Synido Live Solo MK2 Audio Interface vs Audient iD24

Synido Live Solo MK2 Audio Interface vs Audient iD24 compared — specs, features, and which one to buy for your setup. See the full breakdown on CreatorConfig.

Synido Live Solo MK2 Audio Interface
Synido
Synido Live Solo MK2 Audio Interface
$99.99
Audient iD24
Audient
Audient iD24
$399

The Ruling

Synido Live Solo MK2 Audio Interface or Audient iD24? Get the Audient iD24.

The Audient iD24 wins Audio Resolution, Mic Inputs, Monitoring and Creator Features. It is the pricier of the two at $399, so the Synido Live Solo MK2 Audio Interface stays the pick if $299.01 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.

CategorySynido Live Solo MK2 Audio InterfaceAudient iD24
Audio Resolution7.5/1010/10
Mic Inputs5/1010/10
Monitoring7.5/1010/10
Creator Features0/1010/10
Power10/1010/10
Value10/102.5/10

The Split

What each one wins

Synido Live Solo MK2 Audio Interface

Portable USB-C solo interface for podcasting and streaming with XLR input and 48V phantom power.

It gives up ADAT expansion and sample rate to the Audient iD24. It is the cheaper of the two, by $299.01.

Leads on

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

Audient iD24

Pro-level USB-C audio interface with strong preamps, monitor control, and expandable I/O.

On paper the Audient iD24 takes ADAT expansion (Yes), sample rate (96kHz, +48kHz), XLR inputs (2, +1) and headphone outputs (2, +1). It concedes nothing measurable on the sheet. That costs $299.01 more than the Synido Live Solo MK2 Audio Interface.

Leads on

  • ADAT Expansion
    Yes
    No

    ADAT lets you add eight more inputs later instead of replacing the interface.

  • Sample Rate +48kHz
    96kHz
    48kHz

    Higher sample rates capture more audio detail — important for professional recording and mixing.

  • XLR Inputs +1
    2
    1

    More XLR inputs let you record multiple microphones simultaneously.

  • Headphone Outputs +1
    2
    1

    A second headphone output lets a guest monitor without a splitter.

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
  • Bit Depth 24-bit
  • Phantom Power Yes
  • Direct Monitoring Yes
  • MIDI I/O None
  • Bus Powered Yes

The Record

19 specs, grouped by area

Full specification comparison of Synido Live Solo MK2 Audio Interface and Audient iD24, grouped by area.
Specification
Synido
Synido Live Solo MK2 Audio Interface
Audient
Audient iD24
Audio ResolutionAudient iD24
Sample Rate48kHz✓ 96kHz
Max Sample Rateno datano data
Bit Depth24-bit24-bit
PreampsNot enough data
Preamp Gainno data68dB
Dynamic Rangeno data122dB
Mic InputsAudient iD24
XLR Inputs1✓ 2
MonitoringAudient iD24
Headphone Outputs1✓ 2
Direct MonitoringYesYes
Creator FeaturesAudient iD24
Loopbackno dataYes
ADAT ExpansionNo✓ Yes
MIDI I/ONoneNone
Bundled Softwareno dataAudient ARC
ConnectivityNot enough data
TRS Outputsno data4
Connection Typeusb-c, xlr, trsusb-c, xlr, trs
PowerEven
Bus PoweredYesYes
Phantom PowerYesYes
BuildNot enough data
Dimensionsno datano data
Weightno datano data
CompatibilityNot enough data
Operating Systemno datano 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 Audient iD24 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.

The alternative
Budget PickPortability Pick

At $99.99, the Synido Live Solo MK2 Audio Interface is the most affordable option — 75% less than the priciest pick. It trades raw specs for a simpler, more focused experience. Covers the essentials without stretching your budget.

  • × Lower sample rate (48kHz vs 96kHz)
  • × Fewer XLR inputs (1 vs 2)
  • × Fewer headphone outputs (1 vs 2)

Also worth knowing

  • ✓ Budget is your top priority — $299.01 less than the priciest option
  • ✓ You need gear you can easily take on the go

Look elsewhere if

  • × You need the highest sample rate available (96kHz)
  • × You plan to record multiple microphones simultaneously

Best for budget-conscious creators, mobile creators, on-the-go creators.

Our pick
Best ValuePremium PickMost ConnectivityBest for Multi-mic

The Audient iD24 is the priciest at $399.00, but leads on specs where it counts. It leads in sample rate (96kHz) and XLR inputs (2). Offers the most spec advantages per dollar in this comparison.

  • + Higher sample rate (96kHz vs 48kHz)
  • + More XLR inputs (2 vs 1)
  • + More headphone outputs (2 vs 1)
  • + Better ADAT expansion (Yes vs No)

Also worth knowing

  • ✓ You want 96kHz sample rate for higher-resolution audio
  • ✓ You need 2 XLR inputs for recording multiple sources
  • ✓ You want to capture computer audio without a second interface
  • ✓ You want room for eight more inputs later, without replacing the box

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main difference between Synido Live Solo MK2 Audio Interface and Audient iD24?

The clearest difference is ADAT expansion, which the Audient iD24 has and the Synido Live Solo MK2 Audio Interface does not. Across the catalog's specification sheet the two differ on 4 specs. They match on 6 specs, including connection type, bit depth and phantom power. Two audio interfaces from Synido and Audient, each taking a different approach to audio quality and I/O flexibility.

Which is better for streaming, Synido Live Solo MK2 Audio Interface or Audient iD24?

Get the Audient iD24. The Audient iD24 wins Audio Resolution, Mic Inputs, Monitoring and Creator Features. It is the pricier of the two at $399, so the Synido Live Solo MK2 Audio Interface stays the pick if $299.01 matters more than those specs.

What do the Synido Live Solo MK2 Audio Interface and Audient iD24 have in common?

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

Is the Audient iD24 worth the extra $299 over the Synido Live Solo MK2 Audio Interface?

The Audient iD24 costs $399.00 against $99.99, a difference of $299. The premium buys ADAT expansion (Yes), sample rate (96kHz) and XLR inputs (2). Whether that is worth it depends on which of those you would actually use.

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