The two input, two output IXO12 audio interface is a lightweight, ultra-portable production platform for iPhone, iPad, Windows and Mac computers, which lets you record music, podcasts, location recordings and much more in studio quality. The Loopback function making live streaming simple, and its small size means you can do it all anywhere. The IXO12 is available in black and white versions.
The premium converters used in IXO series interfaces deliver great audio quality, thanks to a maximum sampling rate of 192 kHz with 24-bit resolution. High-quality analog to digital conversion is a crucial first step for any sound production, so Steinberg’s hardware designers carefully chose the best combination of components for optimum results. Accurately capturing every detail of the signals they record, IXO interfaces ensure audio fidelity throughout the recording process is maximised. Ensuring sung vocals, speech and acoustic instruments are captured in stunning detail, IXO series microphone preamps deliver recording quality which is unmatched in this price class. With a beautifully transparent sound, the remarkably detailed high end, rich low frequencies and exceptional dynamic response give every project you create the clearest, most musical quality.
The IXO interface Loopback function offers an easy way to stream performances live to the internet. Ideal for hosting live online broadcasts, incoming audio signals (such as a microphone, musical instrument or line source) are merged with content coming from playback software, such as Cubase or another DAW, on your computer. The merged signal is then broadcast online via your choice of streaming software. The IXO12 features latency-free direct hardware monitoring, which allows you to listen to the input signal in real time when recording. IXO series interfaces can be used with an audio application such as Steinberg’s Cubasis for iPhone and iPad, giving you a fully mobile audio recording solution. All IXO interfaces automatically switch to Class Compliant (CC) mode when connected to an iOS device, providing an effortlessly intuitive, ultra-portable production experience.
IXO series interfaces feature high-speed USB 2.0, which provides fast, reliable, and seamless connectivity to iOS devices, Mac and PC computers. Together with the latest USB-C connection standard, IXO interfaces allow easy and flexible connection for every setup, wherever you are recording. IXO series interfaces support the ASIO, Core Audio and WDM standards, offering a seamless recording and production experience with the widest range of audio software. The small size and the light weight of the IXO12 make it the perfect companion for mobile recording. Along with the high-quality components and the inputs, outputs and controls you need, it will easily fit in a backpack or laptop bag, so you always have it with you wherever and whenever you need it.
Whether you are a producer, journalist, composer or brand new to sound recording, IXO series interfaces makes high-quality mobile recording a breeze. Housed in a compact and lightweight housing, the 24-bit/192 kHz recording quality, great-sounding mic preamps and seamless, high-speed USB connection with iOS devices give you a superb, portable recording setup. The included Cubasis LE iOS app means you can start making professional recordings on an iPad straight away, while the included Cubase AI allows you to record to either Mac or PC, wherever you are.
Unleash your creativity! The IXO12 is a great choice for creating captivating audio to go with your visual content. Record voiceovers or discussions in pristine audio quality while recording video with your iOS device, add sound effects and atmospheres to draw your audience in to the visual world, increase the intensity of your production by recording soundtracks which play with your audience’s emotions. With the tools you need to add high-quality voices, music, location recordings and more, the IXO12 is the content creator’s best friend.
Share your thoughts, inspiration, ideas and news with the world by recording podcasts for broadcast on any online medium, or write them to audio files for distribution or download. The IXO12 delivers a versatile and highly portable production package, which means you can produce your podcast anywhere - at home, at work, on vacation, even in the middle of nowhere! With seamless PC/Mac computer and iOS compatibility, it has everything you need to become a true podcast pro.
Features
- Connection Type: USB Type-C
- Design: Desktop (1/3 19“, 1HU)
- Full-metal casing
- USB Type-C bus-powered, External USB 5 V AC adaptor (not included)
- AD/DA: 24 bit
- Maximum sample rate: 192 kHz
- Dynamic range input: 106 [dB]
- Hardware based zero latency monitoring (switchable)
- Dimensions (W x H x D): 158 mm x 47 mm x 102 mm
- Weight: 450 g
- Mac: macOS Sonoma, macOS Ventura, macOS Monterey, macOS Big Sur
- Windows: 64-bit Windows 11 Version 22H2 (or higher), 64-bit Windows 10 Version 22H2 (or higher)
- iOS: iPadOS 15, iPadOS 14, iPadOS 13, iOS 16, iOS 15, iOS 14
- Port: USB Type-C, USB 2.0, USB 3.0