USB 3.0 Audio Interface Take your sound new heights with the high-speed, high-resolution, low-latency, and ultra-portable UAC-2 USB 3.0 Superspeed Audio converter. The bus-powered UAC-2 adds two channels of 24-bit/192 kHz high-resolution audio to any USB 2.0 or 3.0-equipped Windows or Mac computer—even to your iPad.* It utilizes USB 3.0 SuperSpeed technology for low latency and includes advanced features such as 4x upsampling, Loopback, and MIDI I/O. Plug in any microphone, line-level device, or instrument and use the UAC-2 for onstage playback, recording to a DAW, or enjoyment of high-res audio in your home or office. You can also use it for fast low-latency webcasting, podcasting, gaming, and other live streaming applications. * Optional power adapter and Apple Camera Connection kit or Lightning to USB Camera Adapter required 2-in/2-out USB 3.0 SuperSpeed audio interface Support for recording and playback up to 24-bit/192 kHz Loopback function for webcasting, podcasting, gaming, and other live streaming applications Low latency overdubbing and direct monitoring for zero-latency monitoring in mono or stereo Two combo balanced XLR/TRS input connectors accept both mic- and line-level signal Hi-Z switches allow direct connection of electric guitar or bass Switchable +48V phantom power Two balanced TRS output jacks for connection to amplifiers or self-powered speakers ¼" headphone jack with dedicated level control Independent gain controls and clip LEDs for each input Large knob output volume control Direct Monitoring switch for zero latency monitoring in mono or stereo MIDI In and Out Compatible with all popular DAW and streaming software, including Cubase, Logic, Garage Band, Pro Tools, Ableton Live, and others High-performance mic preamps with up to +60 dB of amplification 120 dB of dynamic range 4x upsampling during A/D and D/A conversion for reduced noise and enhanced fidelity Asynchronous transfer system unaffected by computer jitter Bus powered—no AC power required Robust metal housing ensures roadworthiness Works with all USB 3.0-equipped computers and iPads* * Optional power adapter and Apple Camera Connection kit or Lightning to USB Camera Adapter required Inputs Input 1/2 connectors: XLR/TRS combo jacks(XLR: 2 hot / TRS: TIP hot) Input gain: 0 to 60dB in 1dB steps Input impedance: 5kΩ (1 MΩ (when Hi-Z ON) Maximum input level: +12 dBu (@0dBFs) Phantom power: +48V L/R Output Type: ¼" TRS jack (Balanced) Maximum output level: +14 dBu (@0dBFs) Output impedance: 100Ω Phones Output Type: ¼" stereo phone jack20mW + 20mW (into 32Ω load) Maximum output level: +8 dBu (@0dBFs) Output impedance: 33Ω Dynamic range A/D: 118dB typical (IHF-A) D/A: 120dB typical (IHF-A) Number of audio channels Recording: 2 Playback: 2 OTHER Frequency characteristics: -1.0 dB: 20 Hz - 60 kHz @ 192kHz-1.0 dB: 20 Hz - 40 kHz @ 96kHz-1.0 dB: 20 Hz - 20 kHz @ 44.1kHz Measured conversion noise (EIN): -125dBu (IHF-A) @ 60dB, 150Ω input Sampling frequencies: 192kHz, 176.4kHz, 96kHz, 88.2kHz, 48kHz, 44.1kHz Bit depth: 24-bit Interface: USB 3.0 MIDI In/Out: 5-pin DIN jack Power source: USB 3.0 Bus Power /AD-14 AC adapter (DC 5V 1A) Power consumption: 5 W maximum Dimensions: 113.9mm(D) x 176.0mm(W) x 46.2mm (H) Weight: 750g *0dBm?0.775Vrms UAC-2 System Requirements Windows: OS? Windows® 7 SP1 or later / 8 / 8.1 / 10 (32bit/64bit)CPU: Intel® Core i3 or faster*USB: USB 3.0/USB 2.0** * Operation is not guaranteed with CPUs from Atom, Celeron or Pentium series or CPUs made by AMD.** Only USB host controllers with Intel Chipsets are supported. Operation is not guaranteed when used with USB hubs or expansion cards. Mac: OS? Mac® OS X 10.8.5 or later / 10.9 / 10.10 / 10.11CPU: Intel® Core i3 or fasterUSB: USB 3.0/USB 2.0* * Operation is not guaranteed when used with USB hubs or expansion cards. iPad: OS? iOS 7.1 or later * Optional power adapter(AD-14) and Apple Camera Connection kit or Lightning to USB Camera Adapter required.