Audio & MIDI interfaces

Tabletop USB audio & MIDI interface with additional USB ports for connecting other devices through to a computer

Review: The EIE I/O is a tabletop USB audio interface perfectly tailored for your project and portable studio setups. This four-in, four-out (4x4) device enables you on Mac and PC-based systems to record up to 24-bit resolution into virtually any DAW, recording or performance software. The EIE I/O also houses three convenient USB inputs, in addition to its main USB port, enabling you to connect controllers, hard drives or any other peripheral when native ports on a computer may be limited. The compact recording interface contains high-quality components including nickel-plated input jacks, analog-style VU meters and a rugged aluminum casing for a powerful, professional, portable audio solution.

Each channel of the EIE I/O has a XLR 14" combo jack, dedicated sturdy, gain-pots and Mic/Line/Guitar switches. The EIE I/O features four discrete-design preamplifiers with 48V phantom power for use with virtually any microphone. Individual 14" Nickel-plated jacks found on the back of EIE I/O provide you with channel inserts for processing audio signals externally. You can monitor sessions on multiple sets of studio monitors using the four 14" balanced outputs, which are also Nickel-plated. Both pairs of outputs can be monitored visually with the high-quality, analog VU meters providing classic features with modern style. For remote tracking and alternative playback, the EIE I/O has a 1/4" TRS headphone output. High quality analog-to-digital and digital-to-analog converters ensure that every detail of your session or performance gets captured and played back faithfully.

The EIE I/O sends and receives four audio channels on a single USB cable for simple, universal interface to a computer. The three additional USB ports allow EIE I/O to function as a hub as well, bridging other MIDI controllers and hard-drives to the computer. The USB interface is class compliant for plug-and-play operation with Mac OS X and Windows XP, Vista and 7. The EIE I/O features traditional MIDI In and Out jacks for playing and controlling software with keyboard and pad controllers, workstations, and other MIDI-compatible instruments.

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16bit electromusic interface expander, connects all your music gears to your computer

Review: One convenient box connects all of your music gear to your computer.

The EIE is all about plug and play convenience. With the EIE tabletop USB audio interface from Akai Professional, you can connect virtually any musical instrument or piece of production gear to your computer. With 3 convenient USB inputs in addition to its main USB port, the EIE enables you to connect controllers, hard drives or any other peripheral to your computer when native ports may be limited. This compact, 16bit recording interface contains high-quality components including nickel-plated input jacks, analog-style VU meters and a rugged aluminum casing for a powerful, professional, portable audio solution. The EIE interface can be used with virtually any music software program like GarageBand or Pro Tools and connects plug-and-play to Macs or PCs; there is no driver installation required.

Each channel of the EIE has an XLR-1/4" combo jack, dedicated gain-pot and mic/line/guitar switch. The EIE features 4 x discrete-design preamplifiers with 48V phantom power for use with virtually any microphone. Individual 14" nickel-plated jacks found on the back of the EIE provide you with channel inserts for processing audio signals externally. You can monitor sessions on multiple sets of studio monitors using the 4 x 1/4" balanced outputs, which are also nickel-plated. Both pairs of outputs can be monitored visually with the high-quality, analog VU meters providing classic features with modern style. For remote tracking and alternative playback, the EIE has a 1/4" TRS headphone output. High quality analog-to-digital and digital-to-analog converters ensure that every detail of your session or performance gets captured and played back faithfully.

The EIE interface sends and receives 4 audio channels on a single USB cable for simple, universal interface to your computer. The 3 additional USB ports allow the EIE to function as a hub as well, bridging other MIDI controllers and hard-drives to the computer. The EIE's USB interface is class compliant for plug-and-play operation with Mac OS X and Windows XP, Vista and 7. The EIE features traditional MIDI input and output jacks for playing and controlling software with keyboard and pad controllers, workstations and other MIDI-compatible instruments.

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4-channel 24 bit audio & MIDI recording interface

Review: The iO4 packs power and function into a compact package. No matter which recording software you like, how many microphones and preamps you have, or how large your library of plug-ins and VSTs, you need a way to get audio into your computer.

The iO4 is a compact audio-recording interface for home, project and portable studio recording setups. This four-channel USB device for Mac and PC-based systems enables users to record and monitor up to eight channels of audio (four in and four out) in 16-bit mode or four channels (two in, two out) in 24bit mode. The iO4 is compact to comfortably fit into a mobile recording rig, laptop bag or backpack, yet contains high-quality components and circuitry suitable for the studio.

