Black Lion Audio Revolution 2x2

I should really give this a few more days, but I can't get over how few reviews there are on this so I feel duty bound to let you know that this is a top quality interface.

Build quality.
This is a cliche at this stage, but this IS built like a tank. The knobs and buttons are better than those on the ID22, I own that too. There's nothing loose or flimsy. It's a solid build.

Bah humbug.
Maybe it's just me, but every interface I've ever owned would hum when I plugged a guitar or bass into it. No hum with this, which I wasn't expecting and I've used lots of interfaces over the years. They do mention "de-coupling" and stuff about clean power etc, so it obviously counters the hum.

Sound quality.
It sounds great, big and clean. I've had the Apogee Duet in the past, this sounds better to me. They did say that they reckon it sounds better than interfaces in the $2k range, I wouldn't know if they've achieved this as that's out of my comfort zone, but you won't be disappointed.

Features.
This doesn't make your bed or walk your dog. There's no built in plugins or guitar sims. You can't record your 32 piece orchestra with it.
it's a straight forward 2 in 2 out high quality interface.

Headphone out.
I use Sennheiser HD600 and they sound great with the 2x2. Again the sound quality is excellent.

In conclusion.
This is pretty much perfect for my needs so I can't really fault it. The only unknown is, how long will it last? I'm assuming it will well and truly outlive its 3 year warranty period based on the build quality and the fact that it's not trying to do a million and one different tasks.

This interface is very sturdy and the feel of the buttons and knobs leaves no doubt (so does the USB cables quality).
The preamps can get noisy in maximum gain but are very clear and revealing at normal settings. Instrument inputs are tight and not the wobbly kind.
The headphones shine! I was coming from a Duet firewire and now I can hear through the veil. Also, I use AKG K 240 DF headphones with 600 Ohms impedance and there's enough volume to drive them.
Converters do their job very well, everything sounds clear (nice bass definition, reverb tails are heard, nice presence and soundstage).
Worthy upgrade from the Apogee!

Received my audio interface 3 day before expected delivery date which was nice. I was pleasantly surprised unboxing the device in three lots on boxes and very well protected no chance of damage. The BLA interface is well build feels very solid all knobs are nice and tight no wobbling here. I have used a few different interfaces now all of which are very good but after only one days use this is the very best in the price range. The sound is excellent, full bodied with lots of depth. makes my other interfaces sound quite flat. I arrived at this purchase because I was tired of wrestling with levels trying to record with the direct monitoring so was looking for an interface with input/playback mix levelling. Saw some reviews on the BLA interface and though I would give it a try. I was not disappointed very easy to work with. Yes other interface have more features like on board compressors and midi interfaces, the bundled software makes up for all this and I have no real need for a MIDI interface here most midi controllers give you that facility. The sound QUALITY makes this device a winner. All in all very pleased with this purchase and looking forward to working with it.

One of the key advantages of the Black Lion Audio Revolution 2x2 is its high-quality sound. It features built-in high quality microphone preamps and converters that deliver clean, detailed and natural sound without distortion or noise. This makes it an ideal choice for recording vocals, instruments, and other audio signals with a high degree of fidelity.

In addition, the Black Lion Audio Revolution 2x2 is user-friendly. It has a simple and intuitive interface, making it easy to set up and use even for novice users. It is also compatible with a wide range of software and operating systems, making it a versatile and flexible solution for a variety of music recording and production situations.

Just as importantly, the Black Lion Audio Revolution 2x2 features a rugged and durable case that provides protection from external influences and damage. This makes it an ideal choice for use in both home studio and concert venues.