Best Audio Interfaces for Podcasting

An audio interface converts your microphone signal to digital with high-quality preamps. For podcasting, you need clean gain, low latency monitoring, and reliable drivers.

Our Picks

Focusrite Scarlett 2i2

$170

Best all-around choice. Two inputs for host + guest, Air mode for vocal clarity, USB-C bus powered.

2 inputs for interviewsAir mode for vocalsBus powered

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Focusrite Scarlett Solo

$120

Solo podcasters only need one input. Same great preamps as the 2i2, smaller footprint.

Compact form factorSame preamp qualityBudget-friendly

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Universal Audio Apollo Twin

$600

Premium option with UAD plugins including real-time vocal processing. The Neve preamp emulation is stunning on voice.

UAD plugin processingPremium convertersReal-time effects

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Pro Tips

1.For solo podcasters, a single-input interface is fine. Get a 2-input for interviews.
2.USB-C interfaces are faster and bus-powered — no wall adapter needed.
3.Enable direct monitoring on your interface so you hear yourself without latency.
4.The Scarlett Air mode adds a subtle high-frequency boost that works wonders on spoken voice.