Audient iD14 MkII
Overview
The Audient iD14 MkII is a compact desktop USB-C audio interface that delivers console-grade preamp quality in a format sized for home and project studios, designed for musicians and producers who refuse to compromise on audio fidelity. It features two Class A Audient console microphone preamps derived from the company's ASP8024 Heritage Edition large-format mixing console, providing a rich, open, and transparent sound with 63 dB of gain that comfortably handles both condenser and dynamic microphones. A discrete JFET instrument input on the front panel captures guitars and basses with a warm, amp-like character. The converters employ AKM technology to deliver a dynamic range exceeding 120 dB on the monitor outputs, producing a listening experience that is clean, detailed, and revealing. The ADAT optical input expands the interface to ten inputs when paired with an external preamp, providing meaningful scalability for growing studios. The Audient iD Mixer software offers flexible monitor mixing, loopback for streaming, and low-latency direct monitoring. The brushed aluminum scroll wheel for monitor volume feels premium and provides precise control, and the overall build quality is distinctly a step above most compact interfaces. This interface is ideal for discerning home studio producers and singer-songwriters who want professional preamp quality at an accessible price. The two-preamp configuration may feel limiting for users who need to record drums or multiple performers simultaneously.
Audio Interfaces
The Audient iD14 MkII delivers console-grade Class A preamps derived from the ASP8024 Heritage Edition in a compact desktop format, with ADAT expansion to ten inputs and over 120 dB dynamic range for discerning home studio producers.
Instrument Details
$299
Intermediate
Brand
Audient
Type
USB Audio Interface
Made In
China
Year
2020
