RODE Video Accessories | Microphones / Headphones / Speakers | AI-1 USB-C Audio Interface

• Musicians, Podcasters
• Bus Powered / Mac, Windows
• 1 Mic / Hi-Z Preamp
• 1 Headphone Out, 2 Line Out
• 24-Bit / 96 kHz AD/DA Conversion
• 48V, Zero-Latency Direct Monitoring
• Includes Ableton Live Lite

The Rode AI-1 is a studio-quality audio interface well suited for recording vocals, instruments, and voiceovers into your Mac or Windows computer. The interface features a single, combo XLR-1/4″ input with phantom power, two balanced 1/4″ monitor outputs, and a single, discrete, studio-quality headphone output and level control. The device can operate in zero-latency monitoring mode, which connects the preamp directly to the headphone output for delay-free performance while recording. With the headphone input engaged, the two monitor outputs are bypassed. To engage the monitor outputs, simply remove the headphone plug from the jack.

The rugged aluminum body is finished with a satin black finish and features large rubber feet, which prevents the desktop interface from sliding about when engaged. The class compliant AI-1 requires no drivers and features a USB-C connector, which not only connect to your computer, but also provides powers as well. The Rode AI-1 ships with a USB cable and a license for Ableton Live Lite.

• Desktop USB audio interface with low-noise Class-A discrete preamplifier
• Sampling rate of up to 96 kHz / 24-bit
• One combo XLR-1/4″ combo input
• Two balanced 1/4″ monitor outputs
• One discrete studio-quality headphone output
• Phantom power for condenser microphones
• Zero-latency monitor mode
• USB bus powered
• USB-C connector for future proof operation
• Rugged body with Satin Black finish
• Class compliant—no drivers required
• Includes Ableton Live Lite
• Includes USB cable

Channels of I/O  1 Input / 2 Output

Built-In DSP  No

Maximum Sampling Rate  96 kHz / 24-Bit

Number of Microphone Inputs  1

Built-In Microphone  No

Input Level Adjustment  2x Knob

Gain/Trim Range  Inputs:  0 to 45 dB

High-Pass Filter  No

Solo/Mute  No

Analog Audio I/O  1x Combo XLR-1/4″ TRS Mic/Line Input
 2x 1/4″ TRS Balanced Line Output
 1x 1/4″ TRS Headphone Output

Phantom Power  48 V

Digital Audio I/O  No

Host Connection  USB-C

Host Connection Protocol  Not Specified by Manufacturer

USB (Non-Host)  No

Sync I/O  No

Network I/O  No

MIDI I/O  No

Expansion Slots  No

Wireless  No

Frequency Response  20 Hz to 20 kHz ±1 dB

Maximum Output Level  Monitor Outputs:  -6 dBu

Headphone Output Power  24 mW into 32 Ohms
245 mW into 300 Ohms

Impedance  Mic Inputs:  1.3 Kilohms
Hi-Z Inputs:  0.9 Megohm

Dynamic Range  104 dBu

EIN  -128 dBA

Digital Audio  Sample Rates  44.1 / 48 / 88.2 / 96 kHz

Sample Rate Conversion  No

Bit Depths  24-Bit

Latency  Zero-Latency Direct Monitoring

Sync Sources  No

Clocking  Internal

Media/Memory Card Slot  No

OS Compatibility  macOS 10.11 or Later / Windows 7 or Later

Mobile App Compatible  No

Power Requirements  USB Bus Power

Dimensions  4.9 x 3.9 x 1.5″ / 124 x 100 x 38 mm

Weight  19.8 oz / 561.3 g

 

RODE AI-1 USB-C Audio Interface

• USB Cable
• Registration Card for Ableton Live Lite