The ART USB II is a 2-input / 4-output USB audio and MIDI interface offering high resolution, user-friendly functionality, and a compact footprint for songwriters, beatmakers, and musicians, in personal, mobile, and project studios. It features two XLR-1/4" combo inputs with low-noise mic preamps and selectable phantom power, making it equally well suited for a variety of microphones and instruments.
The USB II utilizes 32-bit A/D-D/A converters to deliver accurate audio quality at sample rates up to 192 kHz. Outputs include stereo 1/4" main outs and a 1/4" headphone port with independent level controls and separate audio feeds—great for sending to monitors and a dedicated cue mix. The 5-pin MIDI I/O sockets on the rear panel allow easy hookup to external MIDI equipment such as a keyboard, synth, or sound module.
A front-panel switch for input monitoring lets you listen to the input signal with low latency and no routing required. Custom transformers are utilized to inhibit system noise and ground loops for quiet, quality performance. The included Cubasis LE software is a digital audio workstation that provides recording, editing, and mixing functions, perfect for getting started on your own musical creations.
- 32-bit A/D and D/A converters
- Supports sample rates from 44.1 to 192 kHz
- Low-noise discrete mic preamps
- Selectable 48 VDC phantom power
- Two XLR-1/4" combo inputs for mic sources or Hi-Z instruments such as electric guitar/bass
- Selectable input monitoring for zero-latency monitoring
- Independent controls for input gain, main output level, and headphone volume
- Balanced 1/4" jacks for main outputs 1-2
- Outputs 3-4 feed the stereo 1/4" headphone port
- USB 2.0 host connectivity
- USB powered for convenience and portability
- Transformer-isolated outputs