Lexicon I-ONIX U22 USB 2.0 Recording Audio Interface
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Up to 24-bit, 96kHz recording. dbx Microphone preamps. Includes Lexicon Pantheon II reverb plug-in.
Overview
Lexicon's IONIX U22 USB 2.0 Interface is the perfect addition to your desktop recording area due to it's excellent design. Setup this interface where it makes the most sense, between your keyboard and monitor. Control all your monitor input and output levels from this desktop interface that's right where you need it, at your fingertips.
Features
USB 2.0 connection to DAW (up to 480 Mbps)
44.1 to 96 kHz sample rates (24 bit)
Analog XLR-1/4 inch combi-jack inputs
Analog 1/4 TRS (Stereo Main) outputs
DBX high voltage, ultra-low noise mic preamps on all analog mic/line inputs
48V Phantom power for each input pair
Input signal metering via 8 LED's per channel
Signal mixing and stereo bus signal metering
1/4 inch high output headphone connections
MIDI in/out
Zero latency monitoring
Low latency ASIO drivers
Lexicon Pantheon II VST/AU reverb plug-in
Supports Windows and Mac platforms
Software suite includes Steinberg's Cubase LE4 and Toontrack EZdrummer lite
IONIX U22 USB 2.0 Audio Interface from Lexicon features dbx microphone preamps on every channel and is more than equipped to offer a sound quality you only get with professional recording setups. Record two channels simultaneously thru the two analog combi-jack mic/line inputs and listen back thru its TRS balanced line outputs. The IONIX has a built-in Hi-Z instrument input, high-power headphone output and MIDI I/O providing you with various options for recording and playback.
Lexicon = World's Best… read more Reverb
The included Pantheon II VST/AU reverb plug-in features 6 reverb types with 16 adjustable parameters, and 35 factory presets that range from Vocal to Live Sound and Special Effects. It's easy to complete your mix and make your music sound its best with the exquisitely rich, full reverbs that made Lexicon famous. No compromise performance - ergonomic brilliance. read less
Features
USB 2.0 connection to DAW (up to 480 Mbps)
44.1 to 96 kHz sample rates (24 bit)
Analog XLR-1/4 inch combi-jack inputs
Analog 1/4 TRS (Stereo Main) outputs
DBX high voltage, ultra-low noise mic preamps on all analog mic/line inputs
48V Phantom power for each input pair
Input signal metering via 8 LED's per channel
Signal mixing and stereo bus signal metering
1/4 inch high output headphone connections
MIDI in/out
Zero latency monitoring
Low latency ASIO drivers
Lexicon Pantheon II VST/AU reverb plug-in
Supports Windows and Mac platforms
Software suite includes Steinberg's Cubase LE4 and Toontrack EZdrummer lite
IONIX U22 USB 2.0 Audio Interface from Lexicon features dbx microphone preamps on every channel and is more than equipped to offer a sound quality you only get with professional recording setups. Record two channels simultaneously thru the two analog combi-jack mic/line inputs and listen back thru its TRS balanced line outputs. The IONIX has a built-in Hi-Z instrument input, high-power headphone output and MIDI I/O providing you with various options for recording and playback.
