast to work with since it has buttons and switches for all the controls. It's real easy to mute the mains, lay down a vocal track, bring the speakers back in, switch them around etc...
I even watch your videos when I don't have the device or plugin you're reviewing. In this case I acquired this device because of you're review.
The TalkBack section killed me though 🤣. Eh eh eeeeh eh eh eeeeh... Uh uh uuuuh uh uh uuuuh 😁
Great Vid brother, really, very very informative for someone looking to buy a audio interface,,,,,like myself 😆
Thanks a lot. This video is very helpful for me !
you are a great man and very creative
great review....its time to upgrade my trusty scarlett and im convinced this is the one to go wiht....thanks for the content
The Scarletts are nice interfaces. I have the 18i8 gen3. But I do prefer the iD44 preamps.
@@BenoniStudio yes ive been looking for an interface upgrade and was looking at this the evo and the motu mk 5 my ming is made up and im definitely going with 44mk2. great vid and thanks for the content
Super helpful video, thanks a lot!
Hi, this is excellent work , ty. did you try the id24?
Great review!
Awesome video brother. Which audio interface you recommend for Mac Studio M2? Does ID 44 MKII unit’s all the features work well with Mac Studio? Your reply will be really appreciated.
amazing job ... well done
Last question have id14 but the evo being rack mountable and also adat makes me almost want to get it I plan on using external preamps such as mtp66 and UA 610 and 4 4710d more anyway for vintage color with ribbons thnaks
Mac mini m1, os monterey 12.6.2, logic pro 10.7.5. Audio set to 24 bit 48 khz, round trip latency is 11.6 ms buffer size at 128. At 64 buffer size I get 8.9 ms round trip latency at 48 khz. Using the audient id44 mk1 latest driver. Not the best latency performance compared to rme audio interfaces. The headphone outputs and mic preamp gain needs alot of improvement on these the id44 interfaces. Sound quality is very good overall on audient interfaces.
Que buen video!! Gracias!!
thank you
Now i know which interface is the best for me. Thanks a lot!
Thanks for all the useful information. I'm currently thinking about buying an ID44. I have a question regarding monitoring in particular, if it is possible to use two ALT buttons at the same time? FE: the first button is for the Main monitoring control, the second one would be for the additional subwoofer, which would have the option to be turned on or off, leaving the main speakers unchanged. Thank you for the reply.
thanks!
Didnt get any output sound i min headphone.
Turnsout you have to turn up the nobs in the idMixer to help that 16:30
I see a familiar amp sim ;)
Not many interfaces under the iD44's price point offer +18dBu on the main outputs.
Very good video! Currently I have an Allen & Heath Zed 428 mixer and a Motu 828mk3 audio interface and the truth is that I use at most 3 channels simultaneously and it really takes up a lot of space. I'm thinking of changing all my equipment for the Audient id44 or Audient id24... my only doubt is if I'm going to get audio of the same quality. - how good is the sound quality of the audient Id44 or Id24? Thanks for sharing
The iD line uses the same Audient Console preamps and class leading converters, so the id44 and id24 should give you the same quality audio.
I think the iD line sounds great. There's good detail in the low end and wonderful airy top-end.
I have not used the Motu, so I don't know how they sound, but you can see the tech specs of the iD44 MKII here audient.com/products/audio-interfaces/id44/tech-specs/
@@BenoniStudio Thank you very much for taking the time to answer me!
Motu sounds good, but I think it is a model from more than 10 years ago. and technology has advanced a lot, so I took a risk!
Great review, thanks for this! One question that I might have missed, is it possible to route the mixer app and Windows such that the desktop audio can play 4 channels (2 front, 2 rears) routed to the 4 analog speaker outputs? I do audio recording on the side but also use the PC for general gaming and media, so having multichannel out of Windows for surround sound sources would be awesome. If so how would you route this with the Audient mixer app?
Thanks! I'm highly considering this as an option for an interface upgrade in the future.
Juicy ////////////////////////// Looking this up in a technical dictonary
Please reach out to Audient, Hope they Fix the DI bypass for MKIII model. 4 mics and two instruments at once would be awesome.
So what I’m hearing is ID44 over Apollo Twin X
what is that external LED levels meter tho! my ZenQ USB display is soooo dimm, need to pick that level meter unit up today !
