Edirol UA 25EX from Edirol @ Inta Audio

Edirol UA 25EX

Mobile Connectivity with Pro-Studio Extras

Rugged, compact, and feature-filled, the new UA-25EX is a portable-interface powerhouse. Ideal for computer-based audio engineers who appreciate mobility, this 24bit/96kHz USB audio interface is equipped with pro-grade microphone preamps, a newly-developed 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 in its size and price class. It’s capable of handling audio at 24bit/96kHz resolution, and boasts newly-developed high-end mic preamps, plus proquality balanced audio inputs and outputs, and an integrated low-noise, wide-range power supply.

Analog Compression & Limiting

The UA-25EX features a newly-developed 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 new ground-lift function eliminates the noise by disconnecting the sleeve pin of the master output from the earth ground.

Bundled Software

Included with the 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.

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

Mobile Connectivity with Pro-Studio Extras

Specs

Number of Audio Record/Playback Channels
Record: 1 pair of stereo
Playback: 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 Ω, 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
Size and Weight ( Size and Weight )
Width: 164 mm; 6-1/2 inches
Depth: 133 mm; 5-1/4 inches
Height: 64 mm; 2-9/16 inches
Weight: 0.6 kg; 1 lbs. 4 oz.