The iO4 has 4 input channels, each having an XLR microphone input, a 1/4" TRS insert for external effects units and a 1/4" TS jack that works with line-level sources and can accommodate direct connection of guitars. The iO4 features discrete-design preamplifiers and 48V phantom power on each of its 4 input channels as well for use with virtually all microphones and audio sources.

Producers and musicians will appreciate the ability to connect a second pair of reference monitors or route audio to external effects processors using the iO4's 4 available output channels. For remote tracking and alternative playback, the iO4 has a 1/4" TRS headphone output.

High quality analog-to-digital and digital-to-analog converters ensure that every detail of each session or performance gets captured and played back faithfully. The iO4 features MIDI input and output jacks for playing and controlling software with keyboard and pad controllers, workstations, and other MIDI-compatible instruments.

The iO4 sends and receives 8 audio channels on a single USB cable for simple, universal interface to a computer. The USB interface is class compliant for plug-and-play operation with Mac OS X and Windows XP, Vista and 7.

The iO4 comes complete with a copy of Steinberg Cubase LE digtal audio workstation (DAW) software. Cubase is one of the most popular DAWs in the world thanks to its intuitive approach to composing, recording, editing and mixing. In addition to the included software, the iO4 is compatible with virtually all audio and MIDI software.

Record any time and any place with the Alesis iO4.

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USB bus-powered interface with 2-input RCA/USB, PC & Mac compatible

Review: The Alesis PhonoLink Stereo RCA-to-USB-Cable lets you record your turntable, tape deck, or mixer in stereo to your computer. The PhonoLink makes it easy to direct-connect nearly any turntable, tape deck, mixer, or other stereo, line-level audio source to USB for stereo recording. The AudioLink Series USB-audio cable outputs studio quality stereo, 16bit/44.1 kHz digital audio thanks to its internal analog-to-digital conversion system.

The PhonoLink connects plug-and-play to your Mac or PC for an all-in-one USB audio solution..

The box includes:

- PhonoLink cable
- Connectors: dual RCA, male and USB.

12-channel USB audio/MIDI interface

Review: The bus-powered and breakout cable equipped Alva Nanoface 12-channel USB audio/MIDI interface affords an ideal combination of analog/digital connectivity, features, flexibility and mobility. It's the perfect tool for working musicians with a home or mobile studio. It also integrates seamlessly into a DJ setup or your home theater surround sound system. The Nanoface is equipped with a total of 6 audio inputs and 6 audio outputs. Plus, it's ultra-portable, weighs next-to-nothing, and is easy to operate. It even features a large multi-controller that facilitates simple adjustments and control over I/O features including management, monitoring and phantom power for microphones.

The Nanoface was designed to work seamlessly with both Windows and Mac operating systems. Plus, it supports real analog hardware monitoring, as well as low latency drivers. The Nanoface really lives up to its name by hosting a variety of analog and digital interfaces. It supports dual RCA L/R audio analog inputs and dual RCA L/R analog outputs. It also features dual XLR analog mic inputs, which both come equipped with their own mic preamps, as well as phantom power. There's even a 1/4" Hi-Z instrument input and a 1/4" stereo headphones output. In fact, the stereo RCA outputs can even be routed through the stereo headphones output.

The Nanoface affords a wide variety of digital connection points as well. These include a single MIDI input and dual MIDI outputs. There's also a digital optical SPDIF input and a digital optical SPDIF output. For any musicians or DJs that want to record directly onto their music production software of choice, the Nanoface features a USB 3.0/2.0 interface. This lets you use the Nanoface as a link between your analog or digital recordings and your computer. You'll easily be able to transfer any audio or MIDI data in and out of your Mac or PC - no matter if you're sitting at your desk or in the back of a tour bus. The Nanoface is designed to handle all situations.

The USB 3.0/2.0 interface also doubles as the Nanoface's bus-power source, which means you won't need to drag around an external power supply. The Nanoface is free from any extraneous mixers or software option dialogs as well. This means it functions as a high-speed driver with most modern digital audio workstations (DAWs). All modern audio programs promote a low latency engine and an integrated mixer with plug-in support. Plus, they're also equipped with monitoring features. This allows the Nanoface to be as streamlined as possible. Plus, all device features are controlled by a single multi-controller called, the Encoder. With a wide variety of digital/analog inputs and outputs, a streamlined design and a single Encoder controller, the Nanoface promotes a simple learning curve and flexible usability for home musicians, road musicians, DJs and home theater aficionados with hi-fi surround systems.

