Tascam US-2x2HR USB2 Audio Interface

The compact US-2x2HR incorporates a wealth of features, including high audio resolution up to 24-bit/192 kHz, ultra-low latency with a Windows buffer size starting at four samples.

Ultra-HDDA mic preamplifiers with 48-volt phantom power for superior sound quality with ultra-low noise, a robust USB Type C connector, and a rich assortment of included software to start producing audio right away.

This interface can also be used for mobile production or live streaming using your iPhone or iPad* with the included Cubasis LE. Simply put, the US-2x2HR helps you create and distribute great-sounding audio wherever you go.

* An optional battery pack or AC adapter is required when used with an iPhone or iPad.

Product Features

• Two analogue mic/line XLR / TRS balanced combo inputs
• Switchable 48-Volt phantom power on XLR inputs
• Two audio outputs as well as MIDI interface to Windows, Mas or iOS
• Audio resolution up to 192 kHz / 24 bit
• USB Audio Compliance 2.0 for iOS connection
• USB bus-powered for mobile recording

Product Specifications 

Audio Resolution

• Sampling frequencies:  44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz, 176.4 kHz, 192 kHz
• Quantization bit depth:  24-bit

Analogue Inputs

• Mic inputs (balanced):  XLR-3-31 equivalent (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD)
  • Input impedance:  2.2 kΩ
  • Rated input level:  –7 dBu (0.346 Vrms)
  • Maximum input level:  +9 dBu (2.183 Vrms)
  • Gain range:  56 dB
• Instrument inputs (unbalanced, MIC/LINE INST switch set to INST):  6.3-mm standard TS stereo jacks (Tip: HOT, Sleeve: GND)
  • Input impedance:  ≥1 MΩ
  • Rated input level:  –6 dBV (0.501 Vrms)
• Maximum input level:  +10 dBV (3.162 Vrms)
  • Gain range:  56 dB
• Line inputs (balanced, MIC/LINE INST switch set to MIC/LINE):  6.3-mm standard TRS stereo jack (Tip: HOT, Ring: COLD, Sleeve: GND)
  • Input impedance:  10 kΩ
  • Rated input level:  +4 dBu (1.228 Vrms)
• Maximum input level:  +20 dBu (7.75 Vrms)
  • Gain range:  56 dB

Analogue Outputs

• Line outputs (balanced):  6.3-mm standard TRS stereo jacks (Tip: HOT, Ring: COLD, Sleeve: GND)
  • Output impedance:  210 Ω
  • Rated output level:  +4 dBu (1.228 Vrms)
  • Maximum output level:  +20 dBu (7.746 Vrms)
• Headphone output (PHONES):  6.3-mm standard stereo jack
  • Maximum output power:  18 mW + 18 mW or higher (THD+N 0.1% or less, into 32 Ω load)

Control Inputs/Outputs

• MIDI IN connector:  5-pin DIN
  • Format:  MIDI standard
• MIDI OUT connector:  5-pin DIN
  • Format:  MIDI standard
• USB:  4-pin USB, Type C
  • Transfer rate:  USB 2.0 High Speed (480 MBit/s)

Audio Performance

• Mic amp EIN (equivalent input noise) :   ≤−128 dBu (150 Ω termination, GAIN knob at maximum)
• Frequency response, MIC/LINE input
  • 44.1 kHz / 48 kHz:  20 Hz – 20 kHz, +0 dB/−0.4 dB (JEITA)
  • 88.2 kHz / 96 kHz:  20 Hz – 40 kHz, +0 dB/−0.4 dB (JEITA)
• Frequency response, LINE output
  • 44.1 kHz / 48 kHz:  20 Hz – 20 kHz, +0.2 dB/−0.1 dB (JEITA)
  • 88.2 kHz / 96 kHz:  20 Hz – 40 kHz, +0.2 dB/−0.4 dB (JEITA)
• S/N ratio:  
  • 110 dB (MIC input, GAIN knob at minimum, 20-kHz SPCL LPF, A-weighted)
  • 108 dB (LINE input, GAIN knob at minimum, 20-kHz SPCL LPF, A-weighted)
  • 110 dB (LINE output, LINE OUT knob at maximum, 20-kHz SPCL LPF, A-weighted)
• Distortion (THD+N):  
  • 0.0013 % (MIC IN, 1 kHz sine wave, −5 dBFS input, GAIN knob at minimum, 20 kHz SPCL LPF)
  • 0.0011 % (LINE IN, 1 kHz sine wave, −5 dBFS input, GAIN knob at minimum, 20 kHz SPCL LPF)
  • 0.0012 % (LINE OUT, 1 kHz sine wave, −4 dBFS input, LINE OUT knob at maximum, 20 kHz SPCL LPF)
• Crosstalk attenuation:  ≥95 dB (MIC/LINE input to LINE output, 1 kHz sine wave, GAIN knob at minimum)

Computer System Requirements

• Windows
  • Computer hardware requirements:  Windows computer with a USB 2.0 port
  • CPU/processor speed:  2 GHz or faster dual core processor (x86)
  • Memory:  2 GB or more
• Supported audio drivers:  ASIO2.0, WDM, MIDI

^{Important: Operation of this unit was confirmed using standard computers that meet the above requirements. This does not guarantee operation with all computers that meet the above requirements. Even computers that meet the same system requirements might have processing capabilities that differ according to their settings and other operating conditions.}

• macOS 
  • CPU/processor speed:  2 GHz or faster dual core processor
  • Memory:  2 GB or more
  • Supported audio drivers:  Core Audio, Core MIDI
• iOS
  • Supported audio drivers:  Core Audio

^{Important: To connect an iOS device that has a Lightning connector, a genuine Apple Lightning to USB Camera Adapter (sold separately) is necessary.}

Power Supply and Other Specifications

• Power supply
  • When used with a computer:  USB bus power or dedicated AC adapter below
  • When used with an iOS device:  Dedicated AC adapter (Tascam PS-P520E, DC 5 V)
• Power consumption:  1.75 W
• External dimensions (W × H × D, including protrusions):  186 mm × 65 mm × 160 mm
• Weight:  1.1 kg
• Operating temperature range:  5–35 °C

Manufacturer: Tascam