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The Alesis 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, latency is a thing of the past! (iO2) 24-48 hrs $159.00
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Alesis iO|2
Portable 2-channel USB audio interface

Perfect for recording on the go!

  • USB powered - no external AC power supply necessary.
  • Low power usage for minimal laptop battery drain.
  • Ready to use out of the box- bundled with Steinberg Cubase LE recording software.

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The ultimate in portability and durability

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.

 

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 Ω,
Input Gain = minimum
GUITAR IN (unbalanced)
to INSERT OUT:
99dB A-weighted,
input impedance at 1/4" jack = 600 Ω,
Input Gain = minimum
MIC/LINE IN (balanced)
to SPDIF/USB OUT:
99dB A-weighted,
input impedance at MIC or LINE jack = 600 Ω,
Input Gain = minimum
GUITAR IN (unbalanced)
to SPDIF/USB OUT:

94dB A-weighted,
input impedance at 1/4" jack = 600 Ω,
Input Gain = minimum

MIC/LINE IN (balanced)
to MAIN OUT (through ADC/DAC):
97dB A-weighted,
input impedance at MIC or LINE jack = 600 Ω,
Input Gain = minimum
MIC/LINE IN (balanced)
to MAIN OUT (through direct monitor):
95dB A-weighted,
input impedance at MIC or LINE jack = 600 Ω,
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

 

Features:

  • MIDI Input/Output
  • 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
  • Ultra low-latency ASIO 2.0 drivers (with zero-latency hardware monitoring)
  • 24-bit S/PDIF I/O for direct digital recording
  • Mac OS X, Windows XP (32-bit) and Vista (32-bit) compatible

Note for Mac users:

The iO|2 is a class-compliant Mac device, meaning that no drivers are necessary for the Mac. Just plug the iO|2 in to your Mac, and it will install automatically.

Dimensions:

  • Length: 7.25" (184.15 mm)
  • Weight: 8 oz. (226.8 g)

Warranty:

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