If I want to use my D.I. (for example the Radial J48) what should I use? The line input or the instrument/guitar input?
🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Thanks for all the useful info! 🙏🏻
I’ve watched also all the EVO 16 video and I’d like to ask a personal opinion.
I’ll need a new interface to record kinda classical music with matching SDC stereo pairs with flat response and I really need the possibility to link the gains of the pairs, 8 inputs, clean and uncoloured preamp and portability.
I can’t find a direct comparison between the EVO and ID preamps, I’m just scared that the EVO could sound “cheap” 🫠
You had the luck to hear them both, do you think that the EVO 16 could do the job for me? Or the gap between the 2 is unbearable and should I keep waiting until the ID88? 😅
Thanks!
It sounds like the Evo 16 would be the way to go for you. The reason is the preamp channels can be linked and the digitally gain matched exactly. The Evo 16 doesn't sound "cheap".
Yes, the iD44 preamps are technically better, but you would need to add an external preamp since you only have 4 mic pres on the iD44. If you have the money for that, go ahead with the iD44 MKII. You can get the Audient ASP880 for $1199 imp.i114863.net/LPLMBa (Sweetwater) if you want the same Audient Console preamps in an external mic pre.
That unit will work with either the iD44 or Evo 16. (or any other interface with Optical)
If the Evo 16 fits what you need, you won't be disappointed. But if you want higher end internal components which will make a difference (it's not drastic, but it is perceivable) then the iD44 would be the way to go if you have the money to buy the extra hardware you'll need.
Just go with the one that fits the majority of your needs and budget. They are both top end interfaces for their respective price ranges.
And an iD88 would be awesome 🤘
@@BenoniStudio Thank you so much 🙏🏻✨
Hi. Great video. Thank you! Is there any way to hace 4 different cue mixes (A,B,C, D) and still have the stereo output (1 and 2) going to the speakers? I cant figure it out
Can you run guitar pedals through the inserts (send and return)?
Can we use a cloudlifter in this audiointerface with sm58?
Hi. Can we record without latency with a some kind of reverb without printing it on DAW? Thanks...:)
My Audient Id14 Mixer fader dosent change the sound volume level. This is a big problem when I can’t use the mixer fader. Why this is happening? How will I adjust the mic volume by using mixer fader during setting up cue mix?
Is this a Circute problem or Farmware problem??
Now. I should be able to got from mic in one into then from insert one to mic in two and then from insert to return of the first right? To get like... 110 db of pretty much absolutly clean gain? For the REALLY quite stuff?
Hello friend, I have a problem, I have this interface, and I wanted to add more channels using the ADA8200, but when connecting, everything is ok, synchronized, it generates many clicks when recording only on the ADA8200, could it be that the ADA is damaged? Because teacher I have the Audient, if I put teacher will the ADA change anything?
Someone has already compared it with the zen antelope Q, especially AD/DA conversion
but the Antelope is better, it has an FPGA to handle and process its own plugins without loading the CPU at very high levels, it also has the advantage that it can have a wide range of equipment as studios were equipped in the 70s and 80s.
If you don't need to expand much in the future with real analog equipment and you mostly use it to record on the PC Antelope is your best decision, the plugins moved on the Antelope raise it to a GOD level.
I personally was like you and I prefer to pay more for Zen Core
just for the relief of the CPU it is already worth it and the headache that this entails
Could you tell me if there is any audio delay while you're speaking into the microphone and listening to headphones to monitor?
My 2i4 is starting to die out, trying to figure out if I should go for this or the evo 16. Any thoughts on deciding between the two?
You'll have to consider how much I/O you need, that will be the deciding factor. They both pretty much have the same features, just accessed in a different way. The Evo has Smart Gain, the iD has Inserts. The Evo has modern digital controls, the iD has old school hands on switches and buttons. Just depends on what you like. 👍👍
Does a return replace a dry signal? or you can record in parallel with a separate dry channel. How it works?
ok a simple question I just want to do voice overs what would you suggest for that in regards to audient or anything else i need a solid one im willing to spend the money but don't mind something that can be setup for me easier
Ad da converter of apollo twin x vs id 44 mk2?