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Review: The bus-powered and breakout cable equipped Alva Nanoface 12-channel USB audio/MIDI interface affords an ideal combination of analog/digital connectivity, features, flexibility and mobility. It's the perfect tool for working musicians with a home or mobile studio. It also integrates seamlessly into a DJ setup or your home theater surround sound system. The Nanoface is equipped with a total of 6 audio inputs and 6 audio outputs. Plus, it's ultra-portable, weighs next-to-nothing, and is easy to operate. It even features a large multi-controller that facilitates simple adjustments and control over I/O features including management, monitoring and phantom power for microphones.

The Nanoface was designed to work seamlessly with both Windows and Mac operating systems. Plus, it supports real analog hardware monitoring, as well as low latency drivers. The Nanoface really lives up to its name by hosting a variety of analog and digital interfaces. It supports dual RCA L/R audio analog inputs and dual RCA L/R analog outputs. It also features dual XLR analog mic inputs, which both come equipped with their own mic preamps, as well as phantom power. There's even a 1/4" Hi-Z instrument input and a 1/4" stereo headphones output. In fact, the stereo RCA outputs can even be routed through the stereo headphones output.

The Nanoface affords a wide variety of digital connection points as well. These include a single MIDI input and dual MIDI outputs. There's also a digital optical SPDIF input and a digital optical SPDIF output. For any musicians or DJs that want to record directly onto their music production software of choice, the Nanoface features a USB 3.0/2.0 interface. This lets you use the Nanoface as a link between your analog or digital recordings and your computer. You'll easily be able to transfer any audio or MIDI data in and out of your Mac or PC - no matter if you're sitting at your desk or in the back of a tour bus. The Nanoface is designed to handle all situations.

The USB 3.0/2.0 interface also doubles as the Nanoface's bus-power source, which means you won't need to drag around an external power supply. The Nanoface is free from any extraneous mixers or software option dialogs as well. This means it functions as a high-speed driver with most modern digital audio workstations (DAWs). All modern audio programs promote a low latency engine and an integrated mixer with plug-in support. Plus, they're also equipped with monitoring features. This allows the Nanoface to be as streamlined as possible. Plus, all device features are controlled by a single multi-controller called, the Encoder. With a wide variety of digital/analog inputs and outputs, a streamlined design and a single Encoder controller, the Nanoface promotes a simple learning curve and flexible usability for home musicians, road musicians, DJs and home theater aficionados with hi-fi surround systems.

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Audio interface designed for the iPod Touch, iPhone, iPad or Mac

Review: The Apogee Duet is an award-winning audio interface, headphone amp and MIDI interface making it easy to create professional recordings anywhere on your Mac, iPad, iPod touch or iPhone. With Apogee's legendary digital audio conversion and world-class mic preamps, the Duet is the best way to capture your music with incredible dimension and detail.

The new Duet for Mac & iPad features special circuitry designed to deliver professional performance for iPad use along with low latency USB 2.0 performance for Mac. And with the addition of MIDI I/O you can connect and power a Core MID compatible keyboard/controller while using Duet with your iPad or iOS device.

The Duet's AD/DA converters are designed to deliver the purest recordings and best listening experience possible. The Duet's efficient circuitry and state-of-the-art components provide a simplified signal path resulting in incredibly transparent recordings.

Much like the AD/DA converters, the Duet's mic preamps feature the latest components and offer seamless click-free transitions as the gain increases and decreases throughout the incredible range of 0-75dB. This unprecedented feature allows you to dial in the perfect level, either with the controller knob or from within software, while delivering ultra-low noise and smooth, crisp detail. Duet's mic pres are suitable for all dynamic, condenser or ribbon microphones, allowing you to capture any sound without compromise.

An Apogee technology first introduced in 1992 on Apogee's AD-500 converter, Soft Limit can be heard on countless platinum selling records around the world. Once a technology exclusively reserved for Apogee's most advanced audio converters, Soft Limit is included in Duet and can be enabled in Apogee Maestro software.

This superior analog design prevents the digital clipping that causes distortion by instantaneously rounding off transient peaks before they hit the analog-to-digital converter. Soft Limit allows several more decibels of apparent level to be recorded while subtly providing an analog-like warmth to the sound.

