Sound Devices USBPre 2

The Sound Devices USBPre 2 is a high quality, two channel audio interface perfect for on the go recording. Works seamlessly with Mac and Windows recording systems. Can be used as a USB interface, or as a stand-alone unit.

Using the same preamps as their 744T digital portable interface, USBPre-2 ensures professional quality recordings for any situation. USBPre-2 is equipped with a pair of fully discrete, transistor-based XLR inputs, additional inputs for line-level sources, as well as S/PDIF, all running through 24-bit converters that are capable of up to 192 kHz sample rates. Each channel has 114 dB of dynamic range, and is equipped with phantom power, high pass filters, and a 15 dB pad.

A 23-segment, multicolor LED meter provides a great visual of your input and output levels, ensuring you the best possible recording.

Features:

• Extended bandwidth, low-noise microphone preamplifiers with 48 V phantom, limiters, high-pass filters, and 15 dB pad
• Dynamic range greater than 114 dB (in 24-bit operation)
• Flat 10 Hz to 40 kHz (@96 kHz SR) audio bandwidth with very low distortion
• Each input individually selectable between microphone, line, and aux level signals (both channels selected simultaneously for S/PDIF connections)
• Precision, 23-segment, multicolor LED peak/VU meter, selectable between input and output sources
• High-output headphone amplifier can drive a wide range of headphones
• Balanced outputs on XLR connectors with dedicated level control can be used to drive line- or mic-level inputs
• Mix control enables zero-delay monitoring of source audio, computer audio, or a mix of both source and computer audio for multitrack recording or computer telephony
• Phono (RCA) jacks connect Aux Output to external loudspeakers or preamplifiers
• Bus powering via USB for convenient, single-cable connection to the computer
• In Stand-Alone mode the USBPre 2 operates as a microphone preamplifier and analog-to-digital converter
• Hardware loop-through for test & measurement to send computer audio directly back to an input
• High-strength extruded aluminum chassis
• Mac OS X 10.4+, Windows XP/Vista/7, and Linux, class-compliant audio device
• Additional features controlled by hardware DIP switches on the back panel