US-2x2
USB Audio / MIDI Interface
TASCAM’s US-2x2 combines great audio quality and ergonomic design for a powerful 2-in/2-out USB 2 Audio interface.
Two of TASCAM’s Ultra-HDDA mic/line preamps provide up to 57dB of gain with nearly inaudible noise and distortion specs. The audio design features high-performance, musical components like NE5532 op amps for rich sound quality without coloring the source.
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Discontinued Date : 2020/11
This model has been discontinued in North, Central and South America. Please check the availability with your local distributors in other areas.
It has been replaced with the US-2x2HR .
Features at a Glance
Functions common to both the US-2x2 and US-4x4
- Ultra-HDDA (High Definition Discrete Architecture) mic preamps with −125dBu EIN
- NE5532 op-amps used at the audio input and output stages
- Up to 96kHz/24-bit recording
- Support for Windows and Mac OS X operating systems
- USB 2.0 computer connection
- Connect with iPads and other iOS devices
- +48V phantom power for all inputs
- Two switchable high-impedance inputs
- Microphone preamp gain range of 57 dB
- Direct monitoring function for zero-latency monitoring
- Tough all-metal casing for durability
- Angled design provides excellent usability on a desktop
- Balanced analog TRS output jacks suitable for connection to powered monitors
- Standard TRS headphones output jack
- Separate controls for line and headphones output volumes
- MIDI input and output
- Output sources can be selected in the setting panel
- Input sound monitoring can be set to stereo or mono
- Input muting function eliminates noise from unused inputs
- USB class compliant 2.0 support
- Confirmed operation with major DAW software (SONAR, ProTools, Cubase, Live, Studio One, Garage Band, Logic Pro）
Unique features for the US-2x2
- Two Ultra-HDDA mic preamplifiers
- Two XLR/TRS (MIC/LINE) inputs with full +48V phantom power
- Two TRS analog balanced outputs
- 18mW/ch headphone output
- USB bus-powered for mobile recording
- Optional AC adaptor available for use with iOS devices
Spec Description
| US-2x2 | US-4x4 | |
| Sampling frequency | 44.1k/48k/88.2k/96k Hz | |
| Quantization bit rate | 16/24-bit | |
| Analog audio inputs | ||
| MIC IN | IN 1-2 | IN 1-4 |
| Connector | XLR-3-31 (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD), BALANCED | |
| Input impedance | 2.2kΩ | |
| Nominal input level | ||
| GAIN: MAX | –65dBu (0.0004Vrms) | |
| GAIN: MIN | –8dBu (0.3090Vrms) | |
| Maximum input level (GAIN: MIN ) |
+8dBu (1.9467Vrms) | |
| Gain | 57dB | |
| INST IN | IN 1-2 | IN 1-2 |
| Connector | 1/4" (6.3mm) TS-jack (T: HOT, S: GND), UNBALANCED (when set to "INST" at MIC/LINE.INST switch) |
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| Input impedance | 1MΩ | |
| Nominal input level | ||
| GAIN: MAX | –63dBV (0.0007Vrms) | |
| GAIN: MIN | –6dBV (0.5015Vrms) | |
| Maximum input level (GAIN: MIN ) |
+10dBV (3.162Vrms) | |
| Gain | 57dB | |
| LINE IN | IN 1-2 | IN 1-4 |
| Connector | 1/4" (6.3mm) TRS-jack (T: HOT, R: COLD, S: GND), BALANCED (when set to "MIC/LINE" at MIC/LINE.INST switch) |
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| Input impedance | 10kΩ | |
| Nominal input level | ||
| GAIN: MAX | –53dBu (0.0017Vrms) | |
| GAIN: MIN | +4dBu (1.228Vrms) | |
| Maximum input level (GAIN: MIN ) |
+20dBu (7.75Vrms) | |
| Gain | 57dB | |
| Analog audio outputs | ||
| LINE OUT | ||
| Connector | 1/4" (6.3mm) TRS-jack (T: HOT, R: COLD, S: GND), BALANCED | |
| Output impedance | 110Ω | |
| Nominal output level | +4dBu (1.273Vrms) | |
| Maximum output level | +20dBu (7.75Vrms) | |
| PHONES | ||
| Connector | 1/4" (6.3mm) stereo phone jack | |
| Maximum output level | 18mW + 18mW or more (THD+N 0.1% or less, 32Ω loaded) |
45mW + 45mW or more (THD+N 0.1% or less, 32Ω loaded) |
| MIDI IN / OUT | ||
| Connector | DIN 5-pin | |
| Format | Standard MIDI format | |
| USB | ||
| Connector | USB B type 4-pin | |
| Format | USB2.0 HIGH SPEED | |
| Power | ||
| when connected PC | USB bus powered | Dedicated AC adapter (GPE248-120200-Z, included) |
| when connected iOS | AC Adapter (TASCAM PS-P520, sold separately) |
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| Power consumption | 2.5W | 5W |
| Dimensions (W×H×D) | 7.32" ×2.56" × 6.3" 186 × 65 × 160 mm |