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Studio quality guitar input for iPad, iPhone and Mac

Review: The Jam brings the legendary sound quality of Apogee to iPad, iPhone and Mac. Now guitarists can have a pocket-sized, plug in and play interface at an unprecedented price and experience ultimate tone with the guitar amps and effects in Apple's GarageBand software or other compatible applications.

The Jam is a premium digital converter featuring PureDIGITAL technology. The Jam is the first high quality interface that makes a direct digital connection to the 30-pin connector on iPad and iPhone. You can also connect the Jam to the Mac by USB. You will notice the sonic difference between the Jam and other similar products immediately.

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The Jam brings the legendary sound quality of Apogee to iPad, iPhone and Mac. Now guitarists can have a pocket-sized, plug in and play interface at an unprecedented price and experience ultimate tone with the guitar amps and effects in Apple's GarageBand software or other compatible applications.

The Jam is a premium digital converter featuring PureDIGITAL technology. The Jam is the first high quality interface that makes a direct digital connection to the 30-pin connector on iPad and iPhone. You can also connect the Jam to the Mac by USB. You will notice the sonic difference between the Jam and other similar products immediately.

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USB microphone & music interface for Mac

Review: The Apogee One is a pocket-sized USB microphone and music interface featuring the award winning sound quality that made Apogee Electronics famous.

The Apogee One is designed to work easily with Apple's GarageBand, Logic, Final Cut or any Core Audio compliant application. It lets you create professional recordings anywhere. The Apogee One's compact size is travel friendly, allowing you to record and perform professionally any place your music takes you.

With the Apogee One, you can record a single channel of audio using the specially tuned enclosure microphone, an instrument input for guitar, bass, keyboard or a world-class microphone preamp input. Listening with the Apogee One is an entirely new experience. Hear your recordings and your iTunes library with incredible dimension and clarity through the Apogee One's studio-quality stereo output.

The Apogee One uses an instrument and microphone breakout cable, designed to minimize its footprint in your creative space and maximize ease of use and aesthetic appeal. The breakout cable provides clearly labeled high-quality connections for an instrument or microphone, as well as a natural strain relief between One and any connected items.

4 in 8 out USB audio interface designed for iPad & Mac-based studios

Review: The Apogee Quartet is a professional USB audio interface designed to deliver the ultimate desktop recording experience to the iPad and Mac-based studio.

Featuring 4 inputs and 8 outputs of Apogee's industry-leading AD/DA conversion technology as well as 4 world-class mic preamps, the Quartet bridges the gap between the 2-channel Apogee Duet and Apogee's flagship interface, the Symphony I/O.

The Quartet for iPad and Mac features special circuitry designed to deliver professional performance for iPad use along with low latency USB 2.0 performance for Mac. The Quartet's MIDI input and output connector lets you connect and power a Core MIDI compatible keyboard or controller while using Duet with your iPad or iOS device.

Desktop studio interface and control center for Mac

Review: The Apogee Quartet is a professional USB audio interface designed to deliver the ultimate desktop recording experience to the Mac-based studio. Featuring 4 inputs and 8 outputs of Apogee's industry-leading AD/DA conversion technology as well as 4 world-class mic preamps, the Quartet bridges the gap between the 2-channel Apogee Duet and the 8-channel Apogee Ensemble.

The Apogee Quartet connects up to 4 microphones, instruments, keyboards or line inputs. Plug in your MIDI controller or keyboard. Expand with up to 8 digital inputs. Monitor and mix it all in stereo, with up to 3 sets of speakers or in 5.1 surround. The Quartet is the center of the modern studio and will help you take the performance and sound quality of your projects to the next level.

With its ergonomic, angular design and intuitive user interface, the Quartet is inspiring, easy to use and in perfect harmony with your workspace. Dual full-color screens for critical input and output details, the QuickTouch pads for easy I/O selection, and a single controller knob to conduct it all, make the Quartet the perfect studio control center for your Mac.

Apogee are the award-winning industry leader in digital recording technology with over 25 years of experience. Preferred by recording pros around the world, Apogee's products like Duet, Ensemble and Symphony I/O have been instrumental in creating countless Grammy and Oscar winning recordings and have set the industry standard in professional recording for over two decades. The Quartet is built solidly on this reputation.

