PreSonus AudioBox USB 2×2 USB recording interface reviewed here. The AudioBox USB is a USB bus-powered audio recording interface featuring 2 microphone/instrument inputs with 48V phantom power, 2 balanced TRS outputs, and MIDI in/out. It boasts 2 PreSonus mic preamps and Studio One Artist DAW software. Capture your ideas wherever you go.
PreSonus AudioBox USB Audio Interface: Pros & Cons
- Pros: USB powered so no power plug. “Inputs/Playback” knob gives you adjustable mix of whatever
you need to hear. A real metal box. - Cons:
PreSonus AudioBox USB Audio Interface Review
The AudioBox USB is loaded with preamps that out perform most USB-based interface out there. The preamplifiers in the AudioBox deliver full and rich sound. The AudioBox USB uses professional-grade analog to digital converters with dynamic range of 102dB and 24-bit sample rate for better and quieter digital conversion.
The AudioBox USB doesn’t require a separate power connection, its USB bus-powered, just plug in to a powered USB port and you are ready to record.
The interface is a great introductory tool for home recording and gives access to a solid DAW system, Studio Artist. The phantom power is clean. Usually, adjustment of instruments and the microphone can become very sensitive to the environment; however, the software components allow for sub-mix, noise gates, delays, quantizing and other useful applications for producing good quality audio recordings.
Ready to Hit the Road
The AudioBox USB is sturdy (no plastic), comes in an all-metal chassis with metal knobs. Its designed for the road. Toss it in your laptop bag and you have your portable music production studio. Whether you want to record your shows, mix on the plane or write songs in your hotel room, the AudioBox is ready.
Studio One Artist DAW Software (Tons of Creative Resources)
The AudioBox USB comes bundled with PreSonus Studio One Artist music creation (DAW) software for Mac OS X and Windows XP and Vista. As part of the Studio One Artist package, you get 20 upgraded PreSonus Native Effects plug-ins and virtual instruments and a generous bundle of third-party loops, software, and instrument sounds.
Over 4 GB of virtual instruments, plug-ins, loops, and samples to get you started making music immediately.
PreSonus AudioBox USB Recording Interface: Video Demo / Review
PreSonus AudioBox USB Recording Interface: Specs
- Microphone Preamp with Phantom Power. Type: XLR Female Balanced
- Instrument Input. Type: 1/4 in. TRS Female Unbalanced Input Impedance: 0.5 M Ohm
- Line Outputs. Type: 1/4 in. TRS. Balanced Output Impedance: 51 Ohm
- Headphone Output. Type: 1/4 in. TRS Active Stereo
- MIDI I/O. Type: Dual 5-pin Female DIN
- Dimension: (WxHxD): 5.5 X 5.5 X 1.75 in. Weight: 5.0lbs
- Shipping Weight: 3 lbs. Shipping Dimensions: 10 x 7 x 4 in
- Works with Windows and Macintosh
PreSonus AudioBox USB Recording Interface: Buying Links
Transform your recording experience using this great little interface and Studio One’s incredible DAW software.
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