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IK Multimedia AXE I/O ONE USB Guitar Audio Interface

1-in/3-out USB 2.0 Recording Interface with Variable Instrument Impedance, Active/Passive Pickup Switches, Mic Preamp, and Included Control Software
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1-in/3-out Guitar Interface — Complete with AmpliTube 5 SE

Each knob, feature, and component on the IK Multimedia AXE I/O ONE USB recording interface was carefully selected for the demanding guitar and bass player. A JFET input with continuously variable Z-Tone impedance, alongside switchable settings for active and passive pickups, provides the ideal front end for each of your instruments in the included TONEX SE and AmpliTube 5 SE. Transparent converters and a low-jitter clock deliver your performance in full 24-bit/192kHz hi-fi to your DAW of choice. And features such as a dedicated re-amp output make the AXE I/O ONE the only piece of gear you’ll need on your desk. Factor in 140 amp, cab, and stomp models, and with the IK Multimedia AXE I/O ONE from Sweetwater, you’ve got all you need to translate your riffs and ideas into polished, marketable productions. A professional-grade headphone amplifier completes the package.

A Powerful Guitar Front End

JFET mojo. PURE clarity.

Pedal builders and recording engineers have long known the punch and harmonic sweetness running a JFET preamp into an amp can impart. If you’re looking to add some analog mojo to your digital amps and stomps, the AXE I/O ONE’s JFET input stage can help. On the other hand, if you’re looking for maximum clarity and headroom, AXE I/O ONE’s switchable PURE circuitry nets you accuracy and clarity with a balanced frequency response of 5 Hz to 32kHz.

For active and passive pickups

Whether you play vintage singles or modern active humbuckers, the AXE I/O ONE yields the best results for every guitar in your collection.

Variable Z-Tone impedance

One of the AXE I/O ONE’s defining features is its Z-Tone variable impedance. This control allows you to shape the tone of your guitar to best suit every amp and stomp model in your virtual amp collection.

A Comprehensive Recording Solution

Class A mic preamps

A Class A mic preamp equips the AXE I/O ONE for full-fledged song production. Onboard +48-volt phantom power readies these preamps for today’s condenser mics.

Transparent digital conversion

The challenge in guitar modeling is accurately capturing the instrument’s nuance and dynamics on the way in. The AXE I/O ONE’s ultra-low conversion jitters are more than capable of translating the attack, definition, and frequency response of your guitar or bass into the digital environment.

High-current headphone amp

A reference-grade headphone output in the AXE I/O ONE is your ticket to mix translation and more enjoyable practice sessions.

Loaded with Extras

Dedicated re-amp output

Want to send your direct tone out to a real amp or stomps down the production line? Want to monitor yourself through a live amp as you track for accurate response and feedback? The AXE I/O ONE’s dedicated re-amp out makes it possible. No complex routing required.

Dedicated controller inputs

A pair of dedicated controller inputs allow you to connect up to two expression pedals or two single/double switches for controlling AmpliTube or other software in real time.

IK Multimedia AXE I/O ONE USB 2.0 Recording Interface Features:

  • A robust 192kHz sampling rate guitar recording interface — the ideal front end for your virtual amps
  • A comprehensive tracking solution — great for turning those riffs into songs
  • Includes TONEX SE and AmpliTube 5 SE software
  • JFET input stage adds analog mojo to your incoming guitar/bass signal
  • PURE input stage offers pure guitar headroom and clarity
  • Switch for passive and active pickups
  • Z-Tone variable impedance optimizes your instrument for AmpliTube’s virtual amps and stomps
  • Mic preamp with +48-volt phantom power make the AXE I/O ONE a full-fledged production tool
  • Accurate clocking; transparent conversion
  • Dedicated re-amp output lets you re-record or live monitor through a live amp
  • MIDI input compatibility

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Tech Specs

  • Computer Connectivity: USB 2.0
  • Form Factor: Desktop
  • Simultaneous I/O: 1 x 3
  • Number of Preamps: 1 x mic/instrument
  • Phantom Power: Yes
  • A/D Resolution: Up to 24-bit/192kHz
  • Analog Inputs: 1 x XLR-1/4" combo (mic/Hi-Z)
  • Analog Outputs: 2 x 1/4" TRS (monitor), 1 x 1/4" (amp/re-amp out)
  • Headphones: 1 x 1/4" TRS
  • MIDI I/O: In/Out
  • USB: 1 x USB-C
  • Other I/O: 2 x 1/4" (expression, single/double switches)
  • Features: Z-Tone Impedance Control, Active/Passive Pickup Selector
  • Software: AXE Control Panel, AmpliTube 5 SE, TONEX SE
  • OS Requirements - Mac: macOS 10.11 or later
  • OS Requirements - PC: Windows 7 SP1 or later
  • Bus Powered: Yes
  • Power Supply: USB bus powered
  • Height: 2.04"
  • Width: 5.71"
  • Depth: 5.12"
  • Weight: 0.8 lbs.
  • Manufacturer Part Number: IP-INT-AXEIOSONE-IN

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Rated 5/5

Excellent guitar-focused interface!

I use this as a solo guitarist to practice and record tracks. I have a simple setup (guitar straight to the interface and I run amp modeling software) that this works great for. I like the impedance control that allows you to further dial in your tone.
Rated 5/5

Great software and hardware is solid with cool features.

Using with Mac I'm currently not using my main studio due to Arizona heat so I'm inside using this with laptop. I think the sounds in tone x are amazing and worth the price I will be upgrading to the full software for sure. The one impedance knob is great for tonal flavors. The interface was plug and play with my Mac. No drivers needed and has no latency. The amp out I haven't tried but will to reamp once it cool down here. Overall this replace a pod studio ux2 and o couldn't be happier to rid my life of my thing line6.
Music background: Recording engineer/Musician
Rated 5/5

Great interface especially for the price.

Great price and great features, I couldn't ask for more. Used it to make TONEX Captures with my TONEX Software and it was flawless. Great job IK
Rated 2.5/5

Basic

it is small and compact, and therefore it should be compatible with Ipad, Iphone, and if possible, android as well. To use with Windows or Macbook I recommend looking for another option.
Music background: Jambi
Rated 1.5/5

Axe I/O One

Bought this to use with a laptop when I have my Larger interface (roland octacapture) set up for recording drums. Really wanted to like this little thing, but I have had a lot of problems with drivers and latency in reaper for windows. Even the amplitube 5 VSTs constantly crash my reaper sessions. It does sound good when I can get it working decently. The build quality of the unit itself is also fairly cheap and plasticky feeling, though it is an inexpensive unit. Perhaps with a Mac setup this thing works better, but I became frustrated with spending more time tinkering trying to get a low latency monitoring signal than actually playing and recording guitar, so I put it back in the box.
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