Audient
iD44 (MKII)
Best professional audio interface for serious home studio recording and production.
Elevate your desktop studio with the Audient iD44 MkII Audio Interface Studio Kit. This flagship interface delivers professional console sound quality, featuring four Audient Console class-A mic preamps and class-leading converters for exceptional audio fidelity. Expand your setup with ADAT connectivity for up to 16 channels. Unique features like Audio Loopback and ScrollControl enhance workflow for creators and mixers. Housed in a durable all-metal chassis, this kit also includes Audio-Technica ATH-M30x headphones for reliable monitoring straight out of the box.
$179.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
7
/ 77
#7 in Studio Recording Bundles
Price vs Category Average
-67%
Below average
Connectivity
USB-C
/ USB-C
Who it's for
- Producers seeking high-end console sound in a desktop format
- Engineers needing extensive connectivity for complex studio setups
- Session musicians requiring efficient, professional-grade workflow tools
Who should skip it
- Mobile creators needing bus-powered portability for field recording
- Bedroom producers working with limited desk space
- Windows users prioritizing rock-solid, low-latency driver stability
Performance breakdown
Preamp Fidelity
Class-A console circuitry delivers pristine, professional-grade warmth for every recording.
Expansion Capability
Dual ADAT ports provide massive headroom for growing your studio setup.
Workflow Integration
ScrollControl and loopback features streamline complex routing for modern content creators.
Build Durability
Rugged all-metal chassis stands up to the rigors of daily production.
Monitoring Precision
Dual independent headphone outputs ensure accurate, reliable tracking for multiple performers.
Conversion Accuracy
Industry-leading dynamic range captures every subtle nuance of your audio signal.
Key Specs
Connectivity
USB-C
Maximum Sample Rate/Bit Depth
96 kHz / 24-bit
Total Channels
20 inputs / 24 outputs
Microphone Preamps
4
Converter Dynamic Range
126dB
Expandability
ADAT (2 in/out)
Power Requirement
Not bus powered (External power required)
Compatibility
Mac or PC supporting USB 2.0 or above
Features
- Four Audient Console class-A mic preamps
- Class-leading AD/DA converters
- Expandable I/O via ADAT
- Audio Loopback for content creators
- ScrollControl virtual volume wheel
- Two discrete JFET instrument inputs
- Two independent stereo headphone outputs
- Includes free creative software suite
What customers say
The Audient iD44 MKII earns high praise for its exceptional sonic performance and professional quality, offering outstanding value. Users consistently highlight the four Audient Console Mic Preamps for their clean, transparent sound and ample headroom, noting a clear step up from comparable interfaces. The accurate conversion quality enhances critical monitoring and mixing decisions. Reviewers appreciate the robust, all-metal build, which suggests excellent longevity. Key workflow enhancements like dual headphone outputs and ADAT expandability make it ideal for serious project studios. The consensus is that this interface successfully delivers uncompromising audio fidelity and reliable low latency, positioning it as a centerpiece for producers seeking high-end results without the associated premium cost.
Know before you buy
Yes, the iD44 MKII is not bus-powered and requires the included external power adapter to operate. This ensures the unit provides enough voltage to power its high-performance console-grade preamps and converters.
Absolutely. The iD44 MKII features ADAT optical input and output ports, allowing you to connect an external preamp or converter to add up to 16 additional channels of digital audio to your setup.
ScrollControl turns the iD44's physical volume knob into a virtual scroll wheel. You can hover your mouse over any parameter in your DAW or plugin interface and use the knob to adjust settings with precision, which is much more tactile than using a standard mouse.
Yes, the built-in Audio Loopback allows you to record or stream your computer's audio alongside your microphone inputs. This makes it an ideal interface for podcasters, gamers, and content creators who need to capture system sounds, music, or guest audio from video calls.
Yes, the interface includes two independent stereo headphone outputs. This allows you and a collaborator to have separate monitor mixes, which is particularly helpful during recording sessions.
The iD44 MKII is compatible with both macOS and Windows systems that support USB 2.0 or higher. It connects via USB-C, and Audient provides the necessary driver and control panel software to ensure stable performance on both platforms.
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