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- Zoom U-44 USB Audio Interface, the most powerful and comprehensive in the new range of USB Audio Interfaces from Zoom.
- Small enough to fit in the palm of your hand, includes a wide selection of inputs and outputs at an affordable price.
- A compact, 4-in/4-out audio interface that enables you to record and perform wherever you are.
- Offers the same high-quality, low-noise mic preamps as Zoom's acclaimed H5 and H6 Handy Recorders.
Zoom U-44 USB Audio Interface
The Centerpiece of your Mobile Studio
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 Zoom's acclaimed H5 and H6 Handy Recorders, plus 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.
The World is Your Studio
Wherever you want to record, the bus-powered U-44 forms the perfect centrepiece 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.
Thanks to its 10-pin Zoom connector, the U-44 is compatible with all of our interchangeable input capsules (sold separately), representing a powerful field recording setup. Choose from six capsules, X/Y, Shock Mount X/Y, Mid-Side, Shotgun, Stereo Shotgun, and Dual XLR/TRS Combo Input, each with its own unique applications. Record the audience during your live performance, or connect our SSH-6 Stereo Shotgun for dialogue and sound design on your latest film project.
* 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 iPhone / iPad.
Pristine Recording and Playback
Inspired by Zoom's H-series recorders, the U-44 is equipped with high-performance, low-noise mic preamps that enable recording and playback at resolutions up to 24-bit/96 kHz. You can also use U-44 as a studio-quality headphone amp and listen to your favourite music in full fidelity.
Connections
The U-44 features a full array of inputs and outputs so you’ll always be prepared for any recording or live performance. Two combo inputs with independent gain knobs and multi-colour level indicators provide flexibility for connecting mics, keyboards, and mixers. 48V phantom power can be supplied to inputs 1 and 2, and input 1 supports Hi-Z input for connecting passive guitars, basses, or other instruments. MIDI I/O jacks enable synchronization with devices like electronic keyboards, controllers, and synthesizer or sampler modules.
Multiple output options, including 1/4”, RCA, and S/PDIF, allow you to connect DJ mixers, speakers, and more. Monitoring your mixes is easy thanks to a dedicated headphone output with independent volume control. The direct monitor knob makes it possible to blend your headphone mix between the input and playback signals, perfect for live electronic music performance and DJ’ing.
Control Your Mix, Standalone AD/DA Conversion, Feature-Rich Mobile Recording
With advanced monitoring options, the U-44 lets you dial in your ideal mix. Create a balanced headphone mix between your click track and main out signals during live performances. Or balance the cue and main out signals when you’re DJ’ing. The outputs of channels A and B can be muted, providing even more control. Plus, direct monitoring enables you to hear the live signal you’re recording without latency, simply adjust between the input and computer playback signals to create the perfect mix.
When you’re transferring audio, high-quality AD/DA conversion is critical. The U-44 functions in standalone mode as a high-quality mic preamp and AD/DA converter to ensure complete transparency when converting audio formats.
You can choose between a 44.1 or 48 kHz sampling rate for conversion.
- Connect digital audio gear to analogue amps and mixers
- Create digital samples for your songs
- Digitize your analogue records and tapes
The U-44 is small enough to carry in your jacket pocket or backpack, without sacrificing features. Plus, all of the connectors and knobs are strategically positioned for fast access.
Create More with Your U-44
Bundled with Ableton Live Lite, the U-44 has everything the modern music creator needs. This integrated software lets you record tracks quickly and intuitively, enhancing them with studio-quality effects like EQ, compression, reverb, delay, chorus, filter, and more. Plus, Ableton’s performance workflows let you take your music to the stage where you can mix and record live.
Cubasis LE, a 4-track audio recording/editing/mixing app for iPad with an intuitive ‘touch’ user interface, is now available for the U-22.
What's in the Box:
- Operation manual
- USB Cable
- Ableton Live Lite software download code
Specifications | ANALOG IN: INPUT 1/2
ANALOG IN: MIC IN
ANALOG OUT: MAIN OUT L/R
ANALOG OUT: LINE OUT 1/2
ANALOG OUT: PHONES
DIGITAL IN/OUT: S/PDIF OPTICAL
DIGITAL IN/OUT: S/PDIF COAXIAL
Additional Specifications
U-44 SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
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Connectivity | USB, MIDI, SPDIF |
No. of Mic Preamps | 4 |
No. Instrument Inputs | 2 |
No. of Line Inputs | 2 |
No. of Line Outputs | 6 |
No. of Digital Ins | 2 |
No. of Digital Outs | 2 |
No. of Headphone Outputs | 1 |