Alesis iO2 Express 24Bit USB Audio & MIDI Recording Interface

USB bus-powered audio/MIDI interface with 2 inputs/2 outptus, bundled wtih Steinberg Cubase LE, PC & MAC compatible

The iO2 Express is a compact, audio-recording interface for home studios and portable recording setups. This 2-channel USB device for Mac and PC-based systems enables you to record at up to 24bit resolution for input into virtually all DAW, recording, and performance software. It's also small enough to comfortably fit into your mobile recording rig, laptop bag, or backpack, yet contains high-quality components and circuitry suitable for the studio.

Discrete-design preamplifiers and true 48-volt phantom power ensure that you capture microphones' complete signal. High quality analog-to-digital and digital-to-analog converters ensure that every detail of your session or performance gets recorded - and played back on your monitoring system. It's class compliant, so you can use the plug-and-play iO2 Express with virtually any computer system.

The iO2 Express is USB bus powered so you won't need to carry a bulky power supply, and its performance is optimized for minimal laptop battery drain so you'll be able to track long sessions and gigs remotely.

The iO2 Express has 2 input channels. Each channel has its own 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 also accommodate direct connection of guitars. The iO2 Express sends and receives 2 audio channels on a single USB cable for simple, universal interface. You can monitor your sessions on any studio monitoring or other loudspeaker system via dual 1/4" balanced outputs. For remote tracking and alternative playback, the iO2 Express has a 1/4" TRS headphone output. The iO2 Express features traditional MIDI I/O jacks for for playing and controlling software with keyboard and pad controllers, workstations, and other MIDI-compatible instruments.

Each channel has a gain trim control and there's a master level control for optimal gain staging. When monitoring on headphones, you'll appreciate the dedicated volume control. You can also visually monitor levels and operation using the tricolor, stereo metering tree and lighted status indicators.

The iO2 Express comes complete with a copy of Steinberg Cubase LE digtal audio workstation (DAW) software. The 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 iO2 Express is compatible with virtually all audio and MIDI software.

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