Zoom U-44

The U-44 is a compact, 4-in/4-out audio interface that enables you to record and perform wherever you are. Small enough to fit in the palm of your hand, the U-44 comes equipped with the features you need to record 24-bit / 96 kHz audio anywhere.The U-44 offers the same high-quality, low-noise mic preamps as our acclaimed H5 and H6 Handy Recorders,... moreplus compatibility with Zoom’s Interchangeable Input Capsules for incredible possibilities. Use the U-44 with your PC, Mac, or iPad via USB—or as a standalone AD/DA converter and mic preamp. No other audio interface provides this much versatility, value, and performance.Wherever you want to record, the bus-powered U-44 forms the perfect centerpiece of your mobile studio. Connect instruments, monitors, and other devices when you’re recording at home—or hook it up to your iPad to make music on the go. If bus power isn’t available, the U-44 can run on just two AA batteries, allowing you to record anywhere.Note: Requires 2 AA batteries or optional AC adapter for power, plus an Apple iPad Camera Connection Kit or Lightning-to-USB Camera Adapter for connection to iPad.Zoom U-44 Features:Multi-channel and stereo USB audio interface for PC/MacConnect to iPad with Apple iPad Camera Connection Kit or Lightning-to-USB Camera Adapter (sold separately), plus 2 AA batteries or optional AC adapter for powerTwo mic/line inputs with high-performance mic preampsHigh-quality recording and playback at resolutions up to 24-bit/96 kHzCompatible with Zoom interchangeable input capsules via 10-pin connectorStandalone AD/DA conversionFunctions as a two-channel mic preamp with analog and digital outputsApproximately 4 hours of operation with 2 AA alkaline batteriesIncludes download code for Ableton Live 9 LiteFour-channel simultaneous inputsHi-Z support (input 1)Zero-latency direct monitoringThree TRS phone jack outputsDedicated RCA L/R and headphone outputsMIDI I/OS/PDIF optical/coaxial input and outputGain control knobs for each input+48V phantom power for inputs 1 and 2Accepts standard AA alkaline or NiMH rechargeable batteriesZoom U-44 Specifications:ANALOG IN: Input 1/2Connector: TRS/XLR combo jacks (XLR: 2 hot, TRS: TIP hot)Input gain: 0 – 43 dBInput impedance: 2.6 k Ohm (MIC IN) 1.1 M Ohm (when Hi-Z ON)Maximum input level: +2.7 dBu (MIC IN) /+20.7 dBu (TRS IN)Phantom power: +48VANALOG IN: Mic InSupported Zoom Input Capsules: XYH-6, MSH-6, SGH-6, EXH-6, SSH-6,XYH-5ANALOG OUT: Main Out L/RConnector: TRS phone jacks (unbalanced)Maximum output level: +10 dBu (at 0 dBFS)Output impedance: 330 OhmANALOG OUT: Line Out 1/2Connector: RCA (coaxial)Maximum output level: +8 dBu (at 0 dBFS)Output impedance: 1 kOhmANALOG OUT: PhonesConnector:Standard stereo phone jack30 mW x 2 (into 32 Ohm load)Maximum output level: +10 dBu (at 0 dBFS)Output impedance: 33 OhmDIGITAL IN/OUT: S/PDIF OpticalConnector: TOSLINKSupported sampling frequencies: 96 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 48 kHz, 44.1 kHzDIGITAL IN/OUT: S/PDIF