Audient launch the iD Mk3 line-up

Four next-generation interfaces announced

Following on from the release of their new flagship Thunderbolt interfaces, Audient have refreshed the design of their popular compact desktop models. The third-generation iD range includes four units: the iD1, iD2, iD2 and iD4 , all of which feature a front end derived from the company's ASP8024-HE console and boast onboard room correction.

One of the headline features of the new and improved range is the introduction of RoomTune, Audient's new proprietary room-correction software. Its included as standard with all iD Mk3 interfaces, and the calibrated profiles are stored on, and run from, the interface's DSP. Calibration requires an RM1 Reference Microphone, which is included with the iD2 and iD4 , and available as an optional extra for users of the iD1 and iD2. At launch, RoomTune is capable of correcting the main stereo monitor outputs - Audient say that multiple calibration profiles and headphone correction are both planned for future updates.

The new arrivals all share the same core design, and differ only in the amount of inputs and outputs on offer. Along with the design overhaul, Audient have changed the naming convention for the Mk3, so the names now reflect the number of mic pres present. Here's an overview of what each model has to offer:

iD1 (formerly the iD4): a 2-in / 2-out interface with one Audient Console Mic Preamp and a JFET Instrument Input that can be used simultaneously.

iD2 (formerly the iD14): a 10-in / 6-out interface with two Audient Console Mic Preamps, ADAT expansion for eight more inputs, and Pro Monitor Control with two speaker outputs.

iD2 (formerly the iD24): a 10-in / 14-out interface with two Audient Console Mic Preamps, two balanced hardware inserts on channels 1 and 2 and eight channels of ADAT in and out. RM1 Reference Microphone included.

iD4 (formerly the iD44): a 20-in / 24-out interface with four Audient Console Mic Preamps, two JFET Instrument Inputs, two balanced hardware inserts and 16 channels of ADAT in and out. Two independent headphone amplifiers with up to four cue mixes. RM1 Reference Microphone included.

Also new is the Analogue Tone Suite, a set of four built-in tools that provide users with a way to shape their signal before it reaches the DAW:

Orbit: a discrete analogue circuit with a variable impedance control that physically changes how microphones responds to the preamp.

HMX: a discrete analogue circuit that adds harmonic saturation using a custom MOSFET.

LIFT: Offers a high-frequency boost that works particularly well on vocals.

GLOW: Combines HMX and LIFT in a single move providing saturation for the low-mids and sheen' for the highs.

Key Features

Audient Console Mic Preamps: The same discrete Class-A preamp design found in the flagship ASP8024-HE console, with 75dB of clean gain.

Built-in RoomTune Monitor Correction: Free with every iD MK3 interface, Audients newly announced proprietary room correction software runs on the iD Mk3's onboard DSP.

The Analogue Tone Suite: Four tone-shaping tools that can be used before the signal reaches the DAW: Orbit, HMX, LIFT and GLOW

Hardware-Accelerated DSP Effects: EQ, compression and reverb with zero latency.

32-bit conversion with 128dB of dynamic range.

Full performance over USB-C bus power - no AC adapter required.

Digitally recallable analogue and Smartgain for recalling sessions and setting levels.

All four interfaces run on Mac and Windows systems, and support sample rates up to 192kHz

Pricing & Availability The new interfaces are available now, priced as follows:

iD1: $199£169 / 199

iD2: $299£229 / 249

iD2 : $499£329 / 379

iD4 : $699£499 / 549

RM1 Reference Microphone: $54.99£39.99 / 49.99

GBP prices include VAT.

audient.com/id-mk3

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