Audient has announced the launch of iD48, the 8 channel 24in / 32 out USB-C audio interface, previewing at this 2024’s NAMM show.
Audient’s Andrew Allen said, ”Since we launched the iD Desktop Interface Range, our customers have been shouting for us to deliver an 8-channel iD audio interface, so we are extremely excited to announce that it is finally here. iD48 is the ultimate Audient interface, building on the core feature set that has made the iD range so popular, delivering astonishing audio performance alongside an incredibly intuitive user experience – but this time with more than enough I/O to handle any session.”
iD48 is designed with producers and engineers in mind, delivering industry-standard features for the working pro. With Audient Console Mic Preamps, advanced 32-bit ESS converter technology as well as the all new Switchable Analogue Insert technology.
Expanding on the all new Switchable Insert technology Allen said, “For the first time ever, iD48’s Switchable routing enables you to select which source is feeding the ADC path. Letting you choose the Audient Console Mic Preamp or a DAW output to send to your outboard on a per channel basis – no fussing with cables. You can also bypass the Audient Mic Preamp altogether for a direct conversion path for recording.”
iD48’s audio performance is thanks to its eight ultra-low noise, low distortion Audient Console Mic Preamps which deliver 68dB gain. As with the entire iD range, the all discrete high grade op amp design is the same circuitry as found in the recording console, ASP8024-HE. “With iD48 we guarantee real analogue Audient Console Mic Preamps on your desktop – no copies, no emulations and no gimmicks,” underlined Allen.
Add to that, 32-bit ESS DAC converter technology designed to minimise quality loss whilst maximising performance during conversion, which results in a 126.5dB of dynamic range on the DACs.
“iD48 is designed to grow with our users, offering the option to add more inputs and outputs via ADAT, S/PDIF or SMUX – future-proofing your studio and giving you the ability to take on demanding multi-mic sessions with ease,” Allen added.
“You can connect, listen and reference your mixes through Main and Alt speaker outputs, or use the extra line outputs to send audio to an external headphone amp for distribution to your artists,” continued Allen.
Two independent stereo headphone amps also provide 124dB dynamic range and enough power to support headphones up to 600 Ohms. Fully compatible with iD Mixer, iD48 makes it easy to set up ultra-low latency direct monitoring, create stereo cue mixes or save layout presets – all from one app.