The U-44 is a compact, 4-in/4-out audio interface that enables you to record and perform wherever you are. Small enough to fit in the palm of your hand, the U-44 comes equipped with the features you need to record 24-bit/96 kHz audio anywhere. The U-44 offers the same high-quality, low-noise mic preamps as Zooms acclaimed H5 and H6 Handy Recorders, plus compatibility with Zoom’s Interchangeable Input Capsules for incredible possibilities. Use the U-44 with your PC, Mac, or iPad via USB—or as a standalone AD/DA converter and mic preamp. No other audio interface provides this much versatility, value, and performance.
Control Your Mix
With advanced monitoring options, the U-44 lets you dial in your ideal mix. Create a balanced headphone mix between your click track and main out signals during live performances. Or balance the cue and main out signals when you’re DJ’ing. The outputs of channels A and B can be muted, providing even more control. Plus, direct monitoring enables you to hear the live signal you’re recording without latency—simply adjust between the input and computer playback signals to create the perfect mix.
Features At A Glance
Multi-channel and stereo USB audio interface for PC/Mac
Connect to iPad with Apple iPad Camera Connection Kit or Lightning-to-USB Camera Adapter (sold separately), plus 2 AA batteries or optional AC adapter for power
Two mic/line inputs with high-performance mic preamps
High-quality recording and playback at resolutions up to 24-bit/96 kHz
Compatible with Zoom interchangeable input capsules via 10-pin connector
Standalone AD/DA conversion
Functions as a two-channel mic preamp with analog and digital outputs
Approximately 4 hours of operation with 2 AA alkaline batteries
Includes download code for Ableton Live 9 Lite
Four-channel simultaneous inputs
Hi-Z support (input 1)
Zero-latency direct monitoring
Three TRS phone jack outputs
Dedicated RCA L/R and headphone outputs
MIDI I/O
S/PDIF optical/coaxial input and output
Gain control knobs for each input
+48V phantom power for inputs 1 and 2
Accepts standard AA alkaline or NiMH rechargeable batteries
The World is Your Studio
Wherever you want to record, the bus-powered U-44 forms the perfect centerpiece of your mobile studio. Connect instruments, monitors, and other devices when you’re recording at home—or hook it up to your iPad* to make music on the go. If bus power isn’t available, the U-44 can run on just two AA batteries, allowing you to record anywhere.
* Requires 2 AA batteries or optional AC adapter for power, plus an Apple iPad Camera Connection Kit or Lightning-to-USB Camera Adapter for connection to iPad.
Includes Albeton Live 9 Lite
With the U44 and Ableton Live 9 Lite, you have everything the modern music creator needs. Record your tracks quickly and intuitively, enhancing them with studio quality effects like EQ, compression, reverb, delay, chorus, filter, and more.