Lexicon I-ONIX U42S USB 2.0 Recording Audio Interface

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Records up to 6 simultaneous inputs. dbx mic preamps on every input, MIDI in/out. Unobtrusive desktop design, includes Lexicon plugins.

Lexicon streamlines the desktop recording interface so you don't have to sacrifice your desktop or your music. You care intensely about your music. It's more than a pastime - it's a passion. Lexicon understands your passion and it inspires us to innovate. Brilliantly designed, the Ionix Desktop Recording Series fits where it makes the most sense, between your keyboard and monitor. With all monitor and input level controls at your fingertips, you'll wonder why no one ever thought of it before.

Featuring newly designed dbx microphone preamps on every channel, the Ionix series is more than equipped to provide professional recordings that keep your music sounding its best. The preamps run on a high-voltage supply to guarantee stability and provide you with a superior recording across a wide dynamic range. Performance driven A/D - D/A converters ensure pristine 24bit/96kHz audio to capture every subtle detail of your performance.

The Lexicon name is synonymous with "the world's best reverb." The Pantheon II VST/AU reverb plug-in features 6 reverb types with 16 adjustable parameters, and 35 factory presets that range from Vocal to Live Sound and Special Effects. It's easy to complete your mix and make your music sound its best with the exquisitely rich, full reverbs that made Lexicon famous. No compromise performance - ergonomic brilliance. Pure genius.

Combi-jack Analog Inputs: 4

Simult. Recording Sources: 6

Microphone Preamps: 4

Hi-Z Instrument Inputs: 2

S/PDIF: Yes

MIDI: Yes

Headphone Connections: 2

1/4 in. TRS Analog Outputs: 2

Microphone Inputs: Female XLR Pin 2 Hot

Input Impedance: 3k Ohm balanced

Phantom Power: +48 Volts

Maximum gain: +55 dB

E.I.N. (at max gain): -127 dB @ 55dB gain typical (150O source) -130 dB @ 55dB gain typical A-weighted (150O source)

Maximum Input Level: +8 dBu

Frequency Response: +/-1.5 dB, 20Hz - 20kHz

THD+N: <0.02%, 20Hz - 20kHz, <0.002%, 1kHz, -6 dBu

Line In puts: 1/4 in. TRS balanced or unbalanced

Input Impedance: 20k Ohm balanced, 13k Ohm unbalanced

Maximum Input Level: +18 dBu

Frequency Response: +/-1.5 dB, 20Hz - 20kHz

THD+N: <0.02%, 20Hz - 20kHz, <0.002%, 1kHz, +18 dBu

Instrument Input: 1/4 in. TS unbalanced

Input Impedance: 1M Ohm

Maximum Input Level: +10 dBu

Frequency Response: +/-2.5 dB, 20Hz - 20kHz

THD+N: <0.08%, 1kHz, +4 dBu

Line Outputs: 1/4 in. TRS balanced or unbalanced

Level: +18 dBu maximum

Impedance: 32 Ohm Balanced, 16 Ohm Unbalanced

Headphone Output: 1/4 in. stereo jack 250mW per channel at 50O

MIDI Interface: 5 pin DIN connectors for MIDI in and MIDI out

Sample Rate: 44.1, 48, 88.2, or 96 kHz (determined by computer application)

Dynamic Range: A/D (24 Bit) 108 dB typical, A-weighted, 20Hz - 20kHz

Dynamic Range: D/A (24 Bit) 110 dB typical, A-weighted, 20Hz - 20kHz

Dynamic Range: A/D/A (24 Bit) 106 dB typical, A-weighted, 20Hz - 20kHz

Power Requirements: Power adaptors available for 100 - 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 15 Watts

For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Phone: 801-568-7567

Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars. (3 ratings)
Submitted May 26, 2010 by a customer from sympatico.ca

"A fine, complete, simple, affordable, friendly and rich generating studio quality recording interface."

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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As long as I can use it and until I am able to afford the new Lexicon Omega mixer/equalizer/interface

Sound
This great interface hardware, married with Cubasis LE-4 software (that comes with it) has, finally, delivered what I wanted. A solid, non-complex, fine, professional, smooth and rich recording experience! I have produced 1 song of 4 minutes on the first day. Then it flowed. I have rekindled many of my former musical compositions because of this I-Onix U-42S. I can make three productions a day (average of 4-7 minutes) or a total of two times 10 minutes. I can also set up a project of 20 minutes of music- say within an hour, save it, and then shut down my work-station, Lexicon I-Onix interface and PC to have my hardware rest and cool down. (My Lexicon, Roland, Kork and Dell-PC) An hour or two later, (while sipping my tea on a side table) I would run the 26 minutes project and save it. Wow! What a relief! No hissing, no humming, no scratching. I love it

Features
So far I-Onix U42S is my best especially because I can afford it. But I see Lexicon coming up with new technology. Let me get some income first.

Ease of Use
It is compatible and manageable. Once saved, I copy my proectt under a different file name and start editing it, using the great Cubasis LE-4. Then I chooose the best file and send it out for broadcasting. My musiic has been broadcasted. Thank you Lexicon read more

Value
100%

Manufacturer Support
The retailer is a wonderful dealer. Ital Melodie Montreal. Caland has been a gret resource at this shop.

The Wow Factor
Kinky

Musical Background:
Film composer since 30 years and recoding novis

Musical Style:
Alternative See: www.filmmusicmontreal.com
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