Record Vocals and Guitar Simultaneously!
The Audient iD4 delivers the audio performance of a large format console in a portable desktop package enabling you to record your vocals and guitar simultaneously. Providing one renowned Audient console mic pre, class-leading converter technology, dual headphone outputs, console-style monitor control, JFET D.I and our virtual scroll wheel technology ‘ScrollControl’, iD4 is a professional but affordable solution for your home studio or for when you’re on the road.
Features:
- 2-in/2-out USB Audio Interface
- 1 x Class-A Audient Console Mic Preamplifier
- 1 x Discrete JFET Instrument Input
- High-Performance Converters
- iD ScrollControl Mode
- Zero Latency Monitoring with Monitor Mix & Pan
- Main Speaker Output
- Class-AB Headphone Amplifier with Dual Outputs
- Monitor Control Functionality
- USB2.0 Bus Powered
- 24bit/96khz
- All-Metal Enclosure
- Windows, macOS and iOS compatible
- Over £500 worth of plugins and software with ARC
The professional sound you deserve
We are the only company that uses the same Class-A mic pre design throughout our entire product range, whether you’re in the studio with an Audient console or on the road with iD4, you’re always guaranteed the same world class Audient sound.
Mic Pre Technology
We take an insight into why our microphone preamplifier design has become so popular amongst so many professionals and hobbyists alike.
The Audient Mic Pre Guarantee
We are the only company that uses the same Class-A mic pre design throughout our entire product range, whether you’re in the studio with an Audient console or on the road with iD4, you’re always guaranteed the same renowned Audient sound.
Evolution of the Audient Mic Pre
Designed by David Dearden (of DDA & Advision Studios) back in 1997 the Audient mic pre is an all discrete high grade op amp design that delivers low noise, low distortion, and high common mode rejection at all gain levels…offering a faithful reproduction of the source with just enough colour to give the signal some character.
The Design Rationale
The microphone preamplifier has historically been the most difficult circuit block to design and also the block where designers have striven to express their individuality. David Dearden has always been on a quest for musical transparency and below he outlines his design.
Pristine Converter Technology
iD4 provides you with high-performance AD-DA converters. Quality in the analogue stages of design comes from years of experience as analogue console designers, and when coupled with outstanding converter technology it enables you to hear audio as it’s supposed to sound. The importance of converters should never be underestimated. Experience audio the Audient way.
Converter Technology
High-quality AD/DA converters are a vital factor in hearing what you’re recording or mixing accurately. We have chosen some of the best converters available to make sure all our products offer you stunning translation.
Scroll Control
With a touch of a button iD4’s volume encoder becomes a virtual scroll wheel, enabling you to adjust DAW hosts, plug-in parameters and even scroll through your iTunes library – just like you’re adjusting a piece of hardware. Wherever your mouse pointer hovers, the iD knob can scroll to control! And when you’re not using ScrollControl, pressing iD4’s volume encoder activates DIM, enabling you to quickly reduce the playback volume.
Plug and Play
iD4 has a harmonically rich JFET D.I input. Designed to replicate the input stage of a classic valve amplifier, you can plug your guitar, bass, keyboard or drum machine straight in and start recording instantly. Get professional quality recordings from the start and take your track to the next level.
Dual Headphone Outputs
Featuring a dual headphone output, iD4 enables you to collaborate with your friends and other artists. Whether you’re recording a guitar and a vocal, or just listening to music together, iD4 lets you plug in two sets of headphones, making it the perfect tool for jamming with your friends and capturing creativity as it happens. The dual headphone output also has both a jack and mini jack output, so no more need to carry around a pesky headphone adaptor.
iOS Compatible
iD4 supports iOS compatibility which means recording on the go is easier than ever. Watch the video to see just how easy it is to set up iD4 with an iOS device. All you need is a Camera Adapter Kit and a Powered USB Hub and you’re ready to start recording anywhere.
Built to Last
iD4 has been designed to last, from its all-metal construction, hand finished aluminium knobs and high grade component selection, iD4 will stand up to countless late nights in the studio and days on the road.
