Audient iD44 MKII

Audient iD44 MKII｜Studio Core-Grade 20-in/24-out USB-C Audio Interface

Inject the Analog Soul of a Large Console into Your Digital Workstation

The Audient iD44 MKII is a flagship USB-C audio interface designed for large projects and professional studios. It features four Class A microphone preamps of the same caliber as Audient's flagship console ASP8024-HE, and also includes two fully balanced Insert connectors, allowing you to seamlessly integrate your beloved external analog effects. With dual ADAT digital expansion, the total channel count can reach an impressive 20-in/24-out, effortlessly handling complex challenges like drum kits and simultaneous band recording.

Compared to traditional desktop audio interfaces, the iD44 MKII's advantage lies in its unparalleled expandability and professional workflow. In addition to two classic JFET DI instrument inputs, it also offers a dedicated Word Clock output, two independent headphone amplifiers, and console-grade monitoring functions like Dim, Cut, and Talkback, plus the Audio Loop-back function designed for live streaming and content creation. For creators who wish to integrate external hardware into their digital workflow to build a truly hybrid recording system, the iD44 MKII provides an unmatched powerful core.

Quick Facts

Brand: Audient
Model: iD44 MKII
Simultaneous I/O: 20 In / 24 Out (with ADAT)
Core Features: Audio Loop-back, Dual ADAT Optical Expansion
Mic Preamps: 4 x Audient Class A Console-Grade Preamps
Professional Connectors: Dual Balanced Inserts, Dual JFET DI, Word Clock Output
Applicable Scenarios: Professional Studios, Drum Recording, Simultaneous Band Recording, Live Streaming, External Effects Integration

Who Should Buy the Audient iD44 MKII?

使用者建議分析(點此展開)

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適合誰購買

Music producers who need to record multiple microphones and instruments simultaneously, such as recording drum kits or small bands.
Advanced users with multiple external analog effects processors who wish to seamlessly integrate them via Insert connectors.
Content creators who need Audio Loop-back functionality for high-quality live streaming, podcasts, or online teaching.
Professional recording engineers with extremely high demands for sound quality, seeking studio-grade AD/DA conversion and clock precision.

誰不適合購買

Beginners who only need to record 1-2 tracks of vocals or instruments and don't require extensive I/O.
Home recording musicians with a limited budget who don't need balanced Inserts or dual ADAT expansion.
Users who primarily create on the go and need a portable audio interface powered by USB bus.

Audient iD44 MKII Core Technologies and Features

4 Audient Class A Console-Grade Mic Preamps: Equipped with the same discrete Class A microphone preamp circuits as Audient's flagship recording console ASP8024-HE, offering ultra-low noise, low distortion, and a warm, transparent classic British analog sound.
Fully Balanced Insert Connectors: Provides two fully balanced Insert Send/Return between the preamp and A/D converter, allowing you to easily connect external analog compressors, EQs, or effects, seamlessly integrating the sound of classic hardware into your digital recording workflow.
Audio Loop-back Function: The newly added Audio Loop-back function allows you to mix computer audio with microphone input for recording. It's ideal for content creators, podcasters, and streamers, easily enabling high-quality live streaming or online teaching.
Industry-Leading AD/DA Converters: New converter technology delivers an astonishing 121dB Dynamic Range (ADC) and 126dB Dynamic Range (DAC), ensuring your recordings capture every subtle dynamic and that you hear the most accurate sound details during monitoring.
Dual ADAT Optical Expansion Capability: Through dual ADAT or S/PDIF optical inputs/outputs, you can expand by up to 16 additional channels, transforming the iD44 MKII into a powerful 20-in/24-out recording core, easily recording drum kits or an entire band.
Advanced Monitoring Control Functions: Features professional console-grade monitoring controls such as Dim, Cut, Polarity (phase invert), Mono (mono sum), Talkback, and Cue Mix, giving you complete control over every aspect of recording and mixing.
Dedicated Word Clock Output: Equipped with a standard BNC Word Clock output connector, ensuring all digital equipment in your studio can perfectly synchronize with the iD44 MKII's high-precision master clock, preventing digital signal jitter and maintaining the most stable sound quality.
Dual JFET DI Instrument Inputs: Directly plug in your guitar or bass to get rich harmonics and full tone derived from classic tube amplifiers. Two independent JFET DIs add just the right amount of color and punch to your instrument's sound.
ScrollControl™ Virtual Scroll Wheel: With a single press, the iD44 MKII's volume knob transforms into a virtual scroll wheel, allowing you to precisely control faders, plugin parameters in your DAW, and even computer system volume.
Robust All-Metal Chassis: Features an all-aluminum alloy casing and hand-finished aluminum knobs, providing not only a professional appearance but also an extremely sturdy and durable structure, capable of withstanding various demanding environments.

