In the meantime, Novation has some nice marketing on this – I like the mention of DJ and Maschine sampling workflows alike, alongside this cute artist video. Definitely hitting the review queue – stay tuned. (And then you can add more ports, for yet more connectivity…)Īnd because it’s hard to find a perfect, leave-it-in-your-bag-at-all-times interface for sampling, DJing, and live electronic performance, I have a feeling this will become a classic if they’ve done their job. MIDI is missing, too, but that fits easily on one of the USB ports, so no complaints.
If it has been installed, updating (overwrite-installing) may fix problems, add new functions, or expand existing ones. USB Sound Card Adapter for Computer or Laptop Convert USB Input to 3.5mm TRS Headphone or Mic Jack.
If it’s a hit, though, a variant that does that seems close behind. Mac and Windows compatible - Steinberg Cubase LE4 48-track recording software included - High-tech, attractive aluminum case design This package contains the files needed for installing the TASCAM US-2000 Audio Interface driver. 72.50 (36 used & new offers) Movo USB-AC 3.5mm TRS Microphone to USB 2.0 Stereo Audio External Sound Card Adapter for PC and Mac. Where it sacrifices things is for those who need a mic or instrument input. In fact, the hub combined with the ability to connect to iOS via a USB camera adapter makes this really ideal.Īll in all, this looks like a box that ticks all the boxes for live PA and DJing.
I also like those output knobs on the top of the unit.Īnd it works with the iPad, Linux, and the like, too, thanks to class-compliant operation. That, combined with loud headphone output gain, indeed makes this DJ and live performance worthy. Low latency performance and zero-latency (direct) monitoringĬrucially, those headphones can be set to outputs 1-2 or 3-4, so you do get separate headphone monitoring. “Loud” outputs, including the headphone jack (with DJs and producers in mind)īus-powered audio interface – or connect a 12V DC power supply (included) to power the USB hub Stereo line input (phono/cinch plug) with high/low gain switchįour line RCA outputs or two balanced jack outputs
There’s a 96kHz, 24-bit Focusrite interface for the audio guts, plus a three-port, powered USB hub. Versatile and sonically true 18-in/8-out audio interface for the complete creator. Pure-sounding 10-in / 4-out audio interface for the recording artist. A major contributor to that outstanding sound is the D-PRE. Clarett+ is Focusrite’s range of premium-quality USB audio interfaces for PC and Mac, which build on the strengths of the previous Clarett ranges. Although it is small and portable, the UR22 has been designed to deliver sound quality on a par with high-end models. The UR22 neatly integrates essential music production functionality into one compact, durable device. The Novation-branded Audiobus, labeled “Audiohub 2×4” (meaning I would expect they have other configurations in mind), merges both sides. Thank you for choosing the UR22 USB Audio Interface.
Novation, meanwhile, are one of the companies making all the stuff you want to plug in (like the ever-popular Launchpad line). Focusrite’s audio interfaces are some of the best of the bunch – I’ve had good luck with their drivers, and they deliver good sound for the price, thanks to the company’s experience in things like mic pres. Yes, it’s about time someone combined a practical audio interface with a USB hub.įocusrite/Novation seem to be the right folks for the job. Then, you’ve got all this great gear for control – but where to put it? Macs and even many new PCs have few USB ports (especially ultrathin notebooks like the MacBook Air). First, you need an audio interface to get proper sound and headphone cueing. One of the few remaining annoyances in computer music making is just getting connected. Housed in a sturdy, aluminum alloy chassis (one rack space), the 828es provides 28 inputs and 32 outputs, including two redesigned mic/guitar “combo” style inputs featuring high quality, transparent preamps with front panel control (and remote software control) of individual gain/pad/48V phantom power.File this directly under “why has no one done this properly before?”
Numerous features brought forward from the award-winning 828x model include pre-converter sends for the two mic inputs, dedicated quarter-inch time code input and output jacks, MIDI in and out jacks, BNC word clock I/O, a foot switch input for hands free punch-in during recording, AudioDesk workstation software and a suite of audio analysis apps. New control room features appearing for the first time on a MOTU interface include a built-in talkback mic with front panel "talk" button and "A/B" monitor select, mute and sum-to-mono buttons for the main outs.