Technical Specifications:
Microphone Preamplifier:
- Mic Gain: 0 to 58 dB
- Line Gain: -10 to 48 dB (-10dB hardwired line pad)
- Phantom Power: 48V ±4V @ 10mA/Channel
- Mic EIN: <-126.0 dBu
- CMRR: >75dB @ 1kHz
- Maximum Input Level: +12 dBu (0 dBFS digital Maximum)
- Input Impedance (Mic): 2.8 kΩ Balanced
- Input Impedance (Line): >8kΩ Balanced
Frequency Response:
- ±0.1 dB 20Hz to 22kHz @ min. gain
- ±1.0 dB 20Hz to 22kHz @ max. gain
- Crosstalk: <-91 dBu
- THD+N @ 0dBu (1kHz): 0.0015% (-96.5dBu)
- SNR: 96 dB un-weighted, 99 dB A-weighted
- HPF: -3dB @ 100Hz, 2nd Order (12dB/Octave)
- XLR Combi Female : Pin 2 (Hot), Pin 3 (Cold) & Pin 1 (Shield)
- 1/4″ TRS Jack: TIP (Hot), RING (Cold) & SLEEVE (Shield)
D.I (Channel 1):
- D.I Gain: -5 to 35 dB
- Maximum Input Level: +8 dBu (0.6% THD typical)
- Input Impedance: >500kΩ Unbalanced
- Frequency Response: ±0.1 dB 20Hz to 22kHz
THD+N @ 0dBu (1kHz):
- <0.1% all musical 2nd and 3rd harmonics
- Typically 0.05% at 0dBu
- SNR: 87 dB un-weighted, 90dB A-weighted
- 1/4″ JACK: TIP (Hot) & SLEEVE (Shield)
Analogue To Digital Converter (Adc 1 & 2):
- Maximum Input Level: +12 dBu (0 dBFS digital maximum)
- Digital Reference Level: +12 dBu = 0 dBFS
- Frequency Response: ±0.1 dB 10Hz to Fs/2 (flat to nyquist)
- Crosstalk: -100 dBu @ 1kHz & 10kHz
- THD+N @ -1dBFS (1kHz): <0.001% (-100 dB)
- THD+N @ -6dBFS (1kHz): <0.0011% (-99.1 dB)
Dynamic Range:
- 112 dB un-weighted
- 114 dB A-weighted
Digital To Analogue Converter (Dac 1&2):
- Maximum Output Level: +12 dBu (0 dBFS digital maximum)
- Digital Reference Level: +12 dBu = 0 dBFS
- Output Impedance <100O
- Frequency Response: ±0.1 dB 10Hz to Fs/2 (flat to nyquist)
- Crosstalk: <-104 dBu @ 1kHz & 10kHz
- THD+N @ -1dBFS (1kHz): <0.0015% (-96.5 dB)
Dynamic Range:
- 112 dB un-weighted
- 115 dB A-weighted
- 1/4″ TRS Jack: TIP (Hot), RING (Cold) & SLEEVE (Shield)
Dual Headphone Output:
- Maximum Output Level: +12 dBu (0dBFS digital maximum)
- Digital Reference Level: +12 dBu = 0 dBFS
- Voltage Gain: +6 dB (optimised for loudness)
- Output Impedance: <30 O Balanced
- Frequency Response: ±1.0 dB 10Hz to Fs/2 (load dependant)
- Crosstalk: -98 dBu @ 1kHz & 10kHz
- THD+N @ -1dBFS (1kHz): <0.0012% (-98.4 dB)
Dynamic Range:
- 106 dB un-weighted
- 108 dB A-weighted
- Max Level Into 30Ohms: +3 dBu, 0.008% THD+N, Power: 80mW
- Max Level Into 60Ohms: +6 dBu, 0.005% THD+N, Power: 80mW
- Max Level Into 600Ohms: +12 dBu, 0.0025% THD+N, Power: 31mW
- 1/4″ TRS JACK: TIP (Left), RING (Right) & SLEEVE (Shield)
- 1/8″ Mini JACK: TIP (Left), RING (Right) & SLEEVE (Shield)
USB 2.0 High Speed:
Bus Power:
- 500mA @5V System Limit
- 420mA @5V Maximum (No 48V)
- No. of INPUT CHANNELS: 2 (2 Analogue)
- No. of OUTPUT CHANNELS: 2 (2 Analogue)
DSP Mixer Latency:
- Round Trip (in-to-out)
- 44.1kHz 1.583ms
- 48.0kHz 1.458ms
- 88.2kHz 0.792ms
- 96.0kHz 0.729ms