The Audient ID44 is a 20-in 24-out desktop USB audio interface featuring four world-renown Audient mic preamps, class-leading converters as well as ADAT and S/PDIF I/O, providing the sonic performance of Audient consoles and the monitoring function that has made the iD range so popular.
The Audient iD44 boasts 4 Audient mic preamps, the same as those found on their flagship ASP8024-HE, providing ultra-low noise and distortion, giving you an accurate reproduction of your source. In addition. two JFET D.I. inputs are provided, recreating the input stage of a classic Valve amplifier. This allows you to connect your guitar, bass or even synthesizers and get recording fast. Two optical connectors let you increase your track count by connecting ADAT-ready mic preamps or S/PDIF-ready sources, up to 16 channels (at 44.1kHz / 48kHz). Finally, two fully balanced insert points allow you to quickly insert your favourite processor, while giving you access to the analogue to digital stage, providing great way to print your mix or integrating your outboard as cleanly as possible.
Furthermore, the iD44 features all new high-performance AD/DA conversion, designed to provide increased dynamic range for more detail and accurate translation. Independent headphone outputs are also provided powered by their own DAC (digital-to-analogue converter) for stunning depth and accuracy.
In addition to a stunning audio interface, the iD44 is also a flexible monitor controller providing talkback, cut and dim functions as well as polarity reversal, mono, speaker select and cue mix monitoring. Three programmable functions also provided user-defined monitoring shortcuts. the iD44 lets you use any available audio source connected to your computer to be used as talkback whether it is your built-in microphone or an external USB mic.
Now it also comes with free plugins and creative software with ARC including Steinberg’s Cubase LE and Cubasis LE2 (for iOS), Waldorf PPG 2.2, attack and D-Pole,10 free masters for automated mastering service LANDR (£120), 2 free courses and a £20 voucher for online audio educators Producertech.
