Audient iD44 MKII 20-in/24-out USB-C Audio Interface
iD44
20in | 24out Audio Interface
Your recordings made better
Introducing iD44, the audio interface made for producers and engineers. Featuring four Audient Console Mic Preamps, Advanced 32-bit AD/DA Converters and two fully balanced analogue inserts - iD44 effortlessly combines astonishing audio performance with ease of use. Add to that professional must have features like dual headphone outputs, ADAT expandability and customizable monitor control, iD44 makes getting studio quality results easy.
At a glance
- 4 x Audient Console Mic Preamps (24bit | 96kHz)
- 2 x Balanced Inserts
- 2 x Headphone Output (Supports up to 600Ohms)
- 2 x JFET Instrument Input
- 4 x Line Outputs
- 1 x ADAT Input
- USB3.0 Bus Powered
- 126dB Dynamic Range
- 68dB Mic Preamp Gain
- macOS + Windows Compatible
4 x Audient Console Mic Preamps
Sound better than ever with the Audient Console Mic Preamp. Delivering 70dB gain, ultra-low noise and low distortion with a touch of classic analogue warmth. iD44’s four Audient Console Mic Preamps make sure you capture a clean, accurate and true to source translation of your audio.
How does it sound?
The Audient mic preamp is an all discrete high grade op amp design that delivers a clean, accurate and detailed translation of your source.
Now that's quiet
With a noise floor 30,000 times quieter than the signal level your recordings will be captured with stunning clarity.
Real analogue mic preamps
That's the same fully analogue and discrete mic preamp circuit design found in our renowned recording console the ASP8024-HE. No emulations, no copies, just real analogue console mic preamps on your desktop.
Advanced 32-bit Converter Technology
Utilizing 32-bit AD/DA converter technology to minimize quality loss and maximize performance during conversion, iD44 makes sure your audio sounds cleaner, clearer and more precise than ever. And with a massive 126.5dB of dynamic range, you will hear subtle details better and identify problematic issues faster, letting you mix with confidence and achieve release-ready results.
- 126.5dB Dynamic Range (DAC)
- 122dB Dynamic Range (ADC)
Balanced Inserts for Outboard Integration
Integrate your favorite outboard FX prior to conversion and start creating signal chains that rival the very best. And with direct access to the A/D converters, iD44 gives you the cleanest signal path possible for integrating outboard line level sources - perfect for stem mixing and print-backs.
- Track with hardware FX
- Mix with hardware FX
- Track with external preamp
2x JFET Instrument Inputs
Give your amp sims the analog warmth and character they’ve been missing. Designed to replicate the input stage of a classic valve amplifier, iD44’s two harmonically rich JFET Instrument Inputs give you the perfect sonic foundation for guitars and bass.
Expand with Digital I/O
Designed to grow with you, iD44 lets you easily configure your studio to tackle bigger sessions like recording drums or a live band with optical input and output connections. Supporting both ADAT and SPDIF, now you can boost your I/O and add up to 16 channels of mic preamps to your setup at any time.
Advanced Monitoring Control
iD44 not only excels as a powerful USB-C audio interface, but also provides studio-ready monitoring connectivity and control, making sure you can control and hear your audio accurately at all times.
Headphone Outputs
Confidently mix on headphones with iD44’s two engineer-grade headphone amps capable of driving headphones up to 600Ohms. And with both a ¼” jack and a mini-jack on Headphone Output 1, iD44 allows you to plug in three sets of headphones - making working with artists a breeze.
Speaker Outputs
Connect and listen to your mixes through two sets of speakers with iD44’s four line outputs - ideal for checking how your mixes translate between speakers. Alternatively use the extra line outputs to send audio to an external headphone amp for distribution to your artists.
Dim and Mute Controls
iD44 is equipped with both a dedicated Dim and Mute button, letting you quickly cut your audio or talk with an artist - all without having to dive into software.
Customizable Control
Assign any of iD44’s advanced monitoring features, including Speaker Switching, Polarity Invert or Mono Sum, to any of the user configurable Function buttons - your workflow just got a whole lot easier.
Talkback Control
iD44’s dedicated talkback control enables you to use any audio source connected to your computer such as a built-in or USB microphone as your talkback mic, freeing up valuable mic Preamps for recording.
Experience ultra-low latency
The iD Software Mixer tightly integrates hardware and software, letting you effortlessly set up low latency direct monitoring, create up to four stereo artist cue mixes, name and customize channels, save layout presets, assign hardware function buttons and quickly setup advanced routing – all from one easy to use app.
Streamer Friendly
Now equipped with Audio Loop-back, iD44 can quickly transform into a multi purpose powerhouse. Giving you the ability to capture playback from multiple applications on your computer at the same time as your microphones and create a custom audio feed ready to send to your streaming software. Ideal for content creators, podcasters and streamers.
- Record your computers system audio
- Send audio to live streams
- Record guest video calls
- Record gaming audio
Engineered to last
iD44 not only looks good but feels good too. Its all-metal design, hand-milled aluminum knobs and high-grade component selection make it perfect for everyday use, whether you're recording at home or on the go.
Free Software and Plugins
Bundled with a free suite of creative software including Cubase LE, alongside industry leading plugins and virtual instruments, you can start recording as soon as you open the box.
3 Year Warranty
All of our products come with a three-year limited warranty guaranteeing you further protection and peace of mind when you choose Audient.
Features List
- Advanced 32-bit AD/DA Converters
- Inputs
- 4 x Audient Console Mic Preamps
- +48V, Pad, and HPF Switches
- 2 x Fully Balanced Analogue Inserts
- 2 x JFET Instrument Inputs
- 2 x Digital Inputs (ADAT + S/PDIF)
- Outputs
- 2 x Stereo Speaker Outputs
- 2 x Headphone Outputs
- 2 x Digital Outputs (ADAT + S/PDIF)
- 1 x Word Clock Output
- Advanced Monitoring Control
- Dedicated Mute, Dim & Talkback Controls
- Speaker Switching, Mono, Polarity Reverse
- 3 User Configurable Function Keys
- Hardware Output Metering
- Ultra-low Latency Software Mixer (Direct Monitoring)
- Audio Loop-back
- Standalone Mode
- Power Switch
- USB2.0 Compliant
- 24bit/96khz
- Mac & Windows Compatible
- All Metal Design
- 3 Year Warranty
- Free Software + Plugins
Warranty: 3 Years
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