Audient Console Mic Preamps

The iD44 MKII features four Class A discrete microphone preamps identical to those found in Audient's flagship recording console, the ASP8024-HE. Designed by legendary engineer David Dearden, these preamps are renowned for their ultra-low noise and low distortion characteristics, while also delivering just the right amount of classic analog warmth. Regardless of the audio source you're recording, it provides detailed, transparent, and true-to-source professional sound quality.

Mic Gain: 60dB of pristine gain, sufficient to drive various low-output microphones.
Equivalent Input Noise (EIN): -129.5 dBu, for an extremely clean background.
Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise (THD+N): Only 0.0017%, ensuring the original purity of the sound.

Professional Monitoring Control Center

The iD44 MKII is more than just an audio interface; it's a fully-featured desktop monitoring controller. It offers monitoring functions typically found only on large consoles, giving you complete control during recording and mixing.

Speaker Switching: Connect two pairs of monitor speakers and quickly switch between A/B groups for comparison.
Talkback Function: Assign any audio source connected to the computer (such as a built-in microphone) as a talkback mic for easy communication with musicians in the studio.
Dim and Cut: Quickly reduce monitoring volume or mute completely without changing the main volume settings.
Phase Invert and Mono Sum: Quickly check for phase issues and mono compatibility in your mix.

Bundled Software

"ARC" Creator Software Suite

Rhodes V8
Excite Audio Lifeline Lite Bundle
Softube Flow Guitar Essentials
GForce M-Tron Select
Two Notes Torpedo Wall of Sound
Strymon Cloudburst
GForce AXXESS
Sonarworks
Waldorf Edition 2 LE
Output Arcade
Spitfire Audio
Steinberg Cubase LE 3 & Cubasis LE 3
Steinberg Retrologue 2
Loopcloud
Produce Like a Pro (3 free online courses)
※ Bundled software and promotional content are subject to the manufacturer's current offerings.

Technical Specifications

Platform	Mac, PC
Computer Connection	USB-C (USB 3.0)
Form Factor	Desktop
Simultaneous I/O	20 x 24
Mic Preamps	4
Phantom Power	48V, independently switchable
A/D Resolution	24-bit/96kHz
Analog Inputs	4 x XLR-1/4" Combo (Mic/Line), 2 x 1/4" (JFET Instrument), 2 x 1/4" (Insert Return)
Analog Outputs	4 x 1/4" (Line Out), 2 x 1/4" (Insert Send)
Digital Inputs	2 x Optical (ADAT/S/PDIF)
Digital Outputs	2 x Optical (ADAT/S/PDIF)
Headphone Output	2 x 1/4" (independent volume control)
Clock I/O	1 x BNC (Word Clock Out)
Bundled Software	Professional recording/mixing software suite included
Operating System (Mac)	macOS 10.13.6 or later
Operating System (PC)	Windows 10 or later
Power Source	12V DC power adapter (included)
Dimensions	27.6 x 17.4 x 5.1 cm
Weight	1.75 kg

Audient iD44 MKII Pros and Cons

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Pros

Equipped with four flagship console-grade microphone preamps, delivering premium analog sound quality.
Powerful expandability, with dual ADAT allowing expansion to 20 In/24 Out, suitable for large recording projects.
New Audio Loop-back function perfectly meets modern content creation needs like live streaming and podcasts.
Features balanced Insert connectors for seamless integration of external analog effects, creating a hybrid workflow.
All-metal chassis and professional monitoring control functions provide a stable and reliable operating experience.

Notes to Know

To ensure stable power supply and high performance, the included external power adapter must be used; it cannot be powered via USB bus.
For individual creators who only need 1-2 tracks of recording, the features might be overkill, and more economical options are available.
Not equipped with traditional 5-pin MIDI I/O connectors; a USB-MIDI converter needs to be purchased separately if MIDI devices are required.

Audient iD44 MKII FAQ

Q：What are the main differences between the Audient iD44 MKII 20-in/24-out USB-C Audio Interface and the iD24?

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A：The iD44 MKII offers four microphone preamps (compared to two on the iD24), dual ADAT expandability, and Audio Loop-back functionality, making it suitable for users who need more tracks for simultaneous recording and live streaming.

Q：How is the iD44 MKII's Audio Loop-back function used?

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A：This function allows you to mix computer audio with microphone input for direct recording or live streaming, making it ideal for game streamers, online educators, or podcast recording, without complex software setup.

Q：As an individual creator, mainly recording vocals and guitar, do I need to buy the iD44 MKII?

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A：If you don't need to record more than four audio sources simultaneously, the iD14 MKII or iD24 from the same series can offer the same sound quality and core features, potentially being a more cost-effective choice.

Q：What is the purpose of the iD44 MKII's two ADAT inputs?

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A：The dual ADAT ports allow you to expand up to 16 input channels at 44.1/48kHz Sample Rate, or still expand 8 channels at high Sample Rates of 88.2/96kHz, ensuring flexibility for professional recording.

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DOA / Non-human defects: Within 7 days of purchase, after verification, customers may request return or replacement.
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