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I have a peculiar problem
I'm using id44 through protools for dubbing dialogues and routing all audio through protools and don't wish to use the internal mixer.
Out 1-2 is main mix and going to speakers in I'd setup page.
Out 3-4 is going to artist and Daw output.
Headphone 1 is set to daw 5-6 and headphone 2 to daw 7-8 to get all the audio through protools.
Artist Mic is connected to mic 1 and talkback is connected to mic 4.
Now even without using input monitoring in protools or with Protools off, I'm getting the artist mic signal directly on my speakers 1-2 which I don't want.
Mic 3 and 4 are going directly to output 3-4 which also I don't want.
How to stop this?
I am routing my sound in Protools and don't want to use the internal mixer for any routing. Please help
Hey brother a bit confused on using my ID 22 with an outboard compressor but utilizing the audient pres. Same idea here or do I need to utilize setting up output in the daw? Wouldn’t utilizing daw introduce latency like a plug-in?
Hi, 1 question. Which one? Motu Ultralite MK5 or Audient ID44 mkII
I cant give recommendations on interfaces I havent used. But I would say look at the specs and see what you need. If compatibility with iPad/iOS devices is important, then you would choose the Motu. If thats not a main concern, then you'll just need to figure out which features are most important to you.
It looks like the MOTU has DSP effects too. So again, you'll need to consider the features you need. If you are buying from Sweetwater, feel free to use my Sweetwater affiliate link sweetwater.sjv.io/Nk20Qq I'm sure you'll be happy with either. Just depends on how many pres you need on-board and the feature and function set you prefer.
Hello. Can you please advise how will i connect a multieffects pedal to id44. For example: headrush mx5 connect to id44. Thanks
I'm currently using spire and putting into harbinger head to get the 4 inputs . can I do this with harbinger but add mire then 4 inputs I need multiple input and right left audio and recording without computer and SD. I also need to connect to phone as well
What impedance of headphones should I use with it?
Just got an ID44 last Thursday after studying your great video thanks.. but can you advise me on how I switch off the annoying voice that appears when I hover the mouse pointer over any button in the ID44 mixer screen. At the moment it is making the Mixer screen unusable since last Thursday. I have emailed Audient help desk last Thursday but no response as yet
Regards
Alan
a voice? It sounds like maybe you turned on some accessibility features in your OS.
Just to confirm I can bypass both preamps on id44 and evo16 with my acme audio mt66 and munUA solo 610? Plan on using adat to add UA 4 710d which allows me to use channel 5-8 on it to use external gear have a 1950s altec birdcage and about to buy stager sr1 ribbon just want to confirm thanks
ADAT is digital so it wouldn't running through the pre-amps.
I want to use a midi controller (FCB 1010) but my ID44mk2 has not midi in/out. Any thoughts?
get a MIDI to USB adapter. something like this amzn.to/44dhP2F I'm not saying it has to be that exact adapter, there are plenty out there that work the same way.
So those metal amp plugins come with the Audient software?
No. Those are separate purchases.
@@BenoniStudio linky?
those are all from Plugin Alliance
Hello, just a question and this was only for the part with OBS.
When the change in the audient software to change the mic inputs from stereo to mono, would OBS pick up each mic input as mono 1,2,3 and 4?
Im curious if that can be done as this is kinda a feature I'm after in audio interfaces and perma stereo channels don't help what I intend to do.
Thats all determined by the driver for Windows. The VAST majority of audio interfaces will expose themselves as Stereo channels in Windows and Mac. I think the Evo 4 and 8 show Mono channels in Windows, at least they use too. Haven't checked with the latest driver.
You can still use Mono inputs in your DAW.
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ipad ready - is it class compliant - work with 10th gen ipa d?
can it work...with work arounds...maybe. But this interface is not made for iPad since it relies on the Mixer app which is Windows and Mac only. If you want an interface for iPad, you'll need to choose something that either comes with a dedicated iPad app, or has the ability to adjust all the parameters from the unit itself - like the EVO 4
@@BenoniStudio THank you - very helpful- i iwll check out the evo 4
I would change my Audient id44 mk1 , my choices are RME UCX II OR AUDIENT ID44 MK II , Wich do you prefer?
