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IK Multimedia AXE I/O Audio Interface
IK Multimedia AXE I/O Audio Interface

IK Multimedia AXE I/O Audio Interface

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MPN: IPINTAXEIOIN
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Axe I/O is a professional 2 in/5 out audio interface - and controller - designed specifically with the needs of the recording guitarist in mind, providing best-in-class sound quality and powerful features aimed squarely at making your recordings faster, easier and better than ever. AXE I/O offers exclusively a triple-topology fully discrete input circuit, with both PURE and a JFET input stages, that can go from transparent to tube-like. Its patent-pending Z-Tone(TM) impedance-adapting circuit interacts with your axe for a massive range of tonal flexibility, never heard before. A dedicated Amp Out lets you process your recording with real guitar amps and stomps without the need for external accessories and with massively reduced noise. AXE I/O seamlessly integrates with the included AmpliTube 4 Deluxe to select presets and control values via the front input knob, and lets you connect pedals and switches to get the most from your virtual rig without ever taking your hands off your axe. It also offers a selection of T-RackS Singles hand-picked to deliver the most useful processors for recording instruments & vocals, and Ableton Live Lite 10 to get you up and recording instantly.

IK Multimedia AXE Features

  • 2 in / 5 out (one low-noise Amp out)
  • 2 ultra-low noise mic in/balanced line in
  • Triple topology guitar input with Z-TONE®
  • 2 balanced monitor out / 2 line out
  • Reference headphones out
  • 2 fully configurable external control input
  • MIDI input/output
  • USB 2.0 compatible with Mac/PC
  • Selectable Active/Passive/discrete JFET/Pure instrument preamp
  • Patent pending Z-TONE® input for a tonal palette never heard before
  • Amp out can connect to amps and stomps without ground noise
  • Connect up to 2 expression pedals, single and double-switches
  • Fully assignable data-knob - for AmpliTube preset browsing and more
  • Built-in Tuner
  • Rugged/compact metal housing
  • Includes AmpliTube 4 Deluxe
  • High-resolution ultra low-noise Class A microphone preamps
  • Best-in-class conversion and superior analog design
  • Asynchronous USB audio, ultra low conversion jitters for premium quality
  • 117dB dynamic range
  • Includes control software
  • Up to 192 kHz sampling rate
  • Includes 10 T-RackS high-end plug-ins and Ableton Live 10 Lite
  • AXE I/O Audio Interface1
  • USB A-Type to USB B-Type connection cable (1.5m/4.32ft)1
  • DC power supply1
  • Conversion24-bit A/D, 24-bit D/A
  • Sampling Rate 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz, 176.4 kHz and 192 kHz
  • PowerDC IN
  • Device ConnectionUSB B-Type 2.0
  • Enclosure metal sheet
  • Line Outputs 1-2 (Monitor)
    • Configuration: Electronically balanced and floating, automatically compensates level when connection is balanced or unbalanced, tip hot.
    • Output impedance: 150 Ohms balanced, 75 Ohms unbalanced
    • Output Level: 0 dBFS corresponds to +21 dBu
    • Frequency response: From 3 Hz to 32 kHz within 0.5 dB (96 kHz sample rate)
    • Dynamic Range: 116 dB(A)
    • THD+N: -106 dB(A) at -1 dBFS
    • Channels 1-2 crosstalk: 115 dB(A)
  • Line Outputs 3-4
    • Configuration: Unbalanced
    • Output impedance: 75 Ohms
    • Output Level: 0 dBFS corresponds to +16 dBu
    • Frequency response: From 3 Hz to 32 kHz within 0.5 dB (96 kHz sample rate)
    • Dynamic Range: 115 dB(A)
    • THD+N: -102 dB(A)
    • Channels 3-4 crosstalk: 112 dB(A)
  • Output 5 (Amp output)
    • Configuration: Unbalanced, floating, with selectable ground lift
    • Output impedance: 100 Ohms
    • Output Level: 0 dBFS corresponds to -6 dBu
    • Frequency response: From 10 Hz to 32 kHz within 0.5 dB (96 kHz sample rate)
    • Dynamic Range: 110 dB(A)
    • THD+N: -104 dB(A)
  • Headphones Out
    • Output impedance: Virtually ideal source (zero Ohms) until clipping
    • Maximum Output level: +12 dBu into 50 Ohms load (approx 180 mW)
    • Frequency response: From 3 Hz to 32 kHz within 0.5 dB (96 kHz sample rate)
    • Dynamic Range: 112 dB(A)
    • THD+N: -100 dB(A)
  • Mic Inputs 1-2
    • Configuration: Class-A discrete differential microphone preamp, pin 2 hot
    • Input impedance: 4 kOhms differential
    • Input level, min gain: 0 dBFS is obtained with a +12 dBu signal at the XLR input
    • Input level, max gain: 0 dBFS is obtained with a -37 dBu signal at the XLR input
    • Frequency response: From 5 Hz to 32 kHz within 0.5 dB (96 kHz sample rate)
    • Dynamic Range: 116 dB(A)
    • THD+N: -106 dB(A) at -10 dBFS
  • Line Inputs 1-2
    • Configuration: Class-A discrete differential line receiver, tip hot
    • Input impedance: 20 kOhms differential
    • Input level, min gain: 0 dBFS is obtained with a +26 dBu signal at the TRS input
    • Input level, max gain: 0 dBFS is obtained with a -24 dBu signal at the TRS input
    • Frequency response: From 5 Hz to 32 kHz within 0.5 dB (96 kHz sample rate)
    • Dynamic Range: 116 dB(A)
    • THD+N: -106 dB(A) at -10 dBFS
  • Instrument Inputs 1
    • Configuration: Multiple topology instrument preamp
    • Input impedance, PASSIVE mode: Variable from 1 MOhms down to 2.2 kOhms
    • Input impedance, ACTIVE mode: 10 kOhms
    • Input level, min gain: 0 dBFS is obtained with a +14 dBu signal at the TS input
    • Input level, max gain: 0 dBFS is obtained with a -17 dBu signal at the TS input
    • Frequency response: From 3 Hz to 32 kHz within 0.5 dB (96 kHz sample rate)
    • Dynamic Range: 117 dB(A)
    • THD, PURE mode: 0.0015 %
    • THD, JFET mode: 0.5 %
  • Instrument Inputs 2
    • Configuration: Hi-Z instrument preamp
    • Input impedance: 1 MOhms
    • Input level, min gain: 0 dBFS is obtained with a +14 dBu signal at the TS input
    • Input level, max gain: 0 dBFS is obtained with a -17 dBu signal at the TS input
    • Frequency response: From 3 Hz to 32 kHz within 0.5 dB (96 kHz sample rate)
    • Dynamic Range: 117 dB(A)
    • THD: 0.006%
  • Size9.37x8.31x2.09 inches (23.8x21.1x5.3cm)
  • Weight2.9lbs (1.3kg)

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