11.62" × 2.56" × 6.3" 296 × 65 × 160 mm |
| Weight | 2.43 lbs. / 1.1 kg | 3.53lbs. / 1.6kg |
| Operating temperature | 41˚F to 95˚F / 5˚C to 35˚C | |
Bundled software |
Cubase LE | |
| Accessories | USB cable, User's manual, warranty card | AC adapter(GPE248-120200-Z), USB cable, User's manual, warranty card |
Audio performance
| Frequency response | |
| LINE OUT(BALANCED) | |
| 44.1k/48k Hz | 20Hz to 20kHz, +0dB/–0.1dB |
| 88.2k/96k Hz | 20Hz to 40kHz, +0dB/–0.2dB |
| PHONES | |
| 44.1k/48k Hz | 20Hz to 20kHz, +0dB/–0.5dB |
| 88.2k/96k Hz | 20Hz to 40kHz, +0dB/–2dB |
| THD | 0.003% or less |
| S/N ratio | 101dB or more |
| Crosstalk | 95dB or more |
| EIN | –127dBu or less |
Computer system requirements
| Windows | |
| Compatible computers | Windows-compatible computer with a USB 2.0 port |
| CPU type/speed | Dual core / 2GHz or faster (x86) |
| Memory | 2GB or more |
| DRIVER | ASIO2.0 , WDM(MME) |
| Macintosh | |
| Compatible computers | Apple Macintosh computer with a USB 2.0 port |
| CPU type/speed | Dual core / 2GHz or faster |
| Memory | 2GB or more |
| DRIVER | Core Audio, Core MIDI |
Information
| Latest version info | |
| Settings Panel for Windows | V4.00 |
| Settings Panel for Mac | V2.00 |
| Firmware | V1.01 |
- Buffer Size can now be set from 4 samples.
- When connected by USB, a menu item has been added in the sound settings to turn this unit off as the ‘default device’.
- Scaling to a suitable size now occurs with 4K and other high resolution displays.
- Operation stability has been improved.
Documents
Firmware / Software
Compatibility
Compatible OS
First, make sure that your audio interface is set to ASIO mode:
- Press P to open the Preferences window
- Select “Devices” from the left column (under Audio in the left column)
- Uncheck anything in the Input Drivers and Output Drivers lists
- Click “Playback and Recording” from the left column
- Set the Driver Mode to ASIO
- Select “Devices” from the left column again
- Check all of the US-16x08 inputs and outputs that you want to use
If you still have problems, change the Buffer Size in the US-16x08 control panel:
- Open the US-16x08 control panel
- Click the Interface tab
- Change the Buffer Size to a higher setting
According to Apple, OS X 10.9.5 includes heightened security measures that will also be part of OS X 10.10. These security measures will affect some TASCAM audio interfaces, so users are advised to be aware, and hold off on updating until further information is available
These products use Apple's built in CoreAudio driver. The Settings Panel installer is fully compliant with Apple's latest security measures.
- US-2x2
- US-4x4
The latest drivers are compliant, but testing is ongoing for these products:
- US-322
- US-366
- US-1200
- UH-7000
The OS X 10.9 public beta drivers can continue to be used for these interfaces:
- US-122mkII
- US-144mkII
- US-200
- US-600
- US-1641
- US-1800
- US-2000
Cannot be used with the current driver (public or beta):
- IF-FW/DMmkII: Development is on-going and a version that is compliant with the new security measures will be made available as soon as possible. Please keep your system at 10.9.4 or earlier if you wish to continue to use the IF-FW/DMmkII.
- TASCAM Mixer Companion: Gatekeeper Security must be set to "allow all" for TMCompanion to be installed. It can be reverted to higher security settings after installation.
- Other audio interface products not mentioned are no longer supported.
Windows allows the processor to throttle to half speed when the computer is idle. However, this can affect the performance of DAW recording software. TASCAM recommends that this function be disabled, especially when using a multi-channel interface such as the US-16x08.
To Change the Power Management settings in Windows:
- Open the Control Panel.
- In Windows 8 this is under “Settings” in the right pane of the desktop
- In Windows 7 and earlier this is in your Start menu
- Open the Power Options control panel by double-clicking it
- Click “Show Additional Plans”
- Click on “High Performance” in the Power Options
Open the US-2x2 / US-4x4 Settings Panel and switch "Line Outputs 1-2" to Monitor. If this is set to "Computer 1-2," the Monitor Balance knob won't do anything.
Depending on the usage environment, reboot the interface by turning the power off/on again, or disconnect and reconnect the USB cable.