Side-by-side comparison
See how the Apogee ELEMENT 46 Thunderbolt Audio Interface stacks up against the Focusrite Saffire Pro 14 8 In / 6 Out FireWire Audio Interface in today's product comparison. You might think it all comes down to the price, but frankly there is a lot more to it. You might also be interested in our article Best Audio Interface of 2023 : USB, Thunderbolt & Firewire
Let's get started by taking a close look at the Apogee ELEMENT 46 Thunderbolt Audio Interface.
And now we will have a look at our second product, the Focusrite Saffire Pro 14 8 In / 6 Out FireWire Audio Interface.
Another top of the line external sound card by Focusrite is the Focusrite Saffire Pro 14 8 In / 6 Out FireWire Audio Interface which is equipped with all the qualities that you could want from an external sound card.
HEAD TO HEAD COMPARISON | |
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Apogee ELEMENT 46 Thunderbolt Audio Interface |
Focusrite Saffire Pro 14 8 In / 6 Out FireWire Audio Interface |
| KEY FEATURES | |
+ 12 in x 14 out Thunderbolt audio I/O box, so that you can plug in as many instruments as you want. |
+ Equipped with two Focusrite mic preamps. |
| WHAT OUR TEAM THOUGHT | |
If you're looking to get an audio interface for your Mac, the Apogee ELEMENT 46 Thunderbolt Audio Interface should be your first port of call. It can easily be said that this device is the best for Mac. |
When your aim is to get the best recording quality time after time, the Focusrite Saffire Pro 14 8 In / 6 Out FireWire Audio Interface is the best option for you. |
Want to find out more?
You may also be interested in our article Best Audio Interface of 2023 : USB, Thunderbolt & Firewire.
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