Those are two completely different audio interfaces. The Audient is $699 while the RME is $1599, so of course the RME will have more features.
iD44 has 4 mic pres. The RME has 2. So you'll need an external pre-amp if you need more than 2 mic inputs simultaneously. But the RME has more line inputs
Then the RME has features like recording directly to Flash Drive, and DSP for running FX latency free on the inputs.
So if you need those extra features and have the money, go for the RME UCX II (my sweetwater affiliate link) imp.i114863.net/jWvmL5
or even step up to the RME Fireface UFX+ if you dont mind dropping 3k imp.i114863.net/kjEkQ0
But if you're not going to use all the features of the RME, then go for the Audient.
They are both great interfaces, just depends on what you need.
@@BenoniStudio the converter and preamp on Audient are good than RME? I don't need this feature
How to do 5.1 Mixing in this??
Greetings,
I bought this sound card but I can't get the sound out of the studio speakers. I connected the pair of monitors to outputs 1L and 2R of the Audient card. PC signal arrives at DAW 1+2 correctly. If I plug in headphones, you can hear it. I set the windows output to Analogue 1/2 (Audient iD44).
What am I doing wrong? Could you please support me, I'm literally going crazy! Thanks a lot, Andrew
Check the Sample Rate and make sure it matches what you have set in Windows.
What is that cool meter under your monitor?!
You mean these amzn.to/3dAxMLO or the light bars?
Those! So not an exact db meter… but still cool! These are on my stocking stuff list for Christmas ❤️ thank you
nice tutorial! thinck that have porblem, every time when start (pover up) id44mkll sample rate is on 96khz ? i change on 48khz , then pover of and on, again is on 96khz! some bug or have some catch?( WIN 10)
That how it works for me too on Windows 11. It will default to the highest sample rate on restart. I'm guessing this is how it's intended to work. When you open your DAW it should automatically switch to your DAW sample rate. If you don't like that action, I would suggest contacting Audient and let them know you would like it to remember the Sample Rate setting for Windows. I'm sure a drive update could do that.
@@BenoniStudio thank you!!!
could you please provide some latency data ? thnx a lot 🤘
Latency specs are at the bottom of this page audient.com/products/audio-interfaces/id44/tech-specs/
@@BenoniStudio thanx a lot man !
Funciona con un laptop asus ?
I am having problems with my iD application. The reaction time of the parameters e.g. when i move a digital fader with my mouse is so slow that it gets hard to control things. Does anyone know how to fix that?
Try a different USB port.
@@BenoniStudio that worked, yet i don't understand why, becuase before i plugged it into a USB 3.1 port. But only 3.0 seems to work
Audient iD44 MKII Vs Audient Evo 16...?
Depends on what you need and want. Of course the iD44 MKII has upgraded preamps and Converters, that's why it's $200 more and you only get 4 preamps instead of 8. If price matters, then the Evo 16 is the way to go. You'll get way more bang for your buck. If you have some extra cash to buy an external preamp (I'm assuming you need at least 8 analog inputs) then the iD44 MKII.
Unless you prefer digital control, then go for the Evo 16.
They are both great interfaces. They each have their positive points.
If you haven't seen the Evo 16 video yet ua-cam.com/video/9UD-Wq2Ly4A/v-deo.html there it is.
As I say in the video, you can make a hit song or podcast with any modern audio interface. It comes down to the features YOU need, and how much you want to spend. I mean you could go even higher end with the RME Fireface UFX+ imp.i114863.net/kjEkQ0 (Sweetwater affiliate link) if you need up to 94 I/O and MADI support. Of course you'll spend $3000 for that one 😲
It all depends on what you personally need in an audio interface.
Does it work with Ipad or ios?
There may be a way to with work-arounds but it's NOT officially approved for iOS. For something like that you'd go for something like the Evo 4 ua-cam.com/video/I_wuEX0qaWk/v-deo.html
This or the evo preamps??? Are they really that noticeably different???
Yes, it's noticeable. Of course that's what you're paying for though, higher end components. It's not going to be a life changing difference, and it won't make or break your record, but there is a difference. I find the Evo preamps to be very clean and natural, not much color at all - especially if you run them a bit lower, they sound really good. The iD range uses Audient Console grade preamps and higher end converters. There is some pleasing color, overall still natural though, great clarity, and a juicy 3D overall sound.
