Best Audio Interfaces for DJs

This article reviews audio interfaces suited to DJ performance and streaming, covering models that include the Scarlett 2i2, Volt 276, EvermixBox5, Reloop Flux and Flux Go variants, and the RME Babyface Pro FS.

The Scarlett 2i2 is described as a two-input, two-output USB interface with a 120dB dynamic range and preamp features including Auto Gain, Clip Safe and Air.

The Volt 276 is a two-in/two-out USB interface with Vintage mode preamps and an analog compressor based on the 1176.

The EvermixBox5 is a portable interface with hardware and software that records 16-bit WAV at 44.1kHz or 48kHz, specifies a frequency response of 30Hz–20kHz, offers auto level limiting, supports live streaming, and is priced at £159.

Reloop Flux provides three RCA inputs, three outputs and an aux out for Serato internal sampler and can operate as a 24-bit/192kHz audio interface; the Flux Go is presented as a DVS interface priced around $210–$249.99 and a three-channel Flux 6×6 DVS option is listed at $449.99.

Meanwhile, the RME Babyface Pro FS features four analog inputs, two outputs, MIDI in/out, 24-bit/192kHz capability and SteadyClock FS with a listed price of $699 and an alternate USB interface option at approximately $849.

The Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 is described as a two-input, two-output USB audio interface with a 120dB dynamic range and connects via USB. It includes preamp modes labeled Auto Gain, Clip Safe and Air. The article includes quotes stating ‘Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 is reportedly the best-selling audio interface on the planet (and probably the moon and Mars and other worlds too, although we don’t have sales data for that).’, followed by ‘That’s because it’s affordable, it sounds great and it gets the job done.’ and ‘It’ll get the job done for DJs too, and that’s the important bit for today.’ A listed price for the Scarlett 2i2 is approximately $185.

The Universal Audio Volt 276 is described as a two-in/two-out USB interface. Its preamps include a Vintage mode and the unit contains an analog compressor based on the 1176. A listed price for the Volt 276 is approximately $244. The available sources do not provide this information.

The EvermixBox5 includes both hardware and software, records 16-bit WAV files at either 44.1kHz or 48kHz, and specifies a frequency response of 30Hz–20kHz in the published specifications. It includes automatic level limiting and supports live streaming as listed in the product features. The listed retail price for the EvermixBox5 is £159, as provided in the product summary.

‘Not ideal, to be sure. Enter EvermixBox5, a portable interface made squarely for DJs.’

The combination of bundled hardware and software, the stated recording format and rates, the declared frequency response and the inclusion of automatic level limiting are explicitly cited together in the EvermixBox5 product information.

The Reloop Flux is described with three RCA inputs, three outputs and an auxiliary output intended for use with Serato’s internal sampler. It is listed as capable of operating as a 24-bit/192kHz audio interface. The published product information presents these input/output specifications together with the stated high-resolution capability. The listed price for the Flux in the article is approximately $355.

The Reloop Flux Go is presented as a DVS interface with a listed price range of around $210–$249.99 depending on package. A related three-channel Flux model configured as a 6×6 DVS interface for Serato DJ Pro carries a listed price of $449.99. The article lists the Flux Go and the three-channel Flux alongside their DVS functionality and Serato compatibility. The published information does not include further technical measurements for the DVS operation beyond configuration and price listings.

The RME Babyface Pro FS features four analog inputs and two outputs and includes MIDI input and MIDI output for external control. The interface supports 24-bit/192kHz sample rates. It incorporates RME’s SteadyClock FS clocking technology. These hardware and digital specifications are presented together in the product information.

The published price for the RME Babyface Pro FS is listed at $699. An alternate USB interface option is listed at approximately $849. The two price figures are presented as separate purchase options in the product listing. The listed price options are shown together with the device’s technical specifications in the article’s product summary.

Best Audio Interfaces for DJs

Reviewed models include the Focusrite Scarlett 2i2, Universal Audio Volt 276, EvermixBox5, Reloop Flux and Flux Go variants, and the RME Babyface Pro FS.

The Scarlett 2i2 is listed as a two-input, two-output USB interface with a 120dB dynamic range and preamp modes Auto Gain, Clip Safe and Air, and a listed price of approximately $185.

The Volt 276 is listed as a two-in/two-out USB interface with Vintage mode preamps and an analog compressor based on the 1176 with a listed price of approximately $244.

The EvermixBox5 is presented as bundled hardware and software that records 16-bit WAV at 44.1kHz or 48kHz, specifies a frequency response of 30Hz–20kHz, includes automatic level limiting, supports live streaming and is listed at £159.

The Reloop Flux is described with three RCA inputs, three outputs and an auxiliary output for Serato’s internal sampler, capable of operating at 24-bit/192kHz and listed at about $355.

The Flux Go is presented as a DVS interface with a listed price of around $210–$249.99 and a three-channel 6×6 DVS Flux option is listed at $449.99.

The RME Babyface Pro FS is listed with four analog inputs, two outputs, MIDI in/out, 24-bit/192kHz support, SteadyClock FS and a listed price of $699 with an alternate USB interface option around $849.