B-STOCK: Box opened but product is new, unused and in perfect working order

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The Apogee Quartet is a professional USB audio interface designed to deliver the ultimate desktop recording experience to the Mac-based studio. Featuring 4 inputs and 8 outputs of Apogee's industry-leading AD/DA conversion technology as well as 4 world-class mic preamps, the Quartet bridges the gap between the 2-channel Apogee Duet and the 8-channel Apogee Ensemble.

The Apogee Quartet connects up to 4 microphones, instruments, keyboards or line inputs. Plug in your MIDI controller or keyboard. Expand with up to 8 digital inputs. Monitor and mix it all in stereo, with up to 3 sets of speakers or in 5.1 surround. The Quartet is the center of the modern studio and will help you take the performance and sound quality of your projects to the next level.

With its ergonomic, angular design and intuitive user interface, the Quartet is inspiring, easy to use and in perfect harmony with your workspace. Dual full-color screens for critical input and output details, the QuickTouch pads for easy I/O selection, and a single controller knob to conduct it all, make the Quartet the perfect studio control center for your Mac.

Apogee are the award-winning industry leader in digital recording technology with over 25 years of experience. Preferred by recording pros around the world, Apogee's products like Duet, Ensemble and Symphony I/O have been instrumental in creating countless Grammy and Oscar winning recordings and have set the industry standard in professional recording for over two decades. The Quartet is built solidly on this reputation.

Audio interface with transformer isolated XLR microphone level output

Review: The AV Direct is the ideal input solution for any application where stereo iPods, laptop computers, consumer DVD players, consumer Hi-Fi equipment or video machines have to be connected to a single XLR microphone level input. Unlike standard gender bender cables or DI boxes, the AV Direct can accept virtually any input connection and output level (including amplified speaker outputs) and offers remote level control, ideal for setting the volume of your component at the source, rather than in and AV room, audio closet or installation rack.

The AV Direct has stereo RCA, 1/8" and 1/4" TRS line level inputs, as well as a 1/4" and bare wire pressure clip speaker level inputs. A switchable 4.8 kHz high cut filter, ground lift and variable level control allow the AV Direct to effectively filter out any extraneous unwanted noise while offering variable volume control at source. The speaker level inputs are heavily padded and transformer isolated from the XLR output, allowing amplified speaker level (up to 100W @ 8 Ohms) to be tapped off, and sent to a microphone level input. A 20Hz to 20 kHz frequency response ensures the AV Direct will function seamlessly with any high quality audio source.

USB MIDI cable connects any MIDI device, including musical instruments, controllers and sound modules, to USB port

Review: The ART MConnect USB MIDI Cable provides an easy way to directly connect any MIDI device, including musical instruments, controllers and sound modules, to your computer's USB port for convenient use with audio workstation software for music production, recording or sequencing without any extra equipment. The MConnect supports up to sixteen channels in and out. Indicators simplify troubleshooting incoming and outgoing MIDI data. No special drivers are required, just plug and play with your Windows PC or Mac.

Simply plug the MIDI input or output connector (whichever is appropriate) into your device and the USB connector into your computer. That's all there is to it. The first time you connect your MConnect to your computer, all the necessary drivers will be automatically installed and the cable will then be ready to use. The MConnect may be used with any software that supports USB MIDI devices.

High performance 4 x 4 USB audio/MIDI interface bundled with Pro Tools 9 software

Review: Record, edit and mix performances with stunning sound quality, using the professional-grade Mbox audio interface. Easily connect mics, instruments, monitors and other analog, digital and/or MIDI gear with your computer to capture and create studio-quality productions.

Just pair Mbox with your favorite audio recording or music creation software such as Pro Tools, Logic, Live, Fruity Loops, Cubase and more. No matter what you choose, you'll always sound amazing, as Mbox was designed by the same team who created our top-of-the-line Pro Tools HD series interfaces, giving you the sonic clarity of interfaces costing much more.

Open yourself to the possibilities. The Pro Tools 9 redefines the world's most popular, most advanced music and audio production platform with a completely re-architected, open version of Pro Tools software, giving you what you asked for and so much more. With the Pro Tools 9, you can compose, record, sequence, edit and mix the way you wanting more ways than ever.

Ultra-compact 2 x 2 Pro Tools studio bundle: Mbox Mini USB audio interface bundled with Pro Tools 9 recording software

Review: The Avid Pro Tools 9 + Mbox Mini system features the all new Mbox Mini USB audio interface and Pro Tools 9 recording software.

