StarTech.com PS22 Lite Black Sound Card 24-bit/192kHz 7.1 USB

Podcast and stream recording interface

The StarTech.com PS22 Lite Black is a USB audio interface designed for podcasters, streamers and musicians who need 24-bit/192kHz capture and 7.1 channel playback. It provides an XLR preamp with 56 dB gain and 48 V phantom power for condenser and dynamic microphones. A dedicated instrument input handles guitar or bass with adjustable impedance. The unit includes ProStudio routing software with ASIO driver support for low-latency monitoring and virtual loopback channels.

Compact metal chassis with versatile I/O

The interface measures 14.33 in wide by 12.83 in high by 9.06 in deep and weighs 0.43 kilograms. Front-panel connectors include an XLR microphone input, a 1/4 inch instrument jack and a headphone output with direct monitoring. Rear connections comprise RCA line input, RCA S/PDIF input and output, two IEEE 1394 ports and a USB link to the host computer. Visual indicator lights show signal status at a glance.

Verify host compatibility and software needs

Confirm your PC or Mac has an available USB port and supports the required operating system for the ASIO driver and ProStudio routing software. Ensure your recording application can address 7.1 channel audio and 24-bit/192kHz sample rates. Check that your microphone or instrument cables match the XLR and 1/4 inch jacks provided. The package contents measure 23.93 by 15.16 inches, so allow space for the box on delivery.