Edirol by Roland UA-25EX

USB Audio Capture Recording Interface

Rugged, compact, and feature-filled, the UA-25EX USB Audio Capture is a portable powerhouse. Ideal for computer-based audio engineers who want mobility, this 24bit/96kHz USB interface is equipped with pro-grade microphone preamps, an analog compressor/limiter, and ground-lift functionality for studio and stage.

High-Resolution Performance
Don't let its compact size (or body) fool you — the UA-25EX is a full-featured, professional audio interface with extras you wouldn't expect from its size nor price range. It's capable of handling audio at 24bit/96kHz resolution, and boasts high-end mic preamps, plus pro quality balanced audio inputs and outputs, and an integrated low-noise, wide-range power supply.

Analog Compression & Limiting
The Edirol UA-25EX features an analog compressor with variable attack times and threshold control for smooth capture of vocals or dynamic instruments. The accompanying limiter prevents input clipping from occurring so you'll never lose those perfect takes.

Pro-Quality Shielding with Ground Lift
With its high-grade aluminum chassis, the UA-25EX can withstand hard impacts, and is shielded against high-frequency interference from other electrical components. Should a ground loop occur, the ground-lift function eliminates the noise by disconnecting the sleeve pin of the master output from the earth ground.

Bundled Software
Included with the Edirol UA-25EX is the Production Plus Pack from Cakewalk by Roland, a feature-rich recording software bundle consisting of SONAR LE, Project 5 LE, and Dimension LE for PC-based recording. The CD-ROM also includes the latest ASIO, WDM, and MME drivers for Windows XP and Vista (32-bit versions), plus CoreAudio drivers for Mac OSX.

Edirol UA-25EX USB Audio Capture Recording Interface Specifications:

• NUMBER OF AUDIO RECORD/PLAYBACK CHANNELS
• Record: 1 pair of stereo
• Payback:1 pair of stereo
• DIGITAL IN SWITCH = OFF: Full duplex (except for 96 kHz setting)
• DIGITAL IN SWITCH = ON: Recording only
  
  SIGNAL PROCESSING
• PC interface: 24 bits (ADVANCE SWITCH=OFF: 16 bits)
• AD/DA Conversion: 24 bits (linear)
  
  SAMPLING FREQUENCY:
• Digital output: 44.1/48/96 kHz
• Digital input: 44.1/48/96 kHz
• AD/DA Conversion: 44.1/48/96 kHz* ADVANCE SWITCH=OFF: 44.1 kHz only
  
  FREQUENCY RESPONSE:
• 96.0 kHz: 20 Hz to 40 kHz (+0 dB/-2 dB)
• 48.0 kHz: 20 Hz to 22 kHz (+0 dB/-1 dB)
• 44.1 kHz: 20 Hz to 20 kHz (+0 dB/-1 dB)
  
  NOMINAL INPUT LEVEL:
• Input Jack L, R (XLR type): -60 to -20 dBu
• Input Jack L, R (1/4 inch TRS phone type): -36 to +4 dBu
• * Maximum Input level: Nominal Input Level + 12 dB
  
  NOMINAL OUTPUT LEVEL:
• Output Jack L, R (1/4 inch TRS phone type)
• +4 dBu (balanced)
• Output Jack L, R (RCA phono type)
• -2 dBu
• * Maximum Output level: Nominal Output Level + 12 dB
  
  RESIDUAL NOISE LEVEL:
• Output Jack
• -96 dBu (S/N ratio: 105 dB) (input terminated with 1 k , OUTPUT VOLUME: max., INPUT MONITOR: min., IHF-A, typ.)
• Mic Preamp
• PHANTOM POWER 48 V, ANALOG LIMITER/COMPRESSOR
  
  CONNECTORS:
• Front Panel
• Input Jack L, R: XLR type (balanced, phantom power +48 V), 1/4 inch TRS phone type (balanced)
• Input Jack R: high impedance is supported
• Headphone Jack: Stereo 1/4 inch phone type
  
  Rear Panel
• Digital Input Connector: Optical type
• Digital Output Connector: Optical type
• Output Jack L, R: 1/4 inch TRS phone type (balanced), RCA phono type
• MIDI Connectors: IN/OUT
• USB Connector: B type
  
  OTHER:
• Power Supply: USB Bus Power
• Current Draw: 480 mA
• Accessories: Owner's Manual, USB cable, CD-ROM
• Width: 6-1/2 inches, (164 mm)
• Depth: 5-1/4 inches, (133 mm)
• Height: 2-9/16 inches, (64 mm)
• Weight: 1 lbs. 4 oz., 0.6 kg

Edirol UA-25EX USB Audio Capture Recording Interface Features:

• High-resolution 24bit/96kHz performance with pro-grade mic preamps
• Onboard analog compressor/limiter with variable attack times and threshold control
• USB bus powered, low-noise, wide-range power supply
• Two mic preamps and XLR/TRS combo jacks with 48V phantom power, Hi-Z port for guitar-direct connection, S/PDIF optical I/O, MIDI in/out
• Ground lift for studio and live stage use
• Bundled with Production Plus Pack from Cakewalk By Roland