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Tascam US-2×2 is a 2-in/2-out audio interface featuring a new ergonomic design and some of the best audio specifications available for the ultimate 2-channel interface for home, project, and mobile studios. A pair of Tascam’s Ultra-HDDA mic/line preamps provide up to 57dB of gain with nearly inaudible noise and distortion specs. The audio design features high-performance, musical components like NE5532 op amps for rich sound quality without coloring the source.
The US-2×2 is powered through its USB 2.0 connection or an optional power adapter. Driverless operation is possible for plug-and-play operation on Mac OSX and iOS devices like the iPad, and a simple driver adds ASIO compatibility for Windows. MIDI in and out are also included for connecting synths, drum machines, and controllers. The interface includes two DAW applications to choose from – both Cakewalk SONAR X3 LE and Abelton Live Lite 9.
With solid audio specs, iOS compatibility, and an easy-to-read angled design, the US-2×2 is the perfect choice for desktop and mobile studios.
Ultra-HDDA (High Definition Discrete Architecture) mic preamps with −125dBu EIN
NE5532 op-amps used at the audio input and output stages
Up to 96kHz/24-bit recording
Support for Windows and Mac OS X operating systems
USB 2.0 computer connection
Connect with iPads and other iOS devices
+48V phantom power for all inputs
Two switchable high-impedance inputs
Microphone preamp gain range of 57 dB
Direct monitoring function for zero-latency monitoring
Tough all-metal casing for durability
Angled design provides excellent usability on a desktop
Balanced analog TRS output jacks suitable for connection to powered monitors
Standard TRS headphones output jack
Separate controls for line and headphones output volumes
MIDI input and output
Output sources can be selected in the setting panel
Input sound monitoring can be set to stereo or mono
Input muting function eliminates noise from unused inputs
USB class compliant 2.0 support
License card included for Steinberg Cubase LE
Confirmed operation with major DAW software (SONAR, ProTools, Cubase, Live, Studio One, Garage Band）
Unique features
Two Ultra-HDDA mic preamplifiers
Two XLR/TRS (MIC/LINE) inputs with full +48V phantom power
Two TRS analog balanced outputs
18mW/ch headphone output
USB bus-powered for mobile recording
Optional AC adaptor available for use with iOS devices
Audio resolution
Sampling frequencies 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96 kHz
Quantization bit depth 16/24-bit
Analogue inputs
Mic inputs (balanced)
XLR-3-31 equivalent
(1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD)
Input impedance 2.2 kOhm
Rated input level −65 dBu (0.0004 Vrms) (gain knob at MAX)
Rated input level −8 dBu (0.3090 Vrms) (gain knob at MIN)
Maximum input level +8 dBu (1.9467 Vrms)
Gain range 57 dB
Instrument inputs (unbalanced, MIC/LINE INST switch set to INST) 6.3-mm standard TS stereo jacks
(Tip: HOT, Sleeve: GND)
Input impedance 1 MOhm or more
Rated input level −63 dBV (0.0007 Vrms) (gain knob at MAX)
Rated input level −6 dBV (0.5015 Vrms) (gain knob at MIN)
Maximum input level +10 dBV (3.162 Vrms)
Gain range 57 dB
Line inputs (balanced, MIC/LINE INST switch set to MIC/LINE) 6.3-mm standard TRS stereo jack
(Tip: HOT, Ring: COLD, Sleeve: GND)
Input impedance 10 kOhm
Rated input level −53 dBu (0.0017 Vrms) (gain knob at MAX)
Rated input level +4 dBu (1.228 Vrms) (gain knob at MIN)
Maximum input level +20 dBu (7.75 Vrms)
Gain range 57 dB
Analogue outputs
Outputs (LINE OUT (BALANCED)) 6.3-mm standard TRS stereo jacks
(Tip: HOT, Ring: COLD, Sleeve: GND)
Output impedance 110 Ohm
Rated output level +4 dBu (1.273 Vrms)
Maximum output level +20 dBu (7.75 Vrms)
Headphone output (PHONES) 6.3-mm standard stereo jack
Maximum output power 18 mW + 18 mW or higher (THD+N 1% or less, into 32 Ohm load)
Control inputs/outputs
MIDI IN connector 5-pin DIN
Format MIDI standard
MIDI OUT connector 5-pin DIN
Format MIDI standard
USB 4-pin USB B-type
Transfer rate USB 2.0 High Speed (480 MBit/s)
Audio performance
Mic preamp EIN (Equivalent Input Noise) −127 dBu or less
(150 Ohm termination, gain knob at MAX)
Frequency response (IN1-IN4 to LINE OUT (BALANCED) or Headphone (HP) output)
20 Hz – 20 kHz +0 dB/–0.3 dB (–0.1 dB at 20 kHz) at fs = 44.1 kHz or 48 kHz, JEITA
20 Hz – 40 kHz +0 dB/–0.3 dB (–0.2 dB at 40 kHz) at fs = 88.2 kHz or 96 kHz, JEITA
S/N ratio 101 dB or higher
(MIC/LINE input to LINE OUT, gain knob at MIN, JEITA)
Distortion 0.003 % or less
(MIC/LINE input to LINE OUT, 1kHz sine wave, at nominal input level and maximum output level, JEITA)
Crosstalk 95 dB or more
(MIC/LINE input to LINE OUT, 1 kHz, JEITA)
Power supply and other
Power supply Supplied by computer over USB
(When using with an iOS device, a separate AC adapter designed for use with this unit (TASCAM PS-P520, DC5V) is necessary.)
Power consumption 2.5 W
External dimensions (w×h×d) 186 mm × 65 mm × 160 mm
Weight 1.1 kg
Operating temperature range 5–35 °C
Bundled DAW software
SONAR LE (for Windows)
Ableton Live Lite