Lexicon = World's Best… read more Reverb
The included Pantheon II VST/AU reverb plug-in features 6 reverb types with 16 adjustable parameters, and 35 factory presets that range from Vocal to Live Sound and Special Effects. It's easy to complete your mix and make your music sound its best with the exquisitely rich, full reverbs that made Lexicon famous. No compromise performance - ergonomic brilliance. read less
Specs
General
Combi-jack Analog Inputs: 2
Simultaneous Recording Sources: 2
Microphone Preamps: 2
Hi-Z Instrument Inputs: 1
S/PDIF: No
MIDI: Yes
Headphone Connections: 1
1/4 inch Outputs: 2 (TRS Analog)
Microphone Inputs: Female XLR (Pin 2 Hot)
Input Impedance: 3k ohm (balanced)
Phantom Power: +48 Volts
Maximum gain: +55 dB
E.I.N. (at max gain):
- -127 dB @ 55dB gain typical (150O source)
- -130 dB @ 55dB gain typical A-weighted (150O source)
Maximum Input Level: +8 dBu
Frequency Response: +/-1.5 dB, 20Hz - 20kHz
THD+N: <0.02%, 20Hz - 20kHz, <0.002%, 1kHz, -6 dBu
Line Inputs: 1/4 inch TRS (balanced or unbalanced)
Input Impedance: 20k ohm balanced (13k O unbalanced)
Maximum Input Level: +18 dBu
Frequency Response: +/-1.5 dB, 20Hz - 20kHz
THD+N: <0.02%, 20Hz - 20kHz, <0.002%, 1kHz, +18 dBu
Instrument Input: 1/4 inch (TS unbalanced)
Input Impedance: 1M ohm
Maximum Input Level: +10 dBu
Frequency Response: +/-2.5 dB, 20Hz - 20kHz
THD+N: <0.08%, 1kHz, +4 dBu
Line Outputs: 1/4 inch TRS (balanced or unbalanced)
Level: +18 dBu maximum
Impedance: 32 ohm Balanced (16 ohm unbalanced)
Headphone Output: 1/4 inch stereo jack 250mW per channel at 50O
Other
MIDI Interface: 5 pin DIN connectors (MIDI in and MIDI out)
Sample Rate: 44.1, 48, 88.2 or 96 kHz (determined by computer application)
Dynamic Range:
- A/D (24 Bit): 108 dB typical, A-weighted, 20Hz - 20kHz
- D/A (24 Bit): 110 dB typical, A-weighted, 20Hz - 20kHz
- A/D/A (24 Bit): 106 dB typical, A-weighted, 20Hz - 20kHz
Power Requirements: 100/240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 15 Watts
Combi-jack Analog Inputs: 2
Simultaneous Recording Sources: 2
Microphone Preamps: 2
Hi-Z Instrument Inputs: 1
S/PDIF: No
MIDI: Yes
Headphone Connections: 1
1/4 inch Outputs: 2 (TRS Analog)
Microphone Inputs: Female XLR (Pin 2 Hot)
Input Impedance: 3k ohm (balanced)
Phantom Power: +48 Volts
Maximum gain: +55 dB
E.I.N. (at max gain):
- -127 dB @ 55dB gain typical (150O source)
- -130 dB @ 55dB gain typical A-weighted (150O source)
Maximum Input Level: +8 dBu
Frequency Response: +/-1.5 dB, 20Hz - 20kHz
THD+N: <0.02%, 20Hz - 20kHz, <0.002%, 1kHz, -6 dBu
Line Inputs: 1/4 inch TRS (balanced or unbalanced)
Input Impedance: 20k ohm balanced (13k O unbalanced)
Maximum Input Level: +18 dBu
Frequency Response: +/-1.5 dB, 20Hz - 20kHz
THD+N: <0.02%, 20Hz - 20kHz, <0.002%, 1kHz, +18 dBu
Instrument Input: 1/4 inch (TS unbalanced)
Input Impedance: 1M ohm
Maximum Input Level: +10 dBu
Frequency Response: +/-2.5 dB, 20Hz - 20kHz
THD+N: <0.08%, 1kHz, +4 dBu
Line Outputs: 1/4 inch TRS (balanced or unbalanced)
Level: +18 dBu maximum
Impedance: 32 ohm Balanced (16 ohm unbalanced)
Headphone Output: 1/4 inch stereo jack 250mW per channel at 50O
Other
MIDI Interface: 5 pin DIN connectors (MIDI in and MIDI out)
Sample Rate: 44.1, 48, 88.2 or 96 kHz (determined by computer application)
Dynamic Range:
- A/D (24 Bit): 108 dB typical, A-weighted, 20Hz - 20kHz
- D/A (24 Bit): 110 dB typical, A-weighted, 20Hz - 20kHz
- A/D/A (24 Bit): 106 dB typical, A-weighted, 20Hz - 20kHz
Power Requirements: 100/240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 15 Watts
Reviews
Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars.
