Solid State Logic UF8 Audio Interface vs Mackie Onyx Artist 1x2

Get the Solid State Logic UF8 Audio Interface, narrowly. The Solid State Logic UF8 Audio Interface wins Mic Inputs, but only just, and the rest of the...

Solid State Logic UF8 Audio Interface
Solid State Logic
Solid State Logic UF8 Audio Interface
$199
Mackie Onyx Artist 1x2
Mackie
Mackie Onyx Artist 1x2
$59.95

The Ruling

Solid State Logic UF8 Audio Interface or Mackie Onyx Artist 1x2? Get the Solid State Logic UF8 Audio Interface, narrowly.

The Solid State Logic UF8 Audio Interface wins Mic Inputs — but only just, and the rest of the chart is close. It is the pricier of the two at $199, so the Mackie Onyx Artist 1x2 stays the pick if $139.05 matters more than those specs.

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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 InterfaceMackie Onyx Artist 1x2
Audio Resolution10/1010/10
Mic Inputs10/105/10
Connectivity10/1010/10
Value3/1010/10

The Split

What each one wins

Solid State Logic UF8 Audio Interface

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

On paper the Solid State Logic UF8 Audio Interface takes XLR inputs (2, +1). It concedes nothing measurable on the sheet. That costs $139.05 more than the Mackie Onyx Artist 1x2.

Leads on

  • XLR Inputs +1
    2
    1

    More XLR inputs let you record multiple microphones simultaneously.

Mackie Onyx Artist 1x2

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

It gives up XLR inputs to the Solid State Logic UF8 Audio Interface. It is the cheaper of the two, by $139.05.

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
  • Operating System windows, macos
  • Sample Rate 192kHz
  • Bit Depth 24-bit
  • Phantom Power Yes
  • TRS Outputs 2

The Record

19 specs, grouped by area

Full specification comparison of Solid State Logic UF8 Audio Interface and Mackie Onyx Artist 1x2, grouped by area.
Specification
Solid State Logic
Solid State Logic UF8 Audio Interface
Mackie
Mackie Onyx Artist 1x2
Audio ResolutionEven
Sample Rate192kHz192kHz
Max Sample Rateno datano data
Bit Depth24-bit24-bit
PreampsNot enough data
Preamp Gainno datano data
Dynamic Rangeno datano data
Mic InputsSolid State Logic UF8 Audio Interface
XLR Inputs✓ 21
MonitoringNot enough data
Headphone Outputsno data1
Direct Monitoringno dataYes
Creator FeaturesNot enough data
Loopbackno dataNo
ADAT Expansionno dataNo
MIDI I/Ono dataNone
Bundled Softwareno datano data
ConnectivityEven
TRS Outputs22
Connection Typeusb-c, xlr, trsusb-c, xlr, trs
PowerNot enough data
Bus Poweredno dataYes
Phantom PowerYesYes
BuildNot enough data
Dimensionsno datano data
Weightno data0.5 kg
CompatibilityNot enough data
Operating Systemwindows, macoswindows, macos

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
Best ValuePremium PickMost ConnectivityBest for Multi-mic

The Solid State Logic UF8 Audio Interface is the priciest at $199.00, but leads on specs where it counts. It leads in XLR inputs (2). Offers the most spec advantages per dollar in this comparison.

  • + More XLR inputs (2 vs 1)

Also worth knowing

  • ✓ You need 2 XLR inputs for recording multiple sources

Look elsewhere if

  • × You're on a tight budget — save $139.05 with a cheaper option

Best for value-focused buyers, professionals who want the best, complex setup builders.

The alternative
Budget Pick

At $59.95, the Mackie Onyx Artist 1x2 is the most affordable option — 70% less than the priciest pick. It trades raw specs for a simpler, more focused experience. Covers the essentials without stretching your budget.

  • × Fewer XLR inputs (1 vs 2)

Also worth knowing

  • ✓ Budget is your top priority — $139.05 less than the priciest option
  • ✓ 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 plan to record multiple microphones simultaneously

Best for budget-conscious creators.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main difference between Solid State Logic UF8 Audio Interface and Mackie Onyx Artist 1x2?

The largest gap is XLR inputs, where the Solid State Logic UF8 Audio Interface leads — 2 against 1. Across the catalog's specification sheet the two differ on 1 spec. They match on 6 specs, including connection type, operating system and sample rate. Two audio interfaces from Solid State Logic and Mackie, each taking a different approach to audio quality and I/O flexibility.

Which is better for streaming, Solid State Logic UF8 Audio Interface or Mackie Onyx Artist 1x2?

Get the Solid State Logic UF8 Audio Interface, narrowly. The Solid State Logic UF8 Audio Interface wins Mic Inputs — but only just, and the rest of the chart is close. It is the pricier of the two at $199, so the Mackie Onyx Artist 1x2 stays the pick if $139.05 matters more than those specs.

What do the Solid State Logic UF8 Audio Interface and Mackie Onyx Artist 1x2 have in common?

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

Is the Solid State Logic UF8 Audio Interface worth the extra $139 over the Mackie Onyx Artist 1x2?

The Solid State Logic UF8 Audio Interface costs $199.00 against $59.95, a difference of $139. The premium buys XLR inputs (2). Whether that is worth it depends on which of those you would actually use.

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