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Silver rectangular USB audio interface with front panel knobs and ports

StarTech.com AudioBox USB 96 25th Anniversary Edition sound card

SKU CH-WP24-PPMWS

A 2-channel USB 2.0 audio interface with 24-bit/96 kHz converters, Class-A mic preamps, MIDI I/O and 7.1 surround output for portable recording

  • PartAudioBox USB 96 25th Anniversary Edition
  • Audio ChipsetCreative
  • Channels7.1
  • Sample Rate48KHz
  • Line InRCA
  • Line OutNo
  • 24-bit/96 kHz converters capture studio-grade detail
  • Two Class-A mic preamps deliver clean gain for vocals
  • Dual instrument inputs with MIDI I/O connect guitars and synths
  • USB 2.0 bus power enables portable recording anywhere
  • Mixer control blends inputs and playback for zero-latency monitoring

Interface and Recording Quality

The StarTech.com AudioBox USB 96 25th Anniversary Edition is a 2-channel USB 2.0 audio interface designed for personal and portable recording. It provides 24-bit resolution and up to 96 kHz sample rates using studio-grade converters. Two Class-A microphone preamps and two high-headroom instrument inputs handle guitars, basses and line-level sources with MIDI I/O included.

Who This Suits

Solo musicians, podcasters and mobile producers who need bus-powered operation via USB 2.0 will appreciate the compact form factor and zero-latency monitoring through the mixer control. The bundle includes Studio One Artist, Ableton Live Lite and the Studio Magic Plug-In suite worth over 1000 dollars. Buyers needing more than two simultaneous inputs or dedicated line-level outputs should consider other options.

Deciding Specification

The interface offers exactly two microphone preamps and two instrument inputs as its core I/O count. If your sessions require recording more than two sources at once, this unit cannot accommodate that need. The USB 2.0 bus power and included software package complete the feature set for entry-level studio work.

Highlights

  • 24-bit/96 kHz converters capture studio-grade detail
  • Two Class-A mic preamps deliver clean gain for vocals
  • Dual instrument inputs with MIDI I/O connect guitars and synths
  • USB 2.0 bus power enables portable recording anywhere
  • Mixer control blends inputs and playback for zero-latency monitoring

Specifications

BrandStarTech.com
SeriesAudioBox USB 96 25th Anniversary Edition
ModelAUDIOBOX 96K 25TH
Part NumberAudioBox USB 96 25th Anniversary Edition
PartAudioBox USB 96 25th Anniversary Edition
Audio ChipsetCreative
Channels7.1
Sample Rate48KHz
Line InRCA
Line OutNo
SPDIF InRCA
SPDIF OutRCA
FireWire (IEEE 1394)2
Other PortsUSB
InterfaceUSB
Features96 KHz, 2, USB
Dimensions14.33in W x 12.83in H x 9.06in D
Weight2.01 pounds
Package ContentsAudioBox USB 96 (Interface Only)

Questions about this item

What does the 24-bit/96 kHz spec mean when I record into my DAW?

It lets you capture audio at studio-grade resolution up to 24-bit depth and 96 kHz sample rate for detailed recordings.

How does the USB 2.0 connection limit what I can do?

USB 2.0 provides enough bandwidth for 2-channel 24-bit/96 kHz audio and bus power, so you can record two sources simultaneously without an external supply.

Will the 14.33in width fit on my desktop or rack shelf?

The unit measures 14.33in wide, 12.83in deep and 9.06in high, so check your available surface space before buying.

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