The Avid Pro Tools 9 + Mbox Mini system delivers a complete computer recording package that provides more flexibility than even before at an incredible price. The Pro Tools 9 + Mbox Mini bundle offers an advanced hardware and software bundle that delivers the best of both worlds, the most advanced and trusted creation or audio production software on the planet in Avid Pro Tools 9 and a professional-grade, portable hardware interface with the Mbox Mini.

The Avid Pro Tools 9 is the latest version of the Pro Tools software recording platform, it redefines the world''s most popular, most advanced music and audio production platform with an all-new, completely re-designed, open version of Pro Tools software, giving you what you asked for and so much more. With the Pro Tools 9, you can open your workflow to projects created in other audio and video software and to the entire Avid Artist series and Pro series (formerly Euphonix) console or controller line. The Pro Tools 9 delivers the ability to compose, record, sequence, edit and mix the way you want in more ways than ever.

The Pro Tools Mbox Mini is a complete, integrated, computer-based music creation, production system and ultra portable. The Mbox Mini USB audio interface introduces advanced recording technology for exceptional quality. A premium analog signal path and high-performance converters deliver pristine 24bit/48 kHz sound. Stringent testing standards ensure rock-solid performance in the most demanding environments. Avid Pro Tools Mbox Mini also delivers compatibility with nearly every popular audio recording application.

With the Pro Tools 9 and Mbox Mini bundle, customers get everything they need to create music and audio on their Mac or PC, all in one affordable bundle that offers incredible value.

Educational version of 2x2 audio interface + Pro Tools Express music production software studio bundle

Review: The Avid Mbox Mini Education is a reduced price version of the MBox Mini Audio Interface for students, teachers and educational institutions. Proper documentation, such as a school PO, faculty/student ID, or documentation from an applicable governing body recognizing the school/home school as an accredited education institution, must be provided in order to use and register this product.

The Mbox Mini is an even better value with new Pro Tools Express software included at no additional charge, giving you the core toolset used by professionals and in world-class studios worldwide. Simply connect mics, instruments and monitors with your computer to capture and create studio-quality productions with ease. Use the Pro Tools Express to sound your very best, or pair Mbox Mini with your favorite third-party audio software such as Logic, Live, Fruity Loops, Cubase and more. No matter what you choose, you'll always sound amazing as the Mbox Mini was designed by the same team who created Avid's top-of-the-line Pro Tools HD series interfaces, giving you the sonic clarity of interfaces costing much more.

Professionals around the world have long been using the Pro Tools recording systems to create award-winning music and sound for film and TV. Now you can get the same professional results in your personal studio with the Mbox Mini a complete, integrated, computer-based music creation and production system. The ultra-portable Mbox Mini features everything you need to easily compose, record, edit, and mix music. Mbox Mini also delivers premium sound quality, plus rock-solid compatibility with nearly every popular audio recording application.

Designed by the same engineering team behind Avid's top-of-the-line Pro Tools HD systems, the Mbox Mini interface features advanced recording technology for exceptional quality. A premium analog signal path and high-performance converters deliver pristine 24bit, 48 kHz sound. Stringent testing standards ensure rock-solid performance in the most demanding environments. And of course, the Mbox Mini is designed for ultra-tight integration with nearly every major DAW software.

USB bus-powered interface with 2 inputs/2 outputs, PC & MAC compatible

Review: A great little gadget from Citronic, bridging the gap between analogue and digital. This high quality USB soundcard is designed to connect your turntable, mixer or CD player and convert the signal to digital, the USB connector plugs into your PC/MAC and allows you to record the audio using the software provided. There is also an analogue output so it can be linked between an existing system to record. Ideal for converting vinyl to MP3 and creating live mixes.

The AC-1USB has many uses apart from recording vinyl and DJ use, it can also be used to record live bands, simply by connecting to the record output of your mixing desk you can capture the live sound.

Supplied with Audacity software for windows. Audacity is a free, open source software for recording and editing sounds available for Windows, Linux and Mac OS X audacity.soundforge.net. The AC-1USB can also be used with other sound recording sortware.

External USB sound card, recording turntable directly to computer

Review: Record your turntable, tape deck, or mixer into your computer with Crosley's USB SoundCards.

These handy units make it easy to direct-connect virtually any stereo, line-level audio source to your computer for stereo recording using one simple USB cable.

The soundcard requires connecting via RCA output or AUX output on your turntable, tape deck, or mixer.