Of course, you're not going to hear these differences without great studio monitors or headphones. So the people listening to your music though laptop speakers or a phone probably won't be able to tell either way.
They both sound good. The iD preamps are technically better. Some people don't like the sound of Audient Console preamps, others do. Unfortunately you really need to hear them for yourself to understand what I mean.
I would base your decision on how much I/O you need.
Also keep in mind Evo just released the Evo SP8, and you can use it with the iD44 to expand your IO and also get Smartgain in your setup. Then you'll have choices for preamp colors.
Awesome this was exactly what Info I needed. I knew the id has better pre amps. One more question I have a presonus 1818 Xmax pres (2013). Would the evo be a step up in quality or more a lateral move. I think I may just go ID44 as I have several adat expanders already. Thanks my friend. Appreciate your hard work!!!
@@justinreynolds3935 Thats a tough one. They are different in sound, but not by much. I'd say the XMAX pres are pretty clean with hardly any color, just like the Evo pre amps - but they both sound slightly different. You wouldn't really hear it unless you REALLY listen to some A/B tests, but I think they are slightly different. I have the Presonus 1824c.
From a spec standpoint the Evo pres are technically "better" in some areas because they can capture a larger frequency range (10hz-40Khz) THD+N is also slightly lower on the Evo pres.
BUT! The XMAX have a much larger gain range of 80dB vs 58dB on the evo.
BUT AGAIN!!! Keep in mind alot of that range is MINUS gain. So the XMAX can turn DOWN the gain -15dB and the Evo -8db.
HOWEVER!!!! The XMAX do have more usable gain at +65dB vs +50dB for the Evo pres.
On the other hand, the iD pres have a 60dB gain range from 0 to +60 for Mic gain. And an even wider frequency response (10Hz-65kHz)
Dude you answered everything to a tee. Thanks 🙏. Much appreciated. I have some decisions to make. Thinking of ID44mkii just for the better pres and built in DI being easy. Plus the inserts are very useful. Thanks Sir!
@@justinreynolds3935 The inserts are really cool. And if you want Smartgain, you can always add the Evo SP8 to your system, plus you'll get 8 more outputs. That's my current setup, iD44 MKII + Evo SP8 💪 If you happen to be buying from Sweetwater here's my affiliate links iD44 MKII imp.i114863.net/b3Jqvg Evo SP8 imp.i114863.net/vnXAay
Or if you prefer Amazon: iD44 MKII amzn.to/3iXD5rA Evo SP8 amzn.to/3j2wcW3
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Where is Midi I\O ?(
None on the unit. The majority of MIDI gear today uses a USB connection anyway, so most folk don't need MIDI on the audio interface.
you talk like its for noobies and I like it hahaha
Too many adds man!
This is an hour long video. I could have created 30 different videos, one for each chapter and you would have had double the amount of ads. This video also took a month to create, and I have lost money creating it. I am not getting rich from UA-cam videos. I would have made more money working a minimum wage job instead of making this video, dramatically more.
You can always subscribe to UA-cam premium and you won't see any ads.
I don't like ads either, but this stuff isn't free. If I cant make a few bucks then I'll just make nothing. I don't have a large corporation funding my channel like some other channels do, and I'm bringing you information for free that most people have to go to music college for and spend about $10K+ for tuition.
This channel is not about opinion like many music based channels are. It's easy to make a 3 minute video saying what you like about a plugin or just talking to a camera. Thats not what we do here.
The amount of ads for this video have been adjusted to be HALF what you would see if you watched an equivalent amount of videos in minutes that are 3 minutes long, which is about the average.
The only other option I have is to move these video behind a pay wall and charge a subscription fee like Groove3 or similar do.
Would you prefer subscribing for $5 a month for access to all benonistudio videos? There would be no ads. If people prefer that I can switch this over to a subscription channel if you guys would like that better.
Or I can start making short videos instead of a single video with chapters. I figured a single long video would be easier for people, but if several short videos is easier to consume, it's no problem on my end.
@@BenoniStudio Can't please em all, especially on YT my man. But hey, I loved the video. I've had an id22 for a couple of years and I've been pleased thus far. However, I do think of upgrading to RME or the like here and there. Either way, you make the most thorough Audient specific videos I've come across for the interfaces. It's much appreciated.