Solid State Logic UF8 Audio Interface vs Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 (4th Gen)

Solid State Logic UF8 Audio Interface vs Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 (4th Gen) compared — specs, features, and which one to buy for your setup. See the full breakdown on CreatorConfig.

Solid State Logic UF8 Audio Interface
Solid State Logic
Solid State Logic UF8 Audio Interface
$199
Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 (4th Gen)
Focusrite
Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 (4th Gen)
$199.99

The Ruling

Solid State Logic UF8 Audio Interface or Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 (4th Gen)? Evenly matched — take the Solid State Logic UF8 Audio Interface.

Nothing on the chart above separates them: on every axis the catalog can score, the two land close enough that calling a winner would be reading noise. With the specs level, $0.99 is the real difference, and the Solid State Logic UF8 Audio Interface is the cheaper side of it.

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At a Glance

Where each one actually leads

Every axis is scored out of 10 from the catalog specs below. The scores are relative to the products on this page, so a 10 means “best of these”, not “perfect”, and two identical columns mean the catalog genuinely cannot separate them. Axes the catalog holds no figure for on both sides are left off entirely rather than guessed at.

CategorySolid State Logic UF8 Audio InterfaceFocusrite Scarlett 2i2 (4th Gen)
Audio Resolution10/1010/10
Mic Inputs10/1010/10
Connectivity10/1010/10
Value10/107/10

The Split

How closely these line up

Solid State Logic UF8 Audio Interface

Desktop audio interface intended for creator workflows, microphone input, monitoring, and clean signal routing.

The two are priced the same, so price does not decide it.

Leads on

  • Nothing on the spec sheet goes this one’s way.

Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 (4th Gen)

Two-channel USB-C audio interface with studio-grade preamps for recording, streaming, and vocals.

The two are priced the same, so price does not decide it.

Leads on

  • Nothing on the spec sheet goes this one’s way.

Where they’re identical

These 6 specs are the same on both of them, so none of it is part of the decision.

  • Connection Type usb-c, xlr, trs
  • Sample Rate 192kHz
  • Bit Depth 24-bit
  • Phantom Power Yes
  • XLR Inputs 2
  • TRS Outputs 2

The Record

19 specs, grouped by area

Full specification comparison of Solid State Logic UF8 Audio Interface and Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 (4th Gen), grouped by area.
Specification
Solid State Logic
Solid State Logic UF8 Audio Interface
Focusrite
Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 (4th Gen)
Audio ResolutionEven
Sample Rate192kHz192kHz
Max Sample Rateno data192kHz
Bit Depth24-bit24-bit
PreampsNot enough data
Preamp Gainno data69dB
Dynamic Rangeno data120dB
Mic InputsEven
XLR Inputs22
MonitoringNot enough data
Headphone Outputsno data1
Direct Monitoringno dataYes
Creator FeaturesNot enough data
Loopbackno dataYes
ADAT Expansionno dataNo
MIDI I/Ono dataNone
Bundled Softwareno dataHitmaker Expansion, Ableton Live Lite, Pro Tools Intro+, Cubase LE
ConnectivityEven
TRS Outputs22
Connection Typeusb-c, xlr, trsusb-c, xlr, trs
PowerNot enough data
Bus Poweredno dataYes
Phantom PowerYesYes
BuildNot enough data
Dimensionsno data180 x 117 x 47.5 mm
Weightno data0.595 kg
CompatibilityNot enough data
Operating Systemwindows, macosno data

A group is won by whoever takes more of its rows outright. Specs the catalog cannot rank are shown but never decide a group.

Bottom Line

Who each one is for

The Solid State Logic UF8 Audio Interface is the pick on the specs the catalog holds, but “better on paper” and “right for you” are different questions. Each case below names what the product is actually good at and who that suits.

Our pick

At $199.00, the Solid State Logic UF8 Audio Interface is the most affordable option in this comparison. Offers the most spec advantages per dollar in this comparison.

Also worth knowing

  • ✓ Budget is your top priority — $0.99 less than the priciest option

Best for value-focused buyers.

The alternative
Solid Alternative

At $199.99, the Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 (4th Gen) is the priciest option — a premium pick if brand, build, or specific features matter to you. A capable option with its own strengths.

  • × Most expensive at $199.99

Also worth knowing

  • ✓ You want to capture computer audio without a second interface
  • ✓ You want it to run off USB alone, with no power adapter to carry
  • ✓ You need to hear yourself with no software latency while recording

Look elsewhere if

  • × You're on a tight budget — save $0.99 with a cheaper option

Best for open to alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main difference between Solid State Logic UF8 Audio Interface and Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 (4th Gen)?

On the specifications the catalog records, these two are near-identical: they match on 6 specs and nothing measurably separates them. Two audio interfaces from Solid State Logic and Focusrite, each taking a different approach to audio quality and I/O flexibility.

Which is better for streaming, Solid State Logic UF8 Audio Interface or Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 (4th Gen)?

Evenly matched — take the Solid State Logic UF8 Audio Interface. Nothing on the chart above separates them: on every axis the catalog can score, the two land close enough that calling a winner would be reading noise. With the specs level, $0.99 is the real difference, and the Solid State Logic UF8 Audio Interface is the cheaper side of it.

What do the Solid State Logic UF8 Audio Interface and Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 (4th Gen) have in common?

Both share 6 specifications in the catalog, including connection type (usb-c, xlr, trs), sample rate (192kHz), bit depth (24-bit) and phantom power (Yes), among others. None of those is a reason to pick one over the other.

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