Guitar interface Laptop/Android

[RicharDC5]

I've been looking around the net for a guitar interface as I can't take my amp to uni.

I'm getting confused with all the software options...some free with add-on stuff, up to hugely expensive does everything software. I can't figure out which interfaces work with what either. I'm only looking for something simple, preferably with a headphone output (apparently the sound is better using a dedicated sound card). I'm not looking to spend a lot of money as I just want something basic. I also have an android phone, so that could be an option.

What are others using? and what are the good options?

Thanks, Richard

[RicharDC5]

Thanks, I'll bear that in mind.

I can't take any kind of proper amp though as they are on the banned items list

[RicharDC5]

That looks like a really good setup

Can you play backing tracks in reaper while using the amp sims?

Also what cable do I need to connect my guitar to the interface?

Thanks

Edited by RicharDC5 on Friday 5th September 08:59

Edited by RicharDC5 on Friday 5th September 08:59

[RicharDC5]

I've watched a few youtube vids and they did explain that a few different things are needed in the signal chain to get the sound right. I've ordered the scarlett 2i4 and I'll see what I can do with the bundled software before I start downloading stuff. I guess the best way to learn is to go ahead and start using it.

Many thanks to everyone for the info and suggestions

[RicharDC5]

Thanks, but I've already bought the 2i4. I don't have any apple stuff so I'm just running it through the laptop.

I can't get lepou plugins to download at the moment so I haven't spent much time using Reaper. The free amplitube software sounds ok and is easy to use

I'm going to download a few demo's/free software apps before I decide what I'll be using full time.

Cheers

[RicharDC5]

I've finally have Reaper/Lepou working. Even with little tweaking I'm getting a nice sound out of it (better than Amplitube) without any noticeable lag. There's a lot of stuff to play around with which should keep me occupied for quite a while!

Thanks for all the help Hanslow, it's much appreciated