PreSonus AudioBox iOne 2x2 USB/iPad Audio Interface with Studio One Artist and Ableton Live Lite DAW Recording Software
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*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated 2026-04-20. Price and availability subject to change.
Bottom line: The PreSonus AudioBox iOne 2x2 USB/iPad Audio Interface with Studio One Artist and Ableton Live Lite DAW Recording Software is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the audio & midi category, priced around $249.99. Check the specification table above against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ Contains 1 instrument input to record guitar, bass, and more.
- ✓ Backed by PreSonus's warranty and support channels
- ✓ Ships via Amazon with Prime eligibility and the standard returns policy
Cons
- ✗ Confirm socket / form-factor / power-rating compatibility against your build before ordering
- ✗ Price, stock, and Prime eligibility update from Amazon and may have changed since this page was last verified
A great choice for mobile musicians and podcasters, the AudioBox iOne audio interface is USB 2. 0 bus-powered, compatible with Apple iPad, compact, ruggedly built, and works with virtually any Windows, Mac, or iPad recording software. It offers one instrument input and one mic input with high-performance Class A mic preamplifier, balanced ¼” TRS monitor outputs, and professional-quality, 24-bit/96 kHz converters. It comes with PreSonus’ Studio One Artist DAW software for Mac and Windows and works with free Capture Duo for iPad recording software, with direct wireless transfer of your…
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored PreSonus AudioBox iOne 2x2 USB/iPad Audio Interface with Studio One… using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to our editorial and benchmark analysis across the audio & midi category. PreSonus's audio & midi lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.
Common buyer scenarios for audio & midi of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the Amazon listing before purchase. Prices, stock, and Prime eligibility update directly from Amazon's catalog and may have moved since this page was last verified.
Key Features
- Bus-powered USB 2.0/iPad audio interface for personal and portable recording; no additional power supply needed.
- Contains 1 microphone input with low-noise, high-headroom, Class A mic preamplifier and +48V phantom power to accommodate studio condenser microphones.
- Contains 1 instrument input to record guitar, bass, and more.
- Comes with Capture Duo for iPad, a one-tap recording application with wireless transfer to Studio One.
- Comes with over $1000 worth of recording software including Studio One Artist, Ableton Live Lite, and Studio Magic plug-in suite. Also compatible with almost all recording software for Mac, Windows, and iPad.
- Equipped with 2 balanced ¼” TRS main line-level outputs and a stereo headphone output with independent level control.
Full Specifications
| Brand | PreSonus |
|---|---|
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Audio Input | USB |
| Connectivity | Wireless, USB |
| Model Number | AudioBox iOne |
| Compatibility | Mac |
| Item Type Name | PreSonus AudioBox iOne 2x2 USB/iPad Audio Interface with Studio One Artist and Ableton Live Lite DAW Recording Software |
| Connection Type | Wireless |
| Compatible Devices | Mobile phone |
| Frequency Response | 48 KHz |
| Number of Channels | 2 |
| Supported Software | Ableton Live Lite, Studio One Artist and Studio Magic Plug-in Suite |
| Maximum Sample Rate | 96 KHz |
| Warranty Description | One year. |
| Connectivity Technology | USB |
| Manufacturer Part Number | iOne |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 8.75"D x 9"W x 3.25"H |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00673454002922 |
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PreSonus AudioBox iOne 2x2 USB/iPad Audio Interface with Studio One Artist and Ableton Live Lite DAW Recording Software is sold on the used and vintage market, where eBay carries the live inventory — Amazon does not stock this part. Prices and condition vary by seller and move in real time, so we link the live listing rather than quote a cached price. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.
*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated 2026-04-20. Price and availability subject to change.
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