Description
20in | 24out Audio Interface
Audient’s most powerful audio interface just got better. The latest generation of the Audient iD44 sees improved audio performance, additional must-have features, and a beautiful new smoke-grey finish. The addition of audio loop-back and a dual headphone output, combined with four Audient Console mic preamps, class-leading converters, ADAT expandability, and balanced inserts – means iD44 delivers the audio performance of an Audient console straight to your desktop.
- 4 x Audient Console Mic Preamps
- Class Leading Converters
- 2 x JFET Instrument Inputs
- Independent Headphone + Stereo Outputs
- `Fully Balanced Inserts
- 2 x Digital Inputs + Outputs
Audient Console Mic Preamps
The professional sound you deserve
Every iD interface features the Audient Console Mic Preamp, the same discrete circuit design found in our renowned recording console the ASP8024-HE. Designed to deliver ultra-low noise and low distortion with a touch of classic analog warmth, iD44’s four Audient Console mic preamps will give you the professional sound you deserve.
How does it sound?
The Audient mic pre is a high-grade hybrid discrete and 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.
Class-leading converters
Brilliance on the inside enables brilliance on the outside
126dB Dynamic Range (DAC)
124dB Dynamic Range (Headphone DAC)
112dB THD+N: (ADC)
Even better ADC performance. Just when we thought we couldn’t make the original iD44 sound any better, the MKII sees a massive 9dB improvement on the ADC’s THD+N figure, meaning clean audio with less added noise and even less audible distortion.
Expand via ADAT
More channels, more possibilities
Easily configure your studio to tackle more extensive sessions. Equipped with two optical input and output connectors, iD44 gives you plenty of options for expansion. Supporting both ADAT and SPDIF, boost your I/O by adding up to 16 channels of mic preamps to your setup.
Balanced Inserts
Hardware Integration
Integrate your favorite outboard FX prior to conversion and start creating signal chains that rival the very best. The insert returns also give you direct access to the A/D converters providing the cleanest signal path possible, making it great for print-backs or integrating outboard line level sources.
- Track with hardware FX
- Mix with hardware FX
- Record external mic preamps
- Bypass built-in mic preamps
JFET Instrument Inputs
Plug and play
Designed to replicate the input stage of a classic valve amplifier, iD44 features two harmonically rich JFET Instrument Inputs giving you the perfect sonic foundation for your guitars or basses before you hit your amp sims.
Speaker Outputs
Connect and listen to your mixes through two sets of speakers with iD44’s four-line outputs. Alternatively use the extra line outputs to send audio to an external headphone amp for distribution to your artists.
Headphone Outputs
Easily record and collaborate with others by utilizing iD44’s two individual stereo headphone amps, both providing more than enough power for your headphones to perform accurately.
Lost your headphone adapter or need a third set of headphones? iD44 now benefits from the addition of dual headphone output, including both a ¼” jack and a mini-jack, on headphone output one, providing even more monitoring flexibility when you need it.
Audio Loopback
Creativity unleashed
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, Audio Loop-back lets you create a custom audio feed ready to send to your streaming software. Ideal for content creators, podcasters, and streamers.
- Record your computer’s audio
- Send audio to live streams
- Collaborate on mixes online
- Record gaming audio
What is Audio Loop-back?
Audio loopback is becoming an increasingly in-demand feature due to the prevalent rise of podcasting, Youtube/content creators, and gaming streamers. Check out our comprehensive guide to Audio Loop-back.
The iD 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. iD44’s Loop-back feature is also controlled via the Software Mixer, enabling you to select the Loop-back source from 6 different options to suit a variety of practical scenarios. Endless Possibilities, speedy workflow.
Talkback
Innovation meets communication
iD44’s dedicated talkback technology enables you to use any audio source connected to your computers such as a built-in or USB microphone as your talkback mic, freeing up valuable mic preamps for recording.
Made for music
Reliable performance, a simple layout, and a delightfully intuitive user experience let you focus on doing what you do best, making music. We can’t wait to hear what you create.
Console Style Monitor Control
Work faster
Speed up your workflow with iD44’s three programmable function buttons. Assign any of the advanced monitoring features, including Speaker Select, Mono Sum, Polarity Reverse, or Cue Mix monitoring, to any of the F-buttons and quickly take control of your session.
ScrollControl
The virtual scroll wheel
Turn iD44’s volume knob into a virtual scroll wheel and take control of a variety of compatible onscreen parameters. Quickly dial in settings, adjust faders or even write in automation without spending hours staring at the screen.
3-Year Limited Warranty
All of our products come with a three-year limited warranty guaranteeing you further protection and peace of mind when you choose Audient.
USB2.0
Make a connection
iD44 comes with both a standard USB Type-A cable and a USB Type-C cable enabling you to connect to any USB-compatible Mac or PC supporting USB 2.0 or above.
All-Metal Construction
Built to last
With its all-metal construction, hand-finished aluminum knobs, and high-grade component selection, iD44 delivers professional quality audio in a beautifully engineered and simple package.
ARC
Create instantly
Bundled with a free suite of creative software including Cubase LE and Cubasis LE for iOS, alongside industry-leading plugins and virtual instruments, you can start recording as soon as you open the box.
