Fully loaded guitar interface — complete with AmpliTube 5 SE

Every button, feature and component on the IK Multimedia AX I/O audio interface has been carefully selected for the discerning guitarist and bassist. A JFET input with continuously variable Z-Tone impedance, along with switchable settings for active and passive pickups, provide the ideal front end for each of your instruments on the included TONEX SE and AmpliTube 5 SE. Transparent converters and a low-jitter clock bring your full 24-bit/192kHz Hi-Fi performance to the included Ableton Live 10 Lite package or your DAW of choice. And features like an onboard tuner and dedicated reamp output make the AX I/O the only piece of gear you'll ever need on your desk. Factor in 140 amp, cab and stomp models and an in-line mix rack of 10 onboard T-RackS FX Singles (EQ, compression, reverb and mic shaping), and with the IK Multimedia AX I/O, you've got it all what it takes to translate your riffs and ideas into polished, marketable productions. A professional-grade headphone amplifier completes the package.

Mojo JFET. PURE clarity.

Pedal builders and recording engineers have long known the punch and harmonic sweetness that a JFET preamp in an amp can deliver. If you're looking to add some analogue mojo to your digital amps and pedals, the AXE I/O's JFET input stage can help. On the other hand, if you're looking for maximum clarity and headroom, the AX I/O's switchable PURE circuit delivers precision and clarity with 117dB of dynamic range.

For active and passive pickups

Whether you play vintage singles or modern active humbuckers, the AX I/O produces the best results for every guitar in your collection.

Variable Z-Tone Impedance

One of the defining features of the AX I/O is its Z-Tone variable impedance. This control lets you shape your guitar's tone to best suit each amp model and pedal in your virtual amp collection.

Class A mic preamps

A pair of Class A mic preamps power the AX I/O for complete music production. Built-in +48V phantom power prepares these preamps for today's condenser microphones.

transparent digital conversion

The challenge in guitar modeling is accurately capturing the nuances and dynamics of the instrument as it goes. The AXE's onboard 24-bit/192kHz I/O is more than capable of translating the attack, definition and frequency response of your guitar or bass into the digital environment.

low jitter clock

Likewise, AX I/O's precise clocking keeps your performances artifact-free for cleaner tracking and more accurate mixes.

high current headphone amplifier

A reference-level headphone output on the AX I/O is your ticket to mixing more enjoyable translation and practice sessions.

built-in tuner

A tuner is never where you need it. The AX I/O features a streamlined tuner right on the front panel to keep you sounding your best whether you're tracking or chopping wood.

Dedicated reamp output

Want to send your tone straight to a real amp or step on the production line? Want to monitor yourself through a live amplifier while tracking accurate responses and feedback? AX I/O's dedicated reamplification output makes this possible. No complex routing is required.

Dedicated controller inputs

A pair of dedicated controller inputs let you connect up to two expression pedals or two single/dual switches to control AmpliTube or other software in realtime.

Characteristics

• A robust 24-bit/192kHz guitar recording interface — the ideal front end for your virtual amps;
• A comprehensive tracking solution — great for turning those riffs into songs;
• Includes TONEX SE, AmpliTube 5 SE, 10 T-RackS Singles and Ableton Live 10 Lite recording software;
• The JFET input stage adds analogue flair to your guitar/bass input signal;
• The PURE input stadium offers 117dB of headroom and clarity;
• Switch for passive and active pickups;
• Z-Tone variable impedance optimizes your instrument for AmpliTube's virtual amps and pedals;
• 2 Class A mic preamps with +48 volts of phantom power make the AX I/O a complete production tool;
• Precise timing, transparent conversion;
• Built-in tuner keeps you sounding your best;
• Dedicated re-amplification output lets you re-record or monitor live through a live amp;
• Control your virtual rig with the assignable preset button;
• 2 inputs for single or dual pedals and expression pedals.

Specifications

• Computer connectivity: USB 2.0;
• Form Factor: Desktop;
• Number of entries: 2;
• Number of outputs: 5;
• Quantity of preamps: 2 x microphone, 2 x instrument;
• With phantom power: yes;
• A/D resolution: up to 24bit/192kHz;
• Analog Inputs: 2 x 1/4 in. (Hi-Z), 2 x XLR-1/4 in. combo(mic/line);
• Analog Outputs: 4 x 1/4 in. (line out), 1 x 1/4 in. (amplify/reamplify output);
• Headphone jacks: 1 x 1/4 in.;
• MIDI I/O: In/Out;
• USB Inputs: 1 x Type B;
• Other I/O: 2 x 1/4 in. (remote pedal/control);
• Programs: AX Control Panel, AmpliTube 4 Deluxe, Ableton Live Lite, T-RackS 5 processors;
• System requirements (Mac): OS X 10.11 or later, 64-bit;
• System requirements (PC): Windows 7 SP1 or later, 64-bit;
• Power source: 9V DC power supply (included);
• Size: 23.8 x 21.1 x 5.3cm;
• Weight: 1.3kg.