I am a complete newbie to audio interfaces - so this may be a stupid question…
I have Cubase Pro 10.5 running on Windows 10 PC. I have used solely VSTs for years, but recently I purchased a few hardware mono synths - so now I need an audio interface. Being new to this I am considering a UR816C because it should integrate nicely with Cubase without me frying my brain with millions of settings I don’t understand.
The thing is, I am keen for my audio interface to to have spare inputs for future expansion. I need 6 inputs for my existing kit - so that would just leave the 2 Hi-Z inputs on the front panel unused. Would I be able to use these for future hardware synths? Is it possible to “switch off” the Hi-Z feature in the device’s software? Could I just use the pad button and keep volume low? I have looked at various forums where people are asking if Hi-Z inputs can be used for synths but there doesn’t seem to be a consensus.
I know I can expand via ADAT to add more inputs, but money is tight so I want to get the maximum bang for my buck with my first device. If using these inputs is not possible then I may as well save a chunk of cash and get something like the Behringer UMC1820 instead - but then I lose the integration with Cubase advantage…
What do you think?