Zoom UAC-2 USB 3.0 Audio Interface for Mac and PC

Description:

Take your sound new heights with the high-speed, high-resolution, low-latency, and ultra-portable UAC-2 SuperSpeed USB 3.0 Audio converter. The bus-powered UAC-2 adds two channels of 24-bit/192 kHz high-resolution audio to any USB 2.0 or 3.0-equipped Windows or Mac computer—even to your iPad.* It utilizes SuperSpeed USB 3.0 technology for low latency and includes advanced features such as 4x upsampling, Loopback, and MIDI I/O. Plug in any microphone, line-level device, or instrument and use the UAC-2 for onstage playback, recording to a DAW, or enjoyment of high-res audio in your home or office. You can also use it for fast, low-latency podcasting, gaming, and other live streaming applications.

LIVE PERFORMANCE
Now you can get the best out of your laptop at every gig. The UAC-2 is portable, bus-powered (no AC connection required), and built rugged for the road, plus its advanced converters and support for USB 3.0 SuperSpeed ensures superior audio wherever your music takes you.

WEBCASTING, PODCASTING, GAMING AND LIVE-STREAMING
Broadcast your creativity, enhance your gaming experience, and share your performance with the world.  The UAC-2's Loopback function combines the input from connected mics, instruments, and line-level devices along with background music or other audio tracks being played back by your computer and then instantly routes a custom blend of the signals to your streaming software.

EXTEND YOUR CAPABILITIES WITH SOFTWARE
UAC-2 MixEfx is a free Macintosh and Windows compatible application designed specially by Zoom for the UAC-2. With UAC-2 MixEfx, you can set mix parameters and add high-quality effects such as reverb and echo. Other features include a low cut filter, phase reverse, AUTO GAIN control for each input. UAC-2 MixEfx even has three memory slots for saving user settings with quick recall.

Features:

2-in/2-out SuperSpeed USB 3.0 audio interface
Support for recording and playback up to 24-bit/192 kHz
Loopback function for webcasting, podcasting, gaming, and other live streaming applications
Low latency overdubbing and direct monitoring for zero-latency monitoring in mono or stereo
Two combo balanced XLR/TRS input connectors accept both mic- and line-level signal
Hi-Z switches allow direct connection of electric guitar or bass
Switchable +48V phantom power
Two balanced TRS output jacks for connection to amplifiers or self-powered speakers
¼" headphone jack with dedicated level control
Independent gain controls and clip LEDs for each input
Large knob output volume control
Direct Monitoring switch for zero latency monitoring in mono or stereo
MIDI In and Out
Compatible with all popular DAW and streaming software, including Cubase, Logic, Garage Band, Pro Tools, Ableton Live, and others
High-performance mic preamps with up to +60dB of amplification
120dB of dynamic range
4x upsampling during A/D and D/A conversion for reduced noise and enhanced fidelity
Asynchronous transfer system unaffected by computer jitter
Bus powered—no AC power required
Robust metal housing ensures roadworthiness
Works with all USB 3.0-equipped computers and iPads*
* Optional power adapter and Apple Camera Connection kit or Lightning to USB Camera Adapter required)

Specifications:

In- and outputs
Number of mic inputs 2
Number of instrument inputs 2
Number of analog outputs 1 to 2
Number of line inputs 1 to 2
Digital outputs None
Digital inputs None

Interface specifications
Max. digital channels usable simultaneously 2
Max. analog channels usable simultaneously 2
Max. Sampling rate 192 kHz
Interface USB
Max. Resolution in bit 24 bit

Options
XLR outputs No
incl. power supply No
Phantom power supply Yes
Word Clock No
MIDI I/O Yes
Bus-Powered Yes
IOS without adapter No
Direct Recording Yes
DSP-Mixer No
Phono inputs No
DSP effects No
19" Design No