{"product_id":"axe-i-o","title":"AXE I\/O","description":"\u003cp\u003eHigh-end sound meets best-in-class guitar tone\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePremium audio interface with advanced guitar tone shaping\u003cbr\u003eThe audio interface guitar players were waiting for\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSince they pioneered guitar amp \u0026amp; effects modelling in 2002, IK Multimedia has spent more time studying guitar and amp recording than possibly anyone else on the planet. Modeling over 400 pieces of gear has required tens of thousands of hours painstakingly measuring the interactions between instruments, pickups and amplifier circuits, not to mention the cooperation of the world’s most iconic guitar players, amplifier manufacturers, and engineers to learn how to create and capture great guitar tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAXE I\/O brings all that experience to you.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“AXE I\/O ups my game in the studio”……Joe Satriani\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAXE I\/O is a professional 2 in\/5 out audio interface – and controller – designed specifically with the needs of the recording guitarist in mind, providing best-in-class sound quality and powerful features aimed squarely at making your recordings faster, easier and better than ever.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAXE I\/O offers an exclusive triple-topology, fully discrete input circuit, with both PURE and JFET input stages, to go from transparent to tube-like with just a single switch.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIts patent-pending Z-Tone™ impedance-adapting circuit interacts with your guitar’s pick-ups to give you a massive range of tonal flexibility, you’ve never heard before.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlus AXE I\/O includes a dedicated Amp Out, so you can process your recording with real guitar amps and stomps without the need for external accessories (and without having to unplug your existing connections!). This low-noise out also eliminates ground loops, to keep even the highest-gain re-amplification as quiet as possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAnd AXE I\/O seamlessly integrates with AmpliTube to select presets and control values via the front input knob, and lets you connect pedals and switches to get the most from your virtual rig without ever taking your hands off your axe.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThey even included an onboard tuner so you can be ready to record in an instant whenever inspiration strikes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery element of AXE I\/O has been created with no-compromise quality and real-world usefulness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt’s the interface we wish we’d had all along.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA truly high-end audio interface for everybody\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e117 dB dynamic range, 3 Hz – 32 kHz frequency response – these aren’t the specs you typically find on instrument inputs. But they’re essential to capturing the most accurate details of your performance, for coaxing the best performance from your instrument, and for keeping your sound pure and transparent.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAXE I\/O provides 2 Hi-Z front ¼” inputs for guitars and basses, 2 rear combo inputs with phantom power to connect mics and line instruments, and clear precision front peak meters to conveniently monitor the signal level at the channels input. Two floating balanced outputs, two unbalanced and one floating unbalanced Amp out plus a high-current headphone out let you connect monitors, mains and headphones, with independent volume for both. A Monitor knob makes it easy to blend direct monitoring and the audio from your computer for zero latency monitoring.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e24-bit, 192 kHz conversion and an ultra-stable, low jitter internal clock ensures the highest fidelity, whether you’re capturing vocals, acoustic instruments, amplified guitar or just direct signal for use with AmpliTube.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBut that’s just scratching the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYour guitar’s golden channel\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAXE I\/O’s main channel offers 3 different circuit topologies – that means you have 3 different options to adapt to any type of guitar, pick-up and style so you can always dial in the perfect tone from any instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAll three stages offer 117 dB dynamic range to ensure the cleanest signal. And the 3 Hz – 32 kHz frequency response preserves the full sonic impact of your instrument. Unlike the 20 Hz bass response in budget interfaces, AXE I\/O captures the full impact of even the deepest bass and won’t artificially cut off sounds above 20 kHz.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTone and feel like you’ve never heard\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGuitar pickups can dramatically change their character depending on the impedance of your preamp. Many guitar amps offer a load of 1 MOhms, while pedals can run much lower. That’s why the tone and responsiveness of your guitar can change so much when plugging into different gear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAXE I\/O’s patent pending Z-TONE™ circuit lets you dial in impedance from 1 MOhm (“sharp”) down to 2.2 kOhms (“bold”) that interacts with your pick-ups.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt the maximum impedance, you’ll find your sound tighter, sharper and more precise. Increase the load and the sound becomes more thick and bold.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou’ll quickly find yourself using this to give your guitars even more sonic character – with just a few minutes’ experimentation you can dial in a sound that fits the mix beautifully, as if it’s been EQ’d.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePURE mic preamps for transparent recording\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen it comes to recording with microphones, AXE I\/O offers two PURE mic preamps designed for transparent and clean recording.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese mic pres offer a wide, flat frequency response: 5 Hz to 32 kHz, ± 0.5 dB (at 96 kHz) to avoid unwanted coloration and perfectly preserve the sonic character of your acoustic guitar, piano or other instrument, and maintain the signature of whichever mics you connect.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThey offer 116 dB of dynamic range, for ultra-quiet sound perfect for recording even the most delicate instruments, but make it easy to also pull back and record the loudest amp stack.