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Akai Professional EIE Pro

Item ID: EIEPro

24-bit/96kHz, 4-in/4-out USB 2.0 Audio Interface with VU Meters and Zero-latency Input Monitoring

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Your On-the-go Pro Audio Interface

Recording on the go? The Akai EIE Pro USB audio interface is built for life on the road. Supporting up to professional-grade 24-bit/96kHz format, this rugged 4-in/4-out tabletop USB audio interface adds quality audio I/O to your favorite Mac or PC DAW. Four front-mounted XLR/TRS combo jacks provide easy access for your microphone-level, line-level, or instrument-level sources, and VU meters let keep a close eye on your levels. And in addition to its main USB 2.0 port, three additional USB ports let you hook up the rest of your gear, making the Akai Professional EIE Pro the perfect interface for your laptop studio.

Akai EIE Pro USB Audio Interface at a Glance:
  • Record professional-quality audio
  • Built to handle life on the go
  • The perfect interface for your portable studio

Record professional-quality audio
Just because you're looking for a good deal on an audio interface shouldn't mean you have to limit your recording quality. That's why Akai gave the EIE Pro professional-grade digital converters. The EIE Pro lets you record 24-bit audio at 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, or 96kHz resolution. Are you ready for professional studio work? The EIE Pro is!

Built to handle life on the go
When Akai designed the EIE Pro for life on the road, they weren't fooling around. This rugged audio interface features an ultra-durable cast-aluminum chassis. So no matter where your music takes you, your EIE Pro will be ready to record when you get there.

The perfect interface for your portable studio
But a tank-like exterior isn't the only thing that makes the EIE Pro an ideal audio interface for laptop-based recording. Because many of the best recording laptops feature a limited number of USB ports, Akai decided to give the EIE Pro a trio of extra USB inputs. That means you can take your controller keyboard, pad controller, and external hard drive, with you, and still have USB ports left over for your iLok or other peripherals. Plus, onboard MIDI I/O lets you hook up any MIDI based gear as well.

Akai EIE Pro USB Audio Interface Features:
  • Ultra-portable USB audio interface that's perfect for on-the-go recording
  • Rock-solid cast-aluminum construction
  • Record 24-bit audio at 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, or 96kHz resolution
  • 4 nickel-plated, front-mounted XLR/TRS combo jacks with phantom power provide convenient access for your mic, line, and instrument sources
  • 2 classic, high-quality VU meters let you keep an eye on your levels
  • Red peak LEDs indicate clipping
  • Built-in 3-port USB hub and MIDI I/O let you hook up additional gear
  • Headphone output with switchable source
  • Direct monitoring dial for zero-latency monitoring
  • Includes power adapter, USB cable, and quick start guide

Built for professional-quality recording, the Akai EIE Pro USB audio interface is perfect for your mobile studio!

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Specification Detail
Computer Connection Type USB
Form Factor Desktop
Simultaneous I/O 4
A/D Resolution 24-bit/96kHz (44.1kHz/48kHz/88.2kHz/96kHz)
Built In DSP/FX No
Number of Audio Inputs 4
Audio Inputs Types 4 x XLR/TRS Combo
Number of Audio Outputs 4
Audio Output Types 4 x 1/4"
Number of Digital Inputs No Digital I/O
Digital Input Types No Digital I/O
Number of Digital Outputs No Digital I/O
Digital Output Types No Digital I/O
Number of Preamps 4
Phantom Power Yes
MIDI I/O In and Out
Clock I/O No Word Clock
Bus Powered No
Rack Units Not Rackmountable
Manufacturer Part Number EIE Pro

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based on 10 reviews

Nice..

by from OH, USA
March 21, 2012
Music Background: Hobbyist
Does eferything I need it to do as far as recording. have had no Latency problems of any sort. I definetly like the fact that I can control the input and output levels at the touch of a finger to c... read more [+]ontrol any clipping. Works great with IK Multimedia software, Sony Sound Forge 10 Pro, Nuendo, and Adobe Audition 1.5. close [-]

too cool for school

by Jason Haury from San Marcos, CA, USA
March 5, 2012
Music Background: live musician, amateur recording/engineering.
great sound, no hiss, no hum, hub feature is very convenient, inputs are very clean. it's a bit bigger than i imagined (~ 6"x3"x4") and pretty heavy (all metal) - so it's not quite laptop bag compati... read more [+]ble, but it's still portable. close [-]

so far so good

by ramsey from royal oak, mi
March 24, 2012
Music Background: musician, producer
i give it 4.5 because i like the features and what its offering, i haven't used the interface to its full capacity so i cannot exactly say its a 5
but i use Akai pro products, mph 25, and 49 mo... read more [+]nitors rpm3 and i like them and they have great quality and features so i would assume that this will live up to the name

i used this interface with mic, monitor speakers, monitor headphones, audio 1,2 ins... didn't use a guitar... recording vocals is good.... i am using it to record demos, and what work i need done at home studio....
the price was great and the extra usb hub in the back is a great idea since i use lots of midi controllers
i do recommend it... get this 24 bit vs the 16bit close [-]

Awesome.

by Curtis from Chicago IL
March 21, 2012
Music Background: Rock
A Pro Audio Interface for a great price.

AKAI EIE - Backporch Paradox Demo

by Jason from SD
February 12, 2012
Music Background: Pro Musician
What a great product at a reasonable price...thanks Sweetwater!! We received it just a few weeks ago and already the band has a four song EP ready for the merch table. Easy to use and a heavy duty pie... read more [+]ce of gear. Kudos. close [-]
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