Searching for 2 channel USB Audio Interfaces

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Searching for 2 channel USB Audio Interfaces

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What VERY AFFORDABLE USB Audio Interfaces are there that I can use in a Debian/Mint system? I have to give back the Behringer UMC 204HD to my brother in law, we need something cheap like it that we can get for me.
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The 204HD is still available to purchase. Cheaper Behringer models are the UMC202HD and the UMC22. I don't know of any better value USB audio interface than what Behringer is putting out currently. In the value USB interface spectrum I've had a Focusrite Scarlett Solo and currently have a Behringer UMC404HD. I have no qualms what so ever recommending a Behringer UMC device.
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If you're willing to buy used, reverb.com has some two-channel interfaces for less than 100 USD.
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I'll second the recommendation to go used. There haven't been major advances in audio interfaces for several years, if you get a 4-5 year old interface you'll save a lot and not miss out on anything significant.

UMC22's can be had for 50-80 USD on reverb.com.
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Make sure to shop around. These can be found for about $70 brand new with warranty, Long and McQuade sells the UMC22 for $73.99 CDN. That's about $60 USD. There are a bunch of scalpers selling these on amazon and ebay for almost double that so beware.
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