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTone Modelling and Re-amplification made easier than ever\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAXE I\/O also includes a dedicated Amp Out, so you can create the perfect Tone Models of your amps and pedals using TONEX for Mac\/PC. Or process your recorded tracks using real guitar amps and stomps without the need for external accessories (and without having to unplug your gear). This low-noise output also eliminates ground loops during amplification and Tone Modeling to keep your high-gain amps as quiet as possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt’s simple: connect the Amp Out to your amp, then mic it up using AXE I\/O microphone preamp. Now you can create a perfect Tone Model using TONEX for Mac\/PC. Capture a clean copy of your signal while recording and feed it back to your amp afterwards to experiment with different amp, stompbox and microphone settings without re-recording countless takes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAXE I\/O offers a simple, streamlined reamplification setup in a single box to save you time, money and energy and open up unlimited sonic flexibility for all your guitar recordings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSeamless AmpliTube integration – and more\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor those who prefer in-the-box modeling, AXE I\/O also offers a range of useful features.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFirst, a Preset knob lets you quickly and easily scroll through AmpliTube presets. Just push the knob to select and load one. You can find the perfect preset without ever having to grab a mouse. And if you use any other software, the Preset knob can be freely assigned to any CC so you can have direct control of your preferred virtual rig.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSecond, two dedicated controller inputs let you connect up to two expression pedals or two single\/double switches to control AmpliTube, or any other software, in real-time while playing. With AmpliTube’s MIDI Learn function, just right-click on any parameter you want to control, move the pedal, and it’s assigned. You can do up to 6 different controller configurations with AXE I\/O, mixing pedals and switches, to suit your needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou can also use AXE I\/O’s MIDI input and output to connect floor controllers or iRig Stomp I\/O to add even more real-time controls – or use it with regular keyboards and other standard MIDI gear. There’s also a dedicated tuner on the front panel, making it easier to tune in between takes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAnd we’ve worked hard to ensure AXE I\/O offers minimal latency, giving you the tightest response and feel while tracking.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdvanced digital control \u0026amp; routing\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAXE I\/O also includes a powerful, convenient Control Panel application to manage inputs \u0026amp; outputs, assign routing \u0026amp; controller inputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn the INTERFACE tab, you can view the active inputs, enable phantom power and control the ground lift to dial in the least noise for your setup. Adjust output volume, direct monitoring routing, select the sample rate and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe CONTROLLER tab gives you control over the preset knob and 2 controller inputs. Set behavior, MIDI channel, MIDI CC #, minimum and maximum values, and more, to dial in the best settings for whatever application you want to control.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe AXE I\/O Control Panel lets you keep focused on your work, instead of adjusting settings on the unit itself, for a faster, freer workflow.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat’s new in AXE I\/O Control Panel v.1.1.0\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRoute instrument input 1 directly to the Amp output to record both DI and amplified signals simultaneously, with zero latency.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTuner can now be configured to mute inputs when engaged, for silent tuning.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOutputs 1 \u0026amp; 2 can now be mirrored to outputs 3 \u0026amp; 4, to send the same signal to two different destinations more easily.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA full-blown analog in-the-box studio – out of the box\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAXE I\/O offers a massive bundle of software and plug-ins, so you have everything you need to track, mix and master your music right out of the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe included AmpliTube 5 SE and TONEX SE for Mac\/PC offer hundreds of ultra-accurate models of guitar and bass amps, cabs, pedals, mics and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeatures\u003cbr\u003eConnections\u003cbr\u003e2 in \/ 5 out (one low-noise Amp out)\u003cbr\u003e2 ultra-low noise mic in\/balanced line in\u003cbr\u003eTriple topology guitar input with Z-TONE™\u003cbr\u003e2 balanced monitor out \/ 2 line out\u003cbr\u003eReference headphones out\u003cbr\u003e2 fully configurable external control input\u003cbr\u003eMIDI input\/output\u003cbr\u003eUSB 2.0 compatible with Mac\/PC\u003cbr\u003eBest-in-class guitar tone\u003cbr\u003eSelectable Active\/Passive\/discrete JFET\/Pure instrument preamp\u003cbr\u003ePatent pending Z-TONE® input for a tonal palette never heard before\u003cbr\u003eAmp Out for reamplification or Tone Modeling using TONEX for Mac\/PC\u003cbr\u003eComes with AmpliTube 5 SE and TONEX SE for Mac\/PC\u003cbr\u003eConnect up to 2 expression pedals, single and double-switches\u003cbr\u003eFully assignable data-knob – for AmpliTube preset browsing and more\u003cbr\u003eBuilt-in Tuner\u003cbr\u003eRugged\/compact metal housing\u003cbr\u003ePremium studio sound\u003cbr\u003eHigh-resolution ultra low-noise Class A microphone preamps\u003cbr\u003eBest-in-class conversion and superior analog design\u003cbr\u003eAsynchronous USB audio, ultra low conversion jitters for premium quality\u003cbr\u003e117dB dynamic range\u003cbr\u003eIncludes control software\u003cbr\u003eUp to 192 kHz sampling rate\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Axe I\/O can also be purchased ‘to the max’ in a bundle with AmpliTube 5 MAX and ToneX MAX\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAxe I\/O Bundle\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"IK Multimedia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46231842553900,"sku":"IKMT_IP-INT-AXEIO","price":739.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2970\/9956\/files\/image-70bdee1b-eb71-4f03-bc01-0deaf04c2ffb.webp?v=1790148326","url":"https:\/\/roycemusic.com.au\/products\/axe-i-o","provider":"roycemusic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}