Two-channel USB 2.0 audio interface that delivers studio-grade 24-bit/96 kHz audio resolution in a compact and friendly format that is ideal for any user. A single USB cable provides both power and a data connection to and from your laptop or desktop computer. The interface is equipped with versatile inputs to provide the best results with any type of audio source. Each channel offers a combined XLR and balanced 1/4'' input. The XLR input is designed to work with microphones or other Lo-Z sources. The phantom power switch delivers 48 V to the XLR inputs for use with professional condenser microphones. The 1/4'' input can be used to receive line level signal and Channel 2 can be switched to allow an electric guitar, bass, or any other instrument level source to be plugged directly into the interface, while the gain knob ensures the proper input level. The interface offers zero-latency monitoring of the input signal through main and headphone outputs. The monitor mix knob adjusts the balance between the direct inputs and the playback from the computer software. This makes it easy to record new parts or add parts to an existing composition. The Headphone output offers its own level control. The multi-colour LED metering provides instant visual feedback of the input levels. Completing this powerful package are three complementary software selections: Cubase LE; Ableton Live Lite; and Waves Audio plugins to get things started. The Ableton Live Lite delivers much of the functionality of Ableton Live – the revolutionary, multi-award winning music production solution that allows for spontaneous composition, recording, remixing, improvising and editing of the musical ideas in a seamless audio/MIDI environment. Building on the same core technologies found in Steinberg’s popular Cubase, Cubase LE is a special compact version offering all the basic tools for recording, editing and mixing everything from the basic idea to the final masterpiece. Included are over 18 effects, time stretching and pitch shifting, plus convenient project templates to assist with various production tasks. Cubase LE offers powerful yet easy-to-use software tools for a large range of music styles. The impressive selection of plugin effects from Waves Audio Ltd. TrueVerb delivers a broad, natural reverb with an easy-to-use interface. The AudioTrack offers a remarkable EQ, plus gating and compression. Plus, a professional touch can be added with the Eddie Kramer Effects Channel, created with legendary audio guru Eddie Kramer. The interface further includes Strike (The Ultimate Virtual Drummer Instrument), Mini Grand (Acoustic Grand Piano) and Xpand!2 (Multitimbral All-In-One Workstation) – all award winning instruments by AIR Music Technology. Dimensions: 52.58 x 238.76 x 123.19 mm. Weight: 1.04 kg.