Features
- 4 x Class-A Audient Console Mic Preamplifiers
- Class Leading AD/DA Converters
- 2 x Discrete JFET Instrument Inputs
- Main and Alt Speaker Outputs
- 1 x Independent Headphone Output
- 1 x Independent Dual Headphone Output
- 2 x ADAT Inputs & Outputs for Digital Expansion
- 2 x Fully Balanced Inserts
- Ultra-low Latency DSP Mixer
- Audio Loopback
- ScrollControl
- 3 x User Defined Function Keys
- Dedicated Talkback, Dim, and Cut Control
- +48V, Pad, and HPF Switches
- USB 2.0 Compliant
- Standalone Mode
- 24bit/96kHz
- Word Clock Output
- Power switch
- All-Metal Design
- Free Software + Plugins
Specifications
Microphone preamplifier
MIC GAIN:
0 to +60 dB
LINE GAIN:
-10 to +50 dB
PHANTOM POWER:
48v +/-4v @ 10mA/Channel (12VDC only)
MIC EIN:
-126dBu
CMRR:
>80dB @ 1kHz
MAXIMUM INPUT LEVEL:
+18 dBu
INPUT IMPEDANCE (Mic):
3k Ω balanced
INPUT IMPEDANCE (Line):
10k Ω balanced
FREQUENCY RESPONSE:
±0.5 dB 10Hz to 65kHz
CROSSTALK:
<-90 dBu @ 1kHz & 10kHz
THD+N @ 0dBu (1kHz):
0.003% (-96dBu)
SNR:
96dB
XLR:
Pin 2 (Hot), Pin 3 (Cold) & Pin 1 (Shield)
1/4” TRS JACK:
TIP (Hot), RING (Cold) & SLEEVE (Shield)
D.I / Instrument Input (Channel 1):
D.I GAIN:
0 to +60 dB
MAXIMUM INPUT LEVEL:
+10dBu
INPUT IMPEDANCE:
1MegΩ Unbalanced
FREQUENCY RESPONSE:
±0.5 dB 10Hz to 50kHz
THD+N @ 0dBu (1kHz):
<0.3%
SNR:
95dB A-weighted
1/4” JACK:
Tip (Hot) & Sleeve (Shield)
Analog to Digital Converter (ADC 1 & 2):
(Measured via Insert Returns under AES-17)
MAXIMUM INPUT LEVEL:
+18 dBu (0 dBFS digital maximum)
DIGITAL REFERENCE LEVEL:
+18 dBu = 0 dBFS
INPUT IMPEDANCE:
>10k Ω Balanced
CROSSTALK:
-115 dBu @ 1kHz & 10kHz
FREQUENCY RESPONSE:
±0.5 dB 10Hz to Fs/2 (Nyquist)
CROSSTALK:
-115dBu @ 1kHz & 10kHz
THD+N @ -1dBFS (1kHz):
<0.0003% (-112dB)
DYNAMIC RANGE:
120 dB A-weighted
1/4” TRS JACK:
TIP (Hot), RING (Cold) & SLEEVE (Shield)
Digital to Analogue Converter (DAC 1 & 2):
(Measured under AES-17 at line outputs 1 & 2)
MAXIMUM INPUT LEVEL:
+18 dBu (0 dBFS digital maximum)
DIGITAL REFERENCE LEVEL:
+18 dBu = 0 dBFS
OUTPUT IMPEDANCE:
<100 Ω
CROSSTALK:
<-118 dBu @ 1kHz & 10kHz
FREQUENCY RESPONSE:
±0.5 dB 10Hz to Fs/2 (Nyquist)
CROSSTALK:
-115dBu @ 1kHz & 10kHz
THD+N @ -1dBFS (1kHz):
<0.0006% (-104dB)
DYNAMIC RANGE:
124 dB un-weighted, 126 dB A-weighted
1/4” TRS JACK:
TIP (Hot), RING (Cold) & SLEEVE (Shield)
Headphone Outputs:
(Measured under AES-17 at phones output)
MAXIMUM OUTPUT LEVEL:
+14 dBu (0 dBFS digital maximum)
DIGITAL REFERENCE LEVEL:
+14 dBu = 0 dBFS
OUTPUT IMPEDANCE:
<50 Ω unbalanced
CROSSTALK:
<-110 dBu @ 1kHz & 10kHz
FREQUENCY RESPONSE:
±0.5dB 10Hz to Fs/2
CROSSTALK:
-115dBu @ 1kHz & 10kHz
THD+N @ -1dBFS (1kHz):
<0.0008% (-103 dB)
DYNAMIC RANGE:
121 dB un-weighted, 124 dB A-weighted
MAX LEVEL INTO 30ohms:
+10.2 dBu 0.002% THD+N Power: 210mW
MAX LEVEL INTO 60ohms:
+14.2 dBu 0.001% THD+N Power: 54mW
MAX LEVEL INTO 600ohms:
+14.2 dBu 0.001% THD+N Power: 54mW
1/4” JACK:
TIP (Hot), RING (Cold) & SLEEVE (Shield)
Digital Input:
ADAT 16 CHANNELS:
44.1kHz to 48.0kHz
ADAT 8 CHANNELS (SMUX):
88.2kHz to 96.0kHz
STEREO S/PDIF:
44.1kHz to 96.0kHz
USB2.0 High Speed:
No. of INPUT CHANNELS 20:
20 (4 Analogue, 16 Digital)
No. of OUTPUT CHANNELS 24:
24 (8 Analogue, 16 Digital)
Connector:
USB Type-C
Included Cables:
1.5m USB 2.0 Type-C to USB Type-C, 1.5m USB 2.0 Type-C to USB Type-A
DSP Mixer Latency – ROUND TRIP (in-to-out):
44.1kHz
0.677ms
48.0kHz
0.625ms
88.2kHz
0.354ms
96.0kHz
0.323ms
Dimensions:
Unit: 276mm (w) x 51mm (h) x 174mm (d)
