Audient Flagship 8-Channel iD Interface iD48

Audient’s Andrew Allen says, ”Since we launched the iD Desktop Interface Range, our customers have been shouting for us to deliver an 8-channel iD audio interface, so we are extremely excited to announce that it is finally here. iD48 is the ultimate Audie interface, building on the core feature set that has made the iD range so popular, delivering astonishing audio performance alongside an incredibly intuitive user experience -

but this time with more than enough I/O to handle any session.”

iD48 is designed with producers and engineers in mind, delivering industry standard features for the working pro. With Audient Console Mic Preamps, advanced 32-bit ESS converter technology as well as the all new Switchable Analogue Insert technology, this 8-channel audio interface makes integrating outboard fast and intuitive - the perfect foundation for a pro studio setup.

Expanding on the all new Switchable Insert technology Andrew says, “For the first ti ever, iD48’s Switchable routing enables you to select which source is feeding the ADC path. Letting you choose the Audient Console Mic Preamp or a DAW output to send to your outboard on a per channel basis - no fussing with cables. You can also bypass the Audient Mic Preamp altogether for a direct conversion path for recording.”

iD48’s impressive audio performance is thanks to its eight ultra-low noise, low distortion Audient Console Mic Preamps which deliver 68dB gain. As with the entire iD range, the all discrete high grade op amp design is the same circuitry as found in the renowned recording console, ASP8024-HE. “With iD48 we guarantee real analogue Audient Console Mic Preamps on your desktop - no copies, no emulations and no gimmicks,” underlines Andrew. Add to that, 32-bit ESS DAC converter technology designed to greatly minimise quality loss whilst maximising performance during conversion, which results in a massive 126.5dB of dynamic range on the DACs, ensuring subtle details are audible.

The option to add up to 16 channels of external mic preamps with iD48 makes it easy to expand a setup as necessary. “iD48 is designed to grow with our users, offering an option to add more inputs and outputs via ADAT, S/PDIF or SMUX - future-proofing yo studio and giving you the ability to take on demanding multi-mic sessions with ease.”

iD48 is not only a powerful audio interface but also has all the capabilities of a professional monitor controller. “You can connect, listen and reference your mixes through Main and Alt speaker outputs, or use the extra line outputs to send audio to an external headphone amp for distribution to your artists,” says Andrew. Two independent stereo headphone amps also provide 124dB dynamic range and enough power to support headphones up to 600 Ohms. Fully compatible with iD Mixer, iD48 makes it easy to set up ultra-low latency direct monitoring, create stereo cue mixes or save layout presets - all from one app.

Features

• 24 Inputs
• 32 Outputs (24 Simultaneous Outputs over USB)
• 8 x Class-A Audient Console Mic Preamps
• Class Leading AD/DA Converters
• 2 x Discrete JFET Instrument Inputs
• Main and Alt Speaker Outputs
• 2 x Independent Headphone Outputs
• 2 x ADAT Input & Outputs
• 8 x Switchable Balanced Inserts
• Ultra-low Latency Software Mixer
• Audio Loop-back
• ScrollControl
• Dedicated Alt Speakers and Talkback Controls
• 2 x User Defined Function Ke
• +48V, Pad, +10dB Boost, Polarity Invert and HPF Controls
• Word Clock Input & Output
• Standalone Mode
• Power On/O
• USB 2.0 Compliant (24in / 24out)
• 24bit/96kHz
• Detachable Rack Ears
• All-Metal Design
• Free Software & Plugins