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Browse the full range of audio interfaces on eBay →Inputs are what an interface is. Everything else on the box you can work around, but if it has two preamps and you want to record a drum kit, you are buying another interface. So every one here is ranked by what a single simultaneous input costs at today's used price. Lower is more channels for your money. Tap an interface to see its listings.
| Interface ↕ | Cheapest now ↕ | vs recent ↕ | Inputs at once ↕ | $ / input ↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $280 | ▲6% | 16 in | $18 best value | |
| $40 | flat | 2 in | $20 | |
| $47 | ▼4% | 2 in | $23 | |
| $65 | ▲8% | 2 in | $32 | |
| $140 | ▼7% | 4 in | $35 | |
| $70 | ▼18% | 2 in | $35 | |
| $150 | flat | 4 in | $38 | |
| $100 | ▲1% | 2 in | $50 | |
| $320 | – | 6 in | $53 | |
| $251 | ▲7% | 4 in | $63 | |
| $130 | ▼7% | 2 in | $65 | |
| $65 | ▼24% | 1 in | $65 | |
| $130 | ▼7% | 2 in | $65 | |
| $137 | ▲5% | 2 in | $68 | |
| $71 | flat | 1 in | $71 | |
| $167 | ▼5% | 2 in | $83 | |
| $1,353 | ▲35% | 12 in | $113 | |
| $1,399 | flat | 12 in | $117 | |
| $1,255 | ▲34% | 8 in | $157 | |
| $369 | ▼5% | 2 in | $184 | |
| $809 | ▼2% | 4 in | $202 |
The top row is a much larger one than the rest of this list, and $ / input always favours the biggest. Sort by Cheapest now or by Inputs at once to compare like with like.
Counting inputs says nothing about how good they sound, and it should not. An RME preamp and a budget one both count as one input here, and they are not the same input. Read the top of this table as the cheapest way to get channels, then decide how many of them need to be good ones. The Audient iD14 and the Mackie ProFX12v3 sit out: on the iD14 whether the DI records alongside both mic pres depends on the revision, and the Mackie is a twelve channel mixer whose USB side sends two.
Match the number of inputs to your needs. A solo podcaster or singer needs 1 to 2 XLR inputs, like a Scarlett Solo or 2i2. A band recording together needs 4 or more inputs, like a 4i4. Think about how many mics or instruments you record at the same time, and pick an interface with enough inputs. More inputs cost more, but an unused input is wasted money.
Check for the USB cable, power supply and driver support. Confirm it comes with the USB cable and any power supply, and check the manufacturer's website that drivers still support your operating system. Older interfaces can lose macOS or Windows support in newer OS versions, so verify this before buying. A missing cable is cheap to replace, but outdated drivers mean the interface will not work at all.
Test the preamps and phantom power. Confirm the preamps are clean (no crackle or noise through headphones), and if you need condenser mics, that phantom power (48V) works. Look for listings that mention testing or ask the seller whether they have tested all features. A faulty input on a multi-input interface can be expensive to repair.
USB bus-powered or Thunderbolt matters for your setup. USB bus-powered units are simpler and cheaper, drawing power from your computer; Thunderbolt units like the Universal Audio Apollo add onboard DSP and lower latency but cost more and require Thunderbolt on your computer. The Focusrite Scarlett line holds value well and is the safe used buy for beginners; Universal Audio and SSL interfaces have strong resale because they work reliably.
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Yes. Favour high-feedback sellers, check that it powers on and all inputs and outputs work cleanly, look for detailed photos of the actual unit, confirm the USB cable and power supply are included, and lean on eBay's Money Back Guarantee if anything arrives damaged.
XLR cables, a monitor speaker or headphones, and possibly a microphone if you don't have one. A quality XLR cable is 10-25 dollars. Budget 50-200 dollars extra for monitoring equipment if you don't already have it.
Phantom power is 48V sent through XLR cables to power condenser microphones. Not all mics need it (dynamic mics do not), but all condenser mics do. Most professional audio interfaces have a switch to turn phantom power on or off for safety. Check that it works before buying.
Yes. Older audio interfaces may no longer be supported on new versions of macOS or Windows. Before buying, check the manufacturer's website to confirm driver support for your specific operating system version. Some legacy interfaces lose compatibility after major OS updates, so verify this before purchasing.
USB bus-powered interfaces draw power from your computer's USB port and are simpler and cheaper. Thunderbolt interfaces connect via Thunderbolt and often include onboard DSP (digital signal processing) for lower latency and more processing power, but cost more. USB interfaces are ideal for beginners; Thunderbolt for professionals needing lower latency.
A daily snapshot of the lowest genuine eBay price for every model we track, and how good that price is right now versus its usual level, updated automatically. Prices last refreshed 30 August 2026 . Tap a price to see that model's cheapest listings on eBay, or tap a model name for the full live list here.
Under each model is the actual listing that price came from, so you can see whether it is the thing you want or a bundle, a variant, or an accessory that happens to share the name.
"Off retail" compares today's used price with what the model cost new. For models still on sale that is the current price; for discontinued ones it is the launch price, so it shows how far the model has depreciated rather than a discount you could get on a new one. A few models read "above" instead: they now cost more used than they did new, which is normal for a retired set or a part nobody makes any more.
| Model ↕ | Cheapest now ↕ | Off retail ↕ | vs recent |
|---|---|---|---|
PreSonus AudioBox PreSonus AudioBox USB Interface 2 Mic Phantom MIDI I/O XLR USB TRS Out | $20 | 80% off | ▼ 1% |
Focusrite Scarlett Solo Focusrite Scarlett Solo Compact (1st Gen) USB Audio Interface Mic Preamp | $47 | 71% off | ▼ 4% |
Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 USB Audio Interface FFFA00114903 | $65 | 71% off | ▲ 8% |
Universal Audio Volt Universal Audio Volt 1 USB-C Audio Interface – Excellent Condition | $75 lowest yet | 60% off | ▼ 6% |
Focusrite Scarlett 4i4 Focusrite Scarlet 4i4 3rd gen USB Audio Interface Only AMS-SCARLETT-4I4-3G | $140 | 53% off | ▼ 7% |
SSL 2 Alloy Art Fender Strut LED Market Lights Red/Smoke Chrome Harley FLST FXST SS… | $137 | 40% off | ▲ 5% |
Audient iD4 Audient iD4 USB Audio Interface 2-In/2-Out Mic Preamp Studio Recording | $130 | 35% off | ▼ 7% |
Behringer UMC22 Behringer U-PHORIA UMC22 | $40 | 32% off | steady |
MOTU M2 MOTU M2 2x2 USB-C Audio Interface | $167 | 24% off | ▼ 5% |
Arturia MiniFuse 1 Arturia MiniFuse 1 Black USB Audio Interface Desktop XLR, 1/4" TRS, Phantom | $65 lowest yet | – | ▼ 24% |
Focusrite Scarlett 2i4 Focusrite SCARLETT 2I4 1st GEN | $70 lowest yet | – | ▼ 18% |
Shure MVi Shure MVi Digital Audio Interface | $71 same 23 days | – | steady |
PreSonus Studio 24c PreSonus Studio 24c 192 kHz USB-C Audio Interface | $100 | – | steady |
Yamaha AG03MK2 YAMAHA AG03MK2 White Live Streaming Mixer - open box | $130 | – | ▼ 7% |
Native Instruments Komplete Audio 6 Native Instruments Komplete Audio 6 USB Audio Interface 6-Channel XLR TRS MIDI | $150 same 23 days | – | steady |
Audient iD14 Audient ID14 USB Audio Interface Mic Preamp TESTED from JAPAN | $190 | – | ▲ 6% |
Mackie ProFX12v3 Mackie ProFX12v3 12 Channel Professional USB Mixer Onyx Preamps GigFX In Box | $230 same 15 days | – | steady |
MOTU M4 MOTU M4 Audio Interface | $251 | – | ▲ 7% |
Tascam US-16x08 TASCAM US-16x08 USB Audio Interface w/ Phantom Power Rack Mountable | $280 | – | ▲ 6% |
Zoom F6 Zoom F6 MultiTrack Field Recorder Used Fair | $320 lowest yet | – | new |
Universal Audio Apollo Twin Universal Audio Apollo Twin SOLO MKII Thunderbolt Audio Interface with power… | $369 | – | ▼ 5% |
RME Babyface Pro FS RME Babyface Pro 24-Channel 24-Bit/192kHz USB Audio Interface - NOT FS VERSIO… | $809 | – | ▼ 2% |
RME Fireface UCX RME Fireface UCX USB Audio Interface Tested Working From Japan | $1,255 | – | ▲ 34% |
RME Fireface UFX RME Fireface UFX Audio Interface | $1,353 | – | ▲ 35% |
RME Fireface 802 RME Fireface 802 60 Channel High End 192 kHz USB Firewire Audio Interface | $1,399 same 23 days | – | steady |