(11 ratings)
Submitted November 16, 2010 by a customer from qii2.com
"✩ Rich Sound - Serious Gear ✩"
The only reason I might replace this in the future would be discovering a need for more inputs. My production method is pretty simple, so I don't see that happening, but you never know...
Sound
This is audiophile quality. The depth and richness is a real pleasure to hear. I have been using an ESI Prodigy 7.1 HiFi soundcard in my workstation. It sounds incredibly beautiful, detailed, but alas the Prodigy picks up some odd noises while desktop recording. I had the Lexicon U22 suggested to me by a sound producer and instructor. The U22 took a few listens to notice that the sound is subtly warmer, as if there is a tube inside. Which there isn't. It's very subtle. Overall it reproduces every note equally. No note seems more forward than the other. I use it with a Rode NT1-A condenser mic and a 1964 Yamaha acoustic guitar. The sound reproduction just makes me smile. For under $300 the sound is incredible. Well, actually, the sound is pretty incredible regardless of the price. I am mangling the sound of my guitar with Ableton Live controlled by an Akai MPK25. My eyes water at how perfect the combination is. Love it.
Ease of Use
I run Windows 7 64 bit. The installation cd doesn't have those drivers on it. Very easy to find and download from the Lexicon website. The driver install program looks nice. You get to watch a Matrix like image of data streaming while you wait! ;) All the inputs are clearly labelled, wires can be… read more routed underneath and forward, the led metering is sweet to look at, everything feels solid, it's a classy looking piece of kit. Once the drivers installed it worked immediately.
Quality
Solidly built. Everything is tight. Made by people serious about their gear for people who want serious gear.
Value
I don't think there is a better USB 2.0, 24 bit 96khz desktop recording device on the market. This is the best I could get for the price point.
Manufacturer Support
No need to contact the company. No score here.
The Wow Factor
It's a beautiful object to have on my desk. I like that the finishes are mat. Love that it is tilted.
Musical Background:
20+ years non-professional
Musical Style:
raw, indie blues/folk/punk/shoegazer read less
Sound
This is audiophile quality. The depth and richness is a real pleasure to hear. I have been using an ESI Prodigy 7.1 HiFi soundcard in my workstation. It sounds incredibly beautiful, detailed, but alas the Prodigy picks up some odd noises while desktop recording. I had the Lexicon U22 suggested to me by a sound producer and instructor. The U22 took a few listens to notice that the sound is subtly warmer, as if there is a tube inside. Which there isn't. It's very subtle. Overall it reproduces every note equally. No note seems more forward than the other. I use it with a Rode NT1-A condenser mic and a 1964 Yamaha acoustic guitar. The sound reproduction just makes me smile. For under $300 the sound is incredible. Well, actually, the sound is pretty incredible regardless of the price. I am mangling the sound of my guitar with Ableton Live controlled by an Akai MPK25. My eyes water at how perfect the combination is. Love it.
Ease of Use
I run Windows 7 64 bit. The installation cd doesn't have those drivers on it. Very easy to find and download from the Lexicon website. The driver install program looks nice. You get to watch a Matrix like image of data streaming while you wait! ;) All the inputs are clearly labelled, wires can be… read more routed underneath and forward, the led metering is sweet to look at, everything feels solid, it's a classy looking piece of kit. Once the drivers installed it worked immediately.
Quality
Solidly built. Everything is tight. Made by people serious about their gear for people who want serious gear.
Value
I don't think there is a better USB 2.0, 24 bit 96khz desktop recording device on the market. This is the best I could get for the price point.
Manufacturer Support
No need to contact the company. No score here.
The Wow Factor
It's a beautiful object to have on my desk. I like that the finishes are mat. Love that it is tilted.
Musical Background:
20+ years non-professional
Musical Style:
raw, indie blues/folk/punk/shoegazer read less
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