Resident Audio T2 Thunderbolt Interface

Features

• Near-zero latency for virtually instantaneous recording and playback
• Support for high resolution 24-bit/96kHz audio
• Two channels of I/O
• Two combo XLR / ¼" inputs with input gain controls and three-color wraparound LEDs
• Phantom power allows use of condenser microphones
• Two balanced TRS ¼" outputs
• Dedicated headphone output
• Input Mix control to blend live signal with computer playback
• Master "Big Knob" output control
• Smart Monitoring automatically switches headphones between stereo and mono
• High quality mic preamps and ADA converters
• Bus-powered (no need for AC or batteries)
• Compatible with Thunderbolt equipped Mac and Windows computers
• Downloadable Drivers
• Lightweight and portable
• Sturdy aluminum/acrylic chassis ensures roadworthiness
• 1/3 U rack-mountable (Mounting hardware not included)

Additional Overview

• The T2 is fully bus-powered-no AC connection or batteries required-so it can easily be integrated into any live rig, or portable/home studio. Dual combo XLR/TRS input connectors allow you to plug in microphones, line-level sources, and even instruments. The T2 can also serve as an ultra-stable MIDI interface, ensuring precise synchronization between your audio and MIDI tracks.
• Developed by Intel Labs in collaboration with Apple, Thunderbolt is the most advanced input/output (I/O) protocol available today. Twice as fast as USB 3.0, twenty times faster than USB 2.0 and twelve times faster than Firewire 800, it provides unparalleled audio performance with near-zero latency.
• The T2 provides two combo XLR/¼" inputs with switchable phantom power for the connection of microphones, instruments and line-level devices, as well as dual balanced TRS outputs and a dedicated headphone output.
• Tactile gain controls with three-color wraparound LEDs allow optimum levels to be set quickly and easily, even in low-light onstage environments. MIDI In and Out allow the T2 to be used as a MIDI interface with superb clocking accuracy.
• A Big Knob volume control sets the level of connected headphones as well as overall monitor level. The T2 also has a Smart Monitoring feature, which allows you to easily switch between stereo and mono monitoring.
• The T2 provides crisp, clear sound. It allows you to record and play back audio with full 24-bit resolution, at sampling rates up to 96 kHz. And because Thunderbolt technology allows increased power capacity, we're able to equip the T2 with high-end electronic components that would be unusable with USB.
• The software drivers for the T2 have been programmed by some of the best engineers in the industry. They've been specifically designed to ensure rock-solid performance and minimal CPU overhead, allowing your computer to focus on things like effects processing and monitoring. All T-Series interfaces support ASIO, CoreAudio, and Windows Audio Session API, allowing them to be used with most Macintosh and Windows computers* that provide a Thunderbolt port.
• If you're a performing artist using a laptop computer onstage, you won't find a more perfect interface than the lightweight, compact T2. It provides combo input connectors that can accept both XLR and ¼" jacks and is fully bus-powered-no AC cord or batteries required-allowing the T2 to easily be integrated into any live performance rig.
• What's more, it's housed in a sturdy aluminum/acrylic 1/3 U rack mountable chassis that can stand up to the wear and tear of an artist on the go. (Mounting hardware not included).
• The T2 offers dual combination XLR/¼" inputs, switchable between Mic, Line, or Instrument level. Each T2 input has its own dedicated trim control. In addition, a global Phantom Power switch allows you to use the T2 with condenser microphones.
• The T2 sports a dedicated stereo headphone output and two TRS balanced line-level outputs. When using the T2 in the studio, simply plug it directly into your monitors; onstage, connect it straight into the soundboard. In addition, MIDI In and Out connectors allow you to use your T2 as a MIDI interface with an ultra-stable clock that keeps all your sequencers and drum machines perfectly locked to audio playback.
• We've put a lot of thought into the ergonomic design of the T2. Its knobs not only glide smoothly, but also face slightly upwards, making them easy to access in low-light onstage environments. Three-color wraparound LED signal indicators allow you to easily adjust and set optimal input levels, and a dedicated INST/LINE switch allows you to instantly change between instrument-level or line-level input. (This versatile switch has another function, too: See "Smart Monitoring" below.)
• There's also an Input Mix control, with its own three-color wraparound LED, so that you can blend of live input signal with the playback coming from your computer. And a handy "can't-miss" Big Knob volume control allows you to quickly adjust the level of connected headphones along with the overall monitoring level.
• With the dual-function Instrument/Line control, the T2 can switch the headphone output from stereo to mono-a convenience that makes life a little easier. Monitoring in mono allows you to remove one set of cans and still be able to hear the%

Specifications

• CONNECTORS
• Inputs
• 2 x Combo XLR mic / balanced ¼" TRS, line / instrument level
• Outputs
• 2 x balanced ¼" TRS line-level
• 1 x stereo ¼" headphone output
• MIDI
• Input / Output
• Thunderbolt™ port
• 1 (bus-powered)
• CONTROLS
• Trim
• 2 (1 per channel) with 0 to 35 dBu mic gain range
• LED clip indicator
• 2 (1 per channel)
• Line / Instrument switch
• 1
• Phantom Power
• On/Off 48V (global for both channels)
• Input Mix
• Blends live input signal with computer output signal
• Big Knob (volume control)
• Controls headphone level and monitoring level
• HARDWARE
• Preamps
• 2 per channel, mic / instrument
• Chassis
• Aluminum/Acrylic 1/3 U rack-mountable (Mounting hardware not included)
• A/D/A converters
• More than 100dB dynamic range
• SMART MONITORING
• Stereo or Mono, selected by Line/Instrument switch
• AUDIO
• Bit resolution
• 24-bit
• Sampling rates
• 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96 kHz
• Mac®- and Windows®-compatibility
• Recommend Mac OS X 10.9 Mavericks or higher, or Windows 8 or higher
• Supports
• ASIO, Core Audio, Windows Audio Session API (Windows 8)
• Dimensions
• TBA
• Weight
• WHAT'S INCLUDED
• T2 Audio interface
• QuickStart guide