What is the quietest midi audio interface available?
This page compares 5 midi audio interfaces with verified specifications and prices. Top options include MOTU 828, PreSonus Quantum ES 2 USB-C Audio Interface, Arturia MiniFuse 4. Prices range from £132 to £808. All data is sourced from manufacturer documentation and specialist retailers.
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MOTU 828
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£807.96 ≈ | 60 total channels | — | — | 28 | 32 | 44.1 kHz to 192 kHz | 24-bit | Approximately 2 ms round-trip at 96 kHz with a 32-sample buffer |
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The MOTU 828 is a professional 28-in/32-out USB audio interface with two mic, line and Hi-Z inputs, extensive analog and digital connectivity, MIDI, DSP mixing and onboard effects. It suits studios, producers, podcasters and musicians who need high channel counts, flexible routing and low-latency monitoring. ★ Ideal forThe MOTU 828 is a strong choice for a quiet MIDI audio interface because its mic inputs provide -114 dB THD+N and -129 dBu EIN, while its drivers achieve approximately 2 ms round-trip latency at 96 kHz.
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PreSonus Quantum ES 2 USB-C Audio Interface
US
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£147.57 ≈ | 2 inputs / 2 outputs | — | — | 2 | 2 | 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 kHz | 24-bit | — |
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The Quantum ES 2 is a compact 2x2 USB-C audio interface with two MAX-HD mic preamps, +75 dB of gain, Auto Gain, a Fender-engineered Hi-Z instrument input, and low-noise converters. It suits home-studio producers, musicians, streamers, and mobile creators who need high-quality 24-bit audio at sample rates up to 192 kHz. ★ Ideal forIt suits someone seeking the quietest MIDI audio interface because its MAX-HD preamps, low-noise converters, 113 dB microphone-input dynamic range, and custom low-latency driver are designed for clean, quiet recording and near-zero-delay monitoring.
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Arturia MiniFuse 4
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£132.08 ≈ | 4 in / 4 out | — | — | 4 | 4 | 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz, 176.4kHz, 192kHz | 24-bit | 5.9ms at 64-sample buffer |
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The Arturia MiniFuse 4 is a 4-in/4-out USB-C audio and MIDI interface with two microphone, instrument, or line combo inputs, two additional line inputs, four balanced outputs, and two headphone outputs. It suits home-studio producers, musicians, podcasters, and small recording setups that need flexible routing, MIDI connectivity, loopback, and low-latency monitoring. ★ Ideal forIt suits someone seeking a quiet MIDI audio interface because it combines MIDI DIN input and output with low-noise preamps, 110dB typical dynamic range, direct monitoring, and measured 5.9ms latency at a 64-sample buffer.
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Focusrite Clarett+ 8Pre
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£604.31 ≈ | 18 inputs / 20 outputs | — | — | 18 | 20 | 44.1 kHz to 192 kHz | 24-bit | — |
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The Focusrite Clarett+ 8Pre is an 18-in/20-out USB audio interface with eight Clarett microphone preamps, two Hi-Z instrument inputs, ADAT, S/PDIF, MIDI, and ten analogue outputs. Its 24-bit/192 kHz converters, low-noise preamps, and dual headphone outputs make it well suited to project studios, producers, and recording full bands. ★ Ideal forIt suits someone seeking a quiet MIDI audio interface because its eight preamps have a noise EIN of -129 dBu, its outputs offer up to 124 dB dynamic range, and it includes dedicated MIDI input and output connections.
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TASCAM Celesonic US-20x20
US
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£339.97 ≈ | 20 input / 20 output | — | — | 20 | 20 | 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz, 176.4 kHz, 192 kHz | 24-bit | near-zero latency |
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The TASCAM Celesonic US-20x20 is a 20-input, 20-output USB audio interface with eight Ultra-HDDA microphone preamps, ADAT, S/PDIF, MIDI, word-clock connectivity, and a built-in DSP mixer. It suits professional recording facilities, project studios, bands, and live setups requiring extensive analog and digital routing. ★ Ideal forIt suits users seeking a quiet MIDI audio interface because its eight Ultra-HDDA preamps offer -125 dBu EIN and its onboard DSP mixer provides near-zero-latency monitoring.
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