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Audient iD4 USB 2-in/2-out High Performance Audio Interface
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Audient iD4 USB 2-in/2-out High Performance Audio Interface

Bottom line: The Audient iD4 USB 2-in/2-out High Performance Audio Interface: High-performance AD/DA converters for clean 2-in/2-out recording; main trade-off: only 2 inputs limits multi-mic or full-band tracking.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ High-performance AD/DA converters for clean 2-in/2-out recording
  • ✓ Zero-latency monitoring with dedicated Monitor Mix and Pan controls
  • ✓ XLR/jack combo input accepts both mic and line sources
  • ✓ Built-in headphone amp runs its own independent DAC

Cons

  • ✗ Only 2 inputs limits multi-mic or full-band tracking
  • ✗ Single combo jack means recording one mic at a time
  • ✗ One headphone output makes shared monitoring awkward
  • ✗ ScrollControl mode needs software setup to use fully

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SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored Audient iD4 USB 2-in/2-out High Performance Audio Interface using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the audio & midi category. Audient'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.

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Key Features

  • High Performance Converters
  • ID ScrollControl Mode
  • Zero Latency Monitoring with Monitor Mix & Pan
  • High performance AD/DA converter, mic/line input via XLR/jack combo jack, headphone amplifier with independent DAC

Full Specifications

BrandAudient
Unit Count1 Count
Audio InputUSB
ConnectivityUSB
Model Number18-90008
Compatible DevicesGuitar, Headphone, Microphone, Personal Computer
Number of Channels2
Supported Software[Cubase LE, Cubasis LE for iOS, and industry-leading plugins and virtual instruments]
Maximum Sample Rate96 KHz
Connectivity TechnologyUSB
Manufacturer Part Number18-90008
Global Trade Identification Number05060374260160

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