Is the Maono P1 the Best Budget Interface for SM7B?

This time I’m reviewing Maono’s P1 audio interface. Full disclosure: Maono sent me this device a while ago as I was part of their early testing and creator feedback group. AMAZON AFFILIATE LINK MAONO P1: https://amzn.to/42ExFoQ Amazon has a 10% claim code available through 06/21/2026: MAONOP110 Inside the box you get the P1, USB-C to USB-C cable with USB-A adapter, and a user manual. PRICE: $129.99 BUILD: The P1 has an excellent build. The zinc-alloy body adds heft and durability that is typically lacking at this price point. The near flush 48V and direct monitoring buttons make for a sleek design leaving the remaining four knobs easily accessible. Speaking of the knobs, the one click mute for each of them is firm, and they have very little wobble to them. LAYOUT: On the top of the unit you have four knobs 1) Mic 2) Instrument 3) Monitor/Camera 4) Headphones. Plus you have two buttons 1) 48V phantom power 2) Direct Monitor/Streamer Mode. On the back of the device there are two USB ports, two ¼” monitor outputs, one instrument input, and one combo jack. On the side of the device you have a 3.5mm headphone jack, and a 3.5mm camera line out jack. SPECS: 24-bit/192kHz 70dB gain EIN: -130dB MFi Certified TESTS: Mute button Shure SM7B Auto gain feature PROS: Solid build quality 13 degree angled design Clean preamp 70dB gain Dual USB Push to mute on every knob Auto gain Built-in ASIO driver Dedicated camera audio output ProStudio routing software Software sound pads with 8 pages 3 loopback channels Loud headphone output Stream mode for stereo output VST plugin support CONS: No stop on the knobs I prefer the headphone port on the front WISH LIST: I hope that they take my advice and ensure when you mute on the hardware, you get a visual cue in the software Software needs dB lines NOTES: The software is currently compatible with Windows only LINK TO WEBSITE: https://www.maono.com/products/maono-p1-usb-hybrid-audio-interface