iO2

Portable 2-channel USB audio interface


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The perfect audio interface for musicians on the move

Designed as the ideal Audio/MIDI companion to notebook computer-based recording environments, the iO|2 USB has a compact form factor that can easily fit in a laptop case or small backpack. The iO|2 USB features durable aluminum casing, USB power (eliminating cumbersome external power supplies) and is optimized for minimal laptop battery drain.

The iO|2 provides 2-channels of pristine 24-bit/48kHz audio directly to your computer via the integrated USB interface and features 2 channels of switchable mic/line inputs. And with Hardware Direct Monitoring, you never have to worry about dealing with audio latency while recording.

Small enough to fit in a backpack, but powerful enough to get the job done right, the iO|2 is perfect for musicians on the go.

Features

  • 24-bit, 48 kHz operation with high-end A/D and D/A conversion through integrated USB audio interface
  • 2 XLR mic inputs with 48V phantom power plus 2 1/4" balanced line inputs that can accept guitar level signals
  • 1/4" balanced main outputs
  • 1/4" TRS inserts on input channels
  • 1/4" TRS headphone output
  • Dedicated four segment signal/clip LED meter on both channels
  • Zero-latency hardware monitoring
  • 24-bit S/PDIF I/O for direct digital recording
  • MIDI Input/Output
  • USB powered—no external AC power supply necessary
  • Low power usage for minimal laptop battery drain
  • Bundled with Steinberg Cubase LE software
  • This product is class compliant; it does not require driver

Specs

  • Frequency Response:
    • MIC/LINE IN to SPDIF/USB OUT: +/-0.1dB Input Gain = minimum
    • MIC/LINE IN to MAIN OUT (through ADC/DAC) +/-0.35dB Input Gain=minimum

  • Signal-To-Noise Ratio (SNR):
    • MIC/LINE IN (balanced) to INSERT OUT: 110dB A-weighted, input impedance at XLR or 1/4" jack = 600 Ohms, Input Gain = minimum
    • GUITAR IN (unbalanced) to INSERT OUT: 99dB A-weighted, input impedance at 1/4" jack = 600 Ohms, Input Gain = minimum
    • MIC/LINE IN (balanced) to SPDIF/USB OUT: 99dB A-weighted, input impedance at MIC or LINE jack = 600 Ohms, Input Gain = minimum
    • GUITAR IN (unbalanced) to SPDIF/USB OUT: 94dB A-weighted, input impedance at 1/4" jack = 600 Ohms, Input Gain = minimum
    • MIC/LINE IN (balanced) to MAIN OUT (through ADC/DAC): 97dB A-weighted, input impedance at MIC or LINE jack = 600 Ohms, Input Gain = minimum
    • MIC/LINE IN (balanced) to MAIN OUT (through direct monitor): 95dB A-weighted, input impedance at MIC or LINE jack = 600 Ohms, Input Gain = minimum

  • Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise (THD+N):
    • MIC/LINE IN (balanced) to INSERT OUT: <0.001% Input Gain = minimum, 1KHz input signal, INSERT OUT = 5.7dBV
    • GUITAR IN (unbalanced) to INSERT OUT: 0.034% Input Gain = minimum, 1KHz input signal, INSERT OUT = 5.3dBV
    • MIC/LINE IN (balanced) to SPDIF/USB OUT: 0.003% Input Gain = minimum, 1KHz input signal, DIGITAL OUT = -0.3dBFS
    • GUITAR IN (unbalanced) to SPDIF/USB OUT: 0.034% Input Gain = minimum, 1KHz input signal, DIGITAL OUT = -0.7dBFS
    • MIC/LINE IN (balanced) to MAIN OUT (through ADC/DAC): 0.005% Input Gain = minimum, 1KHz input signal, MAIN OUT = 5.6dBV
    • MIC/LINE IN (balanced) to MAIN OUT (through direct monitor): 0.006% Input Gain = minimum, 1KHz input signal, MAIN OUT = 5.6dBV

Requirements

  • Mac: OS X 10.6, 10.7, 10.8
  • Windows: XP, Vista, 7, or 8
  • USB port

Docs and Downloads

  • iO|2 - Reference ManualOpen
  • Cubase LE - Setup Guide [RevB]Open
  • ASIO4All - Optional ASIO Driver for